SENT TO SERVE
Making our community more loving and just
We follow the example of Jesus, who came to serve. God’s love empowers us to love others, and the Holy Spirit guides our ministry.
Food Pantry
Our church food pantry helps neighbors in need. We gladly accept:
- Pasta and pasta sauce
- Rice and noodle mixes
- 100% juice and juice boxes
- Individually wrapped snacks
- Laundry detergent
- Paper goods
- Personal hygiene products
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Volunteers stocking the food pantry
Community Dinners
Wednesdays · 5:30–7:30 p.m.
A free meal and warm fellowship. Everyone is welcome at the table.
Our mission partners
We partner with local and national organizations that serve people in need.
CASA of Middlesex County
Court Appointed Special Advocates speak up for children in foster care. Our congregation has given school supplies, backpack essentials, and Communion offerings.
Elijah’s Promise
Founded in 1989 as a small soup kitchen in New Brunswick, Elijah’s Promise now helps people move out of poverty through meals, culinary job training, and more. elijahspromise.org
The Salvation Army
We collect arts and crafts supplies for their after-school programs.
American Red Cross
Our Communion offering has supported Red Cross disaster relief and emergency preparedness.
Holiday Tricky Tray & Food Drive
Saturday, December 5, 2026
Doors open at 2:00 p.m. · Drawings begin at 4:00 p.m.
More than 200 raffle items. This event is sold out, but everyone can help by bringing non-perishable food for our community pantry.
Four ways we serve
Every day
Offering care, kindness, and a listening ear at home, at work, and in our neighborhoods.
When needs arise
Calling, visiting, writing, and helping people across town or from different backgrounds.
In the community
Joining organizations that work on human needs and social issues with our time and gifts.
Through our church
Service groups, special projects, visitation, and teaching ministries.
We would love to meet you
Open hearts. Open minds. Open doors. All are welcome to journey with us in the way of Christ.
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