Vacation Bible School
Our annual Vacation Bible School welcomes children from our congregation and throughout the community for a week of fun, fellowship, and valuable lessons from the Bible that can last a lifetime.
We invite children entering kindergarten through 6th grade to participate in VBS programming. Those in 7th and 8th graders who are children of church-member families may register for our youth leader training class, with members of our youth group serving as youth leaders. There are plenty of opportunities for adult volunteers as well, many choosing to help with VBS planning and preparation, and many choosing to help during the week. Registration will begin on Sunday, May 6th. VBS 2020 dates are June 29 to July 2, 2020. The theme will be the “Great Bible Reef.” Click here to register for VBS.
Sunday School @ Home!
We will provide to you age appropriate Sunday school lessons each week so you can work with your children. The lessons include activities, crafts and questions that will help your children grow in learning the scripture lesson.
Church School
(Due to the Coronavirus and shelter in place mandate, classes are temporarily halted.)
A key element in our ministry of nurture is the Sunday morning Church School with classes for children 2 years old through adults. From September through June:
- 2 years through 4th grade meet during worship, 9:45 AM – 10:30 AM
- 5th through High School, as well as an adult study, meet before worship, 8:30 AM to 9:15 AM
- Click here to Register for Sunday School and the Music Programs
FPC You Tube Programs
Click on the links below to view our latest children’s ministry programs on the FPC You Tube Channel:
- Chef Dan and his kids, Kelly and Chris are in the church kitchen! They have the quarantine bug and want to share some menu ideas that are easy for families to make together. We are so blessed that he is showing us the tutorial AND providing the recipes! Click to download the recipes. Click here to view the cooking show.
- A Sheep’s story by the Presbyterian Puppeteer : Greg
- Presbyterian Puppeteers perform on Patience
- Easter Story – Jesus is Risen – as read by Victoria Pennix
- Mrs. Day & the Butterfly Song
- The Story of Noah’s Ark read by our Sunday School Teacher, Ms. Veronica
Puppet Ministry
Puppet shows at Sunday School!
Huge thanks to our traveling Presbyterian Puppeteers. In July 2019, they visited JFK Hartwyck and in August 2019 will perform at Whispering Knoll Assisting Living. We applaud their energy and ministry. New Members are welcome, Grades 7th and older!
We offer an active, growing children’s ministry that welcomes children of all ages. From Sunday School to youth group to children’s vocal and handbell choirs to fellowship opportunities, there is something for every family at First Presbyterian Church. All are welcome!
For devotional readings and activities you can do at home with your kids and teens, please see our Devotionals Page.
Children’s Time
Pastor Garry Leading Children’s Time on Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday watercolors. The children enjoyed painting their watercolor Cross on canvas.
Jesus is Risen! He is risen indeed!
Our Christmas Pageant is another way our youth get involved.
Family Ministry
Family fun at Halloween
Class Schedule and Location
All classes meet in the Education Building
Class Times 8:30-9:15 AM
- 5th, 6th & 7th Grades – Room 210
- Confirmation Class (8th Grade) – Library (8:20-9:20 AM)
- Senior High 9th-12th – Room 201
- Adult Bible Study – Room 106
Worship Hour 9:45-10:30 AM
- 2 year olds – Room 209
- 3 & 4 year olds – Room 208
- K through 1st Grade – Room 108
2nd Grade – Room 205- 3rd and 4th Grade – Room 204
Christian Education 10:45 AM
Child Care
Supervised child care is offered Sunday mornings from 9 AM to noon for babies and toddlers.
Children’s Fellowship Groups
Have fun in Junior Club
- First Friday Club (Grades K-2) – Enjoy pizza, drinks, games and crafts. Meets the first Friday of each month, October – May 6-7:15 PM
- Junior Club (Grades 3-6) – Pizza, games and fun for all. Meets 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, October – May, 5:30 – 6:30 PM.
First Friday group meetings teach and bring joy to the children.
Junior Club worked on their mission project by building care boxes for soldiers. They sent out 4 boxes to some of our congregation family members. The 3rd to 7th graders also included notes of love and kindness. Thank you Jr. Club!
Community Nursery School
Church sponsored nursery school provides quality education for children 2 1/2 to 5 years old. Half day programs: 2, 3, and 5 days a week. Click here for more information about Community Nursery School.
Christmas Pageant Play
Every year over 100 children and adults participate in our Christmas Play. Children and youth from age 4 up to 12th Grade are welcome to be part of this new Christmas Pageant. We also will need volunteers to make this happen.
Camp Johnsonburg
Camp Johnsonburg is a Presbyterian Camp located in Northern New Jersey. Presbyterian Women and our Deacons offer a Scholarship to Children and Youth of the First Presbyterian Church each summer. All information including the Camp Johnsonburg Summer Schedule of Events/Activities as well as to register are available through the Camp Johnsonburg website: www.campjburg.org.
Children’s Vocal and Handbell Choirs
Please click here to learn more about our Children’s Vocal and Handbell Choirs.
Just For Fun Fellowship
Would you like to join FPC members and other fun-loving people for monthly, informal get togethers? We’re starting a casual group (no tasks, no minutes) that will meet up once or twice a month to have a meal, go to an event/movie/ theater, take a hike, or just hang out. In today’s busy and socially disconnected world, we’d like to take time to meet people and just enjoy life together. No commitments. No fees. Just for fun!
If you have questions or want to know more about the Just for Fun group, contact:
- Jan Margolis; 732-261-8990 (cell) or jmargolis@arclead.com
- Jane Meyer; 732-887-9316 (cell) or jagmeyer@gmail.com