2020 “Virtual” Pumpkin Patch Fights Hunger in NJ Church invites community to “empty the patch and help fill plates” For 13 years, each October The Presbyterian Church of Chatham Township (PCCT) has filled its lawn on Southern Boulevard with colorful pumpkins and gourds that it sold to the public. Through this all-volunteer effort, the church…
As the State of New Jersey begins to lessen restrictions and allow for larger gatherings of people of up to 25% of capacity, with social distancing and masks, many at PCCT may be wondering about the reopening of the church building. The Session at its June 8th meeting formed a Reentry Task Force with congregation members…
Protests over the past two weeks in response to the killing of George Floyd have opened a national conversation around issues of prejudice, injustice and systemic racism. Events in and around Chatham have made this a local issue as well. As your pastors, we believe The Presbyterian Church of Chatham Township should be part of…
During the week of May 10-16, a collection box will be available in front of the main doors to the PCCT sanctuary. This special collection for the Interfaith Food Pantry (IFP) is being coordinated by two Chatham Girl Scouts (one being PCCT youth, Katie Markley) as part of their Silver Award project. Please leave your…
Our congregation has developed lasting partnerships with a number of local agencies helping to feed people who are hungry, house people experiencing homelessness, and provide assistance in times of crisis. Read about how each of these agencies continues to fulfill its mission during this unprecedented time and what we can do to help. Click HERE…
Marla Drury Memorial Scholarship: Deadline May 31 In fond memory of long-time PCCT member Marla Drury, Women’s Ministries created the Marla Drury Memorial Scholarship (MDMS), a $1,000 scholarship awarded to any current HS senior or college student, male or female, who is an active PCCT member and exemplifies the same generous, giving spirit as Marla…
The season of Lent is filled with a number of distinctive worship services to reflect on and prepare for one of the most meaningful times of the year, Holy Week and Easter. There is something for everyone, and all are welcome to attend these events. Sunday, April 5, Palm Sunday, Worship at 10:00 am Thursday, …
Watch the video slideshow (with sound) shared at the Annual Meeting.
To kick of the new program year, the community was invited to celebrate PCCT’s 60 years of faith, fellowship and service. A special worship featuring all musical groups started the festivities. A picnic followed on the front lawn, and ended with a short program to commemorate six decades of connections we have with the church,…
THE 2019 PUMPKIN PATCH This October PCCT will hold its 13th annual Pumpkin Patch Fundraiser to help address hunger in our area. Pumpkins of all sizes and a variety of colorful gourds will be on sale. PCCT buys them from the Navajo Indians in New Mexico, and the net proceeds from the sale are divided…