| 1501 West Brigantine Avenue, Brigantine, NJ 08203 | Ph: (609) 266-7942 | Email: brigchurch@aol.com

COMMUNITY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH



Weekly Church Updates
Readings for next Sunday April 20th, 2025
Acts 10:34-43 or Isa. 65:17-25 and Ps. 118:1-2, 14-24;
1 Cor. 15:19-26 or Acts 10:34-43; John 20:1-18 or Luke 24:1-12
Easter Evening: Isa. 25:6-9 and Ps. 114; 1 Cor. 5:6b-8; Luke 24:13-49 April 13th, 2025
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MAUNDY THURSDAY SERVICE: Join us on Thursday, April 17th, at 6 PM for our Maundy Thursday service, a time of reflection and remembrance of Jesus' Last Supper with His disciples. This special evening will include a short play followed by communion. We need volunteers! If you'd like to participate in the play, a sign-up sheet is available in the Fellowship Hall. All are welcome to attend.
FELLOWSHIP HOUR: For April, everyone (congregation, visitors, and friends) will host Potluck Fellowship Hour each week, and we invite everyone to participate by bringing a dish to share. Please check the sign-up sheet in the Fellowship Hall to choose a week and let us know what kind of dish you’ll be bringing. Together, we can create an amazing spread and continue to enjoy this special time of connection and community prior to our summer break!
EASTER EGG HUNT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We are looking for volunteers to help with the upcoming Kids' Easter Egg Hunt on April 12th at the church. Volunteers must have already completed or be prepared to swiftly complete the boundary training required by our insurance. If you are interested in helping, please sign up on the poster board located in Fellowship hall!
EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE: Celebrate the joy of Easter morning with our Sunrise Service at 6:30 AM at the 16th Street Beach Pavilion in Brigantine, in partnership with St. Andrews by the Sea Church. This special service will include Holy Communion as we welcome the risen Christ together by the shore.
Please note: There will be no 8 AM service on Easter Sunday. Worship will be held at 6:30 AM and 10 AM only. All are welcome to join us for this beautiful celebration!
GOOD FRIDAY: On Good Friday, April 18th, the church will be open from 12 PM to 3 PM for quiet prayer and reflection. We invite you to take this time to pause, meditate, and reflect on the meaning of this sacred day. All are welcome to come and pray at their own pace. If you would like to participate in the Stations of the Cross service by reading, please sign up with Kim Grahsler. Readings will be done in 15-minute increments.
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MOTHERS DAY FLOWER SALE GIFT CERTIFICATES: Looking for a thoughtful and beautiful gift for Mother’s Day? The church is now offering $20 gift certificates for an 8-inch planter from the Jersey Shore Series Combo Collection. These gift certificates can be purchased through the church office, Kim, or Jean and make the perfect addition to Easter baskets, Mother’s Day cards, or as a sweet surprise just because! Support the church while giving a lovely living gift that’s sure to bring joy. For more information, contact the church office or see Kim Grahsler or Jean Bereheiko.
MOTHERS DAY FLOWER SALE: Celebrate the special moms in your life with beautiful flowers! Our Annual Mother’s Day Flower Sale is happening on Wednesday, May 7th. Stop by Fellowship Hall to place your order and find more details. For any questions or concerns, please see Kim Grahsler or Jean Bereheiko. Thank you for your support! 🌸
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CHURCH FIELD TRIP – NOAH: Only 3 spots left for our trip to see NOAH at Sight & Sound Theatre in Lancaster, PA on September 27th at 11 AM! Tickets are $80 each – checks should be made payable to Brigantine Community Presbyterian Church. If you’ve already reserved a spot, please remit payment to the church as soon as possible to secure your seat. We’ll also be celebrating Beverly’s Birthday with an early dinner after the show! See Pastor K after service this Sunday to grab one of the last spots. More details to come as the date approaches!
FOOD PANTRY: Our food pantry is in need of –PEANUT BUTTER & MAC AND CHEESE.
Thank you for helping support our neighbors!
VOLUNTEERING/JOIN A COMMITTEE: Looking to get involved and make a difference? Consider volunteering or joining one of our church committees! It's a great way to serve, connect, and contribute to our church community. For more information, please see Pastor K or Sarah. We’d love to have you on board!
ADULT BIBLE STUDY: We have completed our study of ROMANS and will begin a special Lenten study next week. All are welcome to join us as we reflect on the meaning of Lent and prepare our hearts for the season. Sessions will take place every Sunday at 9 AM in Room #10. We look forward to seeing you there!
BIBLE READING: If you’re interested in reading the Bible during Sunday service, please speak with Pastor ‘K’. Your participation is welcome and appreciated!
UPDATES OR REQUESTS: Kindly remember to review the prayer concern list and share any updates by dropping them off at the office or by calling 609-266-7942. If you’d like a note in next week’s insert, please let me know by Thursday morning. Office hours are Mon-Thur 8am-12pm.Thank you, Sarah Haefele.