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August 2022
Flea Market – September 10th
We will be holding a Fall Flea Market at the church on Saturday, September 10th, from 11 AM to 4 PM. All proceeds will go to support the ministries of Old Bergen Church. We are looking for donations such as: Household Items (silverware, glassware, knick-knacks), New or Gently Used Clothing, Books (good condition), Jewelry, Small appliances and furniture. We will be accepting donations daily from August 2nd until September 6th between 9am and 3pm. You may also drop off items…
Find out more »Church World Service and Refugee Relief
Church World Service of Jersey City has welcomed over 300 refugees this year from Ukraine, Afghanistan, Haiti, and Central America. Old Bergen Church has responded to their call for help. In August we provided ten boxes of clothing, household goods and other items urgently needed. We also delivered a number of items from our Fall Flea Market. Stay tuned for ongoing opportunities to welcome and provide support for these our newest neighbors.
Find out more »September 2022
Bible Study on the Psalms
Did you know that the book of Psalms is the most quoted book of the Hebrew Scriptures found in the New Testament? Did you know that there are over one hundred hymns in our hymnal that are based on the psalms? Come learn more about the rich spiritual heritage in this collection of one hundred fifty songs, poems and prayers in our weekly Bible Study this fall. We meet from 7:00 to 8:00 pm each Wednesday evening in the Chapel…
Find out more »October 2022
World Communion Sunday – October 2
The first Sunday in October is designated as World Communion Sunday, which celebrates our oneness in Christ with all our brothers and sisters around the world. Paul tells us that we are to “discern the body” when we partake of Holy Communion, mindful that we note our relationship to all our brothers and sisters in Christ in the celebration. Celebration of World Wide Communion Sunday was adopted as a denominational practice in the Presbyterian Church (US) in 1936. Churches in other…
Find out more »November 2022
All Saints Day Observed – November 6th
We will acknowledge the “communion of the saints” as we observe All Saints Day in worship on November 6th. We will name those who have passed from this life into God’s eternal care – especially those who have died this past year but including others whom you would like to be remembered. Those who are present in worship will also be invited to light a candle in memory of loved ones.
Find out more »Claremont-Lafayette Presbyterian Church Installation and Celebration
You are invited to participate in the Installation Service of the Rev. Kevin Williams at Claremont-Lafayette United Presbyterian Church on Saturday, November 12th at 11:00 AM. While Rev. Williams has been serving as the designated pastor for some time now, the limitations due to the pandemic had prevented a public celebration until now. Our own pastor will take part in leading the worship. The service will also be a celebration of fifty years since the merger of the Claremont and…
Find out more »Deacons Food Drive
A number of schools in Jersey City are holding food drives during the month of November. Some of them are donating the food they collect to our own Food Pantry at Old Bergen Church. In grateful response, we invite members of Old Bergen to contribute non-perishable food and canned goods this month to the community food pantry held at PS 20 (Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School). You can bring your food donations to the church on Sundays or drop them…
Find out more »Community Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
Old Bergen Church will host a community interfaith Thanksgiving Service on Tuesday, November 22nd, at 7:00 PM. Our neighbors from various faith traditions will join us in this inspiring service of unity and thanks. There will be a community choir and other special music. The service will be held here at Old Bergen Church.
Find out more »December 2022
Advent and Christmas at Old Bergen Church
Here are the Advent and Christmas happenings this year at Old Bergen Church. We hope that you will find meaningful and exciting opportunities to celebrate the season with us - either in person or online. December 4th - Second Sunday of Advent: We will continue to light the Advent wreath as more and more light fills the darkness of this season. On this Sunday we will observe the “Hanging of the Greens” as well as the sacrament of Communion. For…
Find out more »Pastor on Vacation – December 26 to January 1
The pastor will be on vacation the last week of December, including Sunday, January 1st. We will welcome the Rev. Eileen Lindner as guest preacher that Sunday. Please call the church office with any pastoral emergencies.
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