October 2018
Fall Fest and Flea Market
The First Annual Fall Fest Flea Market will be held on Saturday October 20th from 9 am to 4pm. We are Looking For Donations •Household Items (silverware, glassware, knick-knacks) •New or Gently Used Clothing •Books (good condition) •Jewelry •Small appliances and Furniture • Flea Market DonationsFall Fest 2018 We will be accepting donations daily from October 14th until October 19th. We ask that you bring CLEAN sell-able items. We will not accept ripped or stained furniture. All appliances must be clean and…
Find out more »REFORMATION SUNDAY 2018
October 28th is Reformation Sunday. On that day we bring out the beautiful banners that tell the story of our shared faith tradition of the Reformed and Presbyterian churches. It is our communion with those who have paved the way for us to experience and embrace God’s presence through the church.
Find out more »November 2018
Soldier Care Packages
During the month of November, in recognition of Veterans Day, the Deacons will be working with Soldiers’ Angels (https://soldiersangels.org/) and collecting items to send care packages to those in service as well as veterans. The list of needed items is as follows: Any assortment of nutritional bars such as KIND bars, protein bars, etc. Individual packets of nuts and dried fruit- raisins, prunes, etc. Dried snack items such as beef jerky, cookies, etc. Halloween candy/holiday candy is welcomed! Travel size…
Find out more »All Saints Day
We will observe All Saints Day on November 4th. During worship we will include prayers for those who have passed from this life into God’s eternal care. We encourage you to attend as we find comfort in the “Communion of the Saints”. We will also celebrate the sacrament of Holy Communion on that day.
Find out more »Thanksgiving Turkey Distribution
Old Bergen Church will be the site for this year’s Thanksgiving Turkey Distribution by the Hudson County Food Bank. Over sixteen agencies will receive turkeys to share with needy families for the holiday. Mayor Fulop will be present for the event. We welcome any volunteers who wish to assist in the effort, Monday, November 12 from 9:00 to 11:00 AM, in the church parking lot.
Find out more »Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
The Journal Square/McGinley Square community will hold an Interfaith Thanksgiving service on Sunday afternoon, November 18th at Saint Aloyisius Catholic Church, 691 West Side Avenue. Parking will be available on Belmont Avenue that afternoon. Rabbi Leana Moritt, the new rabbi at Temple Beth El, will give the sermon. Please support our community and give thanks!
Find out more »Happy Thanksgiving!
Old Bergen Church wishes you and yours a heartfelt and blessed Thanksgiving holiday. May it truly be a time to reflect upon the gifts of life and love that surround our lives. May it be a time to recommit our faith to being part of God's work in the world. May it be a time of inspiration and encouragement for us all. On November 18th we set a challenge for everyone to submit images and photos that represent God's blessings…
Find out more »Food Drive for Old Bergen Food Pantry
The Student Council of PS #16, Cornelia Bradford Elementary, sponsored a Food Drive to benefit the Old Bergen Church Food Pantry. We will hold our next Food Pantry Distribution on Saturday, December 22nd, from 9:00 AM until 12:00 noon. Thank you, students! Way to go!
Find out more »Thanksgiving Video
This Thanksgiving, the members of Old Bergen submitted photos and images that depict God's blessings and work in the world. Check out the video compilation of those submissions here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxfBDssDGqs
Find out more »December 2018
Jersey City Together – December Action
Jersey City Together will hold a special action on the last night of Hannukah, December 9th, at 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church. (Plan to arrive by 3:30 for seating and special music.) In this season of hope and light we will shine a light on the ways that we are working to improve safety, housing and education in Jersey City. Mark your calendars and plan to attend!
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