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June 2025
Father’s Day
We will recognize and honor fathers along with those who provide spiritual parenting as part of our worship service on June 15th, Fathers Day. Please join us in worship!
Find out more »Children’s Day and Church Picnic
On June 22nd we will observe Children’s Sunday and recognize various mile markers in the lives of our young people during worship. This marks the end of the church school year before we take a break for the summer. Following worship on that Sunday we will hold our annual church picnic. We will gather in the south parking lot for food, fellowship and music. Burgers, hot dogs and drinks will be provided. Please bring your favorite side dish or dessert…
Find out more »Clean Up Day
Clean-Up Day - We are planning a volunteer Clean-Up day on Saturday, June 28th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Anyone who can help with yard work (mowing, trimming, pulling weeds, raking) or indoor cleaning please sign up on the volunteer list in the church sanctuary - or just show up on that Saturday. Many hands make for light work!
Find out more »July 2025
Presbyterian Youth Triennium
The next Presbyterian Youth Triennium (PYT) will be held July 28-31, 2025 in Louisville, KY! Sign up for this gathering of high-school aged youth, youth leaders, and young adults of the PCUSA. Encourage the youth in your congregation to attend this life-transforming event! The cost for registration, which includes lodging and meals is $500. Bus transportation to and from Louisville will be provided by the Presbytery. The official registration will begin early 2025. In the meantime, please express your interest…
Find out more »September 2025
Jersey City Together Workshops
There will be two workshops and listening sessions sponsored by Jersey City Together held at Old Bergen this next month. On September 6th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM the Housing Team will host “Know Your Rights” - an informative workshop on tenant rights led by Rutgers University Law Faculty and the Waterfront Project. On September 20th from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, the Education Team will hold a workshop on public education in Jersey City. They will listen to…
Find out more »Bergen Square Day
Don’t miss this year’s Bergen Square Day festival on Saturday, September 13th, from 12:00 - 6:00 PM. There will be food, venders, exhibits and special performances. The event takes place on Bergen Avenue between Vroom Street and Newark. Old Bergen Church will participate by opening our historic cemetery for walking tours that begin each hour at the Apple Tree House, which is now the Museum of Jersey City History. www.bergensquareday.org
Find out more »Rally Day & Blessing of the Backpacks
We will celebrate the start of the school year on Sunday, September 14th with Rally Day and “Blessing of the Backpacks”. We will hold a Rally Day gathering in Brett Hall at 9:45 to kick off the Sunday school year with games , stories, music and refreshments. We invite all students (and teachers) to bring their backpacks to church for a blessing of the backpacks as they begin a new school year.
Find out more »Bible Study
Our Wednesday evening Bible Study classes will resume on September 17th. We meet from 7:00 - 8:00 PM in the church parlor. This fall we will explore “An Odd Couple, Jonah and Ruth; Lessons for our Fractured World.” All are welcome.
Find out more »October 2025
Autumn Fest – October 12th
We invite everyone to join us for the Deacons' Autumn Fest on Sunday, October 12th. Following worship we will gather in Brett Fellowship Hall for a luncheon hosted by the Deacons. There are no tickets or price set for the lunch, but donations will be accepted. There will also be balloon creations, a jump castle for the children, a bake sale, cotton candy, popcorn, fall flowers to purchase, and a mini-flea market. Come join us for the fellowship and fun!
Find out more »Lifeline Health Screenings
Lifeline Health Services will host low cost health screenings at Old Bergen Church on Friday, October 17th from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call to schedule an appointment at 800-324-9458 and use code HABC001 for discounted rates.
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