Worship 

Worship is the heart of our common life, joining us together in praise of God and in support of one another. Wherever you may be on your journey of faith, you are welcome here.

Plan your visit

We worship each Sunday at 10 am and invite you to come as you are.  Ushers are available to help answer questions and provide direction as needed.

Entrance & Parking

There is ample parking behind the building with a brick-lined walkway leading to the main entrance in back.

Accessibility

The building is equipped with an elevator through the back glass doors. Accessible parking spaces are clearly marked.

Hearing Assistance

The sanctuary is equipped with technology to aid those who are hearing impaired.

Summer Worship

From the first Sunday in July through Labor Day, we worship in Halldorson Hall and Chapel. 

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IN-PERSON WORSHIP

Worship begins at 10:00am. We invite you to come as you are.  Ushers are available to assist for any need required.

Our typical worship includes:

  • Meaningful and inspiring services that provide strength and nourishment
  • Vibrant music featuring musicians from multiple generations
  • Thought-provoking and timely sermons that bring scripture to life in our modern context
  • A congregation that prays for one another
  • The sacraments of baptism and communion that connect us with the wider church

Communion

This sacrament is celebrated the first Sunday of every month. All who put their trust in Jesus Christ are welcome at the table.

Fellowship Hour

Join us following worship for a cup of coffee, tea or lemonade. Most Sundays you can also enjoy one of our Faith Forward offerings as well.

LIVESTREAMED WORSHIP

Each Sunday is also livestreamed via our YouTube channel. [Hint: Subscribing to our YouTube page will help you find us again.] The service may also be viewed on our Sermons Page.

If you have a joy or concern to share, please text it into the YouTube conversation box during the livestream service. The Tech Team will relay it to the pastors.

Weekly bulletins are available in a digital format so you can participate more fully in the service.

We invite those worshiping at home to celebrate the Sacrament of Communion with us on the first Sunday of the month. To prepare for this sacrament from home, please click below for some helpful tips

CHILDREN IN WORSHIP

We welcome children of all ages to worship with their families as they wish.  Most Sundays include a special Message for All God’s Children, when children may come forward for a brief lesson.

Nursery

Available each Sunday for infants and preschool-aged children, who may be dropped off in the classrooms before worship begins. Please inquire of a greeter or usher for room location.

Family Worship

Once a month, children grades K-8 stay for a family-focused worship service. Nursery care is still provided on these Sundays.

Church School

Following the Message for All God’s Children, K - 8th Graders accompany their teachers to Church School and Breakfast Club.

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Chancel Choir

This four-part chorus provides weekly worship support and welcomes new members of all musical abilities! The choir also presents special music programs, including our annual Lessons & Carols Service.

The Chancel Choir is led by our Interim Director of Music, Caitlyn Huetz, and is open to high school youth and anyone who wants to sing!

Rehearsal Times

Thursdays
7:45 – 8:45pm
in the Sanctuary

Sanctuary Ringers

This five-octave handbell ensemble is open to new and experienced ringers, high school through adult. Handbells are a great introduction to music for those who have never been part of an organized choir. Contact Caitlyn Huetz for more information.

Rehearsal Times

Thursdays (6:45 – 7:30 pm)

in the Sanctuary

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Children & youth Music

Children’s and Youth Music at PCCT fosters education, worship, and fellowship for our vibrant children’s population and adult parishioners alike. Children’s Music plays an integral role in many of the happenings at PCCT.

No experience needed for any musical ensemble – our Director of Children’s Music, Caitlyn Huetz, will foster a love of music in your children while teaching them the basics of singing and ringing. Kids are also welcome to participate in seasonal ensembles such as those for Christmas Eve and Easter if they can’t commit to a full year. Please contact the church for more information.

Children’s Music at PCCT fosters education, worship, and fellowship for our vibrant children’s population and adult parishioners alike. Children’s Music plays an integral role in many of the happenings at PCCT.

Contact Caitlyn Huetz
Director of Children’s Music

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The Mental Health Association of Essex and Morris promotes mental health and total wellness for individuals facing challenges associated with mental illness and addiction recovery.  

We coordinate occasional drives for items such as bedding and toiletries for MHA clients.

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The Community Food Bank of New Jersey facilitates a regional distribution network of critical food supplies to emergency food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters and feeding programs in more than half the counties of New Jersey.

Volunteers ages 12 and up help on a monthly basis to assemble food boxes senior citizens, sort donated items, and repackage bulk food for distribution to local warehouses.  We never really know what’s in store until we arrive! 

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Family Promise of Morris County in partnership with dozens of churches and synagogues throughout Morris County, provides a rotating shelter for families experiencing a temporary loss of housing. It is one of the few organizations that houses families together as an intact unit.

PCCT serves as a host site four weeks per year, and a team of our volunteers makes each week run smoothly. Volunteers are needed to host guests at PCCT, cook dinner, stay overnight, provide groceries, and do laundry. Sign up to volunteer.

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The mission of the Interfaith Food Pantry Network is to improve the health and well-being of Morris County residents in need by providing access to food, nutrition education and related resources; provide hands-on opportunities for neighbors to help neighbors, and educate the public about the issues of hunger in our area.

On an ongoing basis, PCCT members donate healthy canned goods and other non-perishable items by placing them in a bin in the upper lobby. The Harvest Festival also supports this food pantry.

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Helping Hands distributes essential items through our growing network of individuals and partner organizations throughout New Jersey.

Our partnership began with a request to provide temporary space for donated items until needed by a client family. We now provide additional support through donation drives and the PCCT Community Garden.

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Nourish.NJ creates lasting solutions to the problems of hunger, homelessness and poverty. We offer food, housing, work readiness, medical, social and educational services 365 days a year in a warm, safe and caring environment, free of charge, no questions asked.

Volunteers from our church provide monthly donations of 100+ Breakfast Bags, each containing a non-perishable meal, which go to anyone who needs one, no questions asked.

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Refugee Assistance Morris Partners (RAMP) seeks to assist vetted Middle Eastern and other refugee families to transition to productive lives of dignity, safety and hope in the Morris County area of New Jersey.

Members of our congregation provide furniture and other items as well as volunteer support for refugee families during their initial resettlement period. Examples include transportation, ESL and tutoring.

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Bridges ends homelessness through volunteer-driven outreach and individual case management focusing on health, housing, and independence. We form relationships with those experiencing homelessness while meeting their most urgent needs.

Our congregation sponsors three “runs” each year, assisting Bridges staff as they provide necessities and hope to people in New York City, Newark and Irvington. We contribute sack suppers, packed by volunteers of all ages. Runs are open to high school students, with a few spots reserved for adult chaperones.