center since its foundation is
based on the principles found
in the book of Nehemiah
where the walls of Jerusalem
are rebuild that are consistent
with the will of God . . . at
MBS the family structure
which has been demolished is
being rebuilt, it is a place for
spiritual growth, community
love and preparation for the
future.
Specifically, MBS’ mission is:
“To raise the quality of life
for all. In our busy society
it is hard for families to
spend time together let alone
exercise. MBS strives to meet
those needs in its safe, family
friendly facility where there
are a host of recreational,
educational, and health/
wellness programs tochoose
from. MBS programs benefit
all ages. With limited indoor
facilities in the South Jersey
area, MBS is committed to
serving the communities
by way of summer camps,
after school programs,
teen counseling, computer
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literary, senior activities,
performing arts and a myriad
of sports programs including
basketball, volleyball, soccer,
outdoor track, strength and
conditioning training.” It is
obvious, MBS is the place
to be and it provides a safehaven, a place of refuge not
only for the youth, but for the
entire family.
Additionally, MBS has
provided scholarship
opportunities for people
to attend school, provided
many culturally diverse
opportunities, college bound
tours, brought in famous
musical artists such as Tye
Tribbett and partnered with
Praise 103.9 for Unity in the
Community Gospel Concert
in SicklervilleN.J.
Jones also had the
opportunity to play in the
Eastern Basketball Association
(EBA) for the Hudson Valley
Kings in Middletown NY.
He was then drafted into
the United States Basketball