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The Tenebrae Service, which will be preceded by Holy Communion, is an adaptation of an early Fourth Century Worship Service. Literally meaning “Shadows” or “Darkness”, this Service of Shadows utilizes sacred scripture and music to interpret the Passion (suffering) of Christ. The gradual extinguishing of candles symbolizes the growing shadow of the crucifixion looming over Jesus and his isolation in darkness as his disciples desert him. The congregation is invited to leave the church in silence, reflecting on our Savior's suffering, loneliness, and death for our sakes.

The Sanctuary will be open on Good Friday, March 29th from 10am to 2pm if you would like to walk the stations of the cross and meditate. Please call Donna in the office and let her know you'll be coming at (631) 473-0147.

Since 1998, Presbyterians have raised nearly $18 million for ministries that benefit  younger members of God’s family. On the Day of Pentecost we celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit descending in a mighty rush of wind and flame to inspire the church’s proclamation of Christ’s rising and to empower its mission and ministry to the world. (See Acts 2:1-13; see also Joel 2:28-32.) The notion of Easter as a season of 50 days ending at Pentecost is patterned after the ancient Jewish festival of seven weeks that extended from the beginning of the barley harvest (on the second day after the beginning of Passover) to the end of the wheat harvest at the Festival of Weeks or Shavuot (see Deuteronomy 16:9-12). The Festival of Weeks later came to be called Pentecost (“50th day”) by Greek speaking Jews. In Jewish tradition, Shavuot also marks the giving of the law to Moses at Sinai; this liturgical link may inform Paul’s discussions of the law and the Spirit (see Romans 8, 2 Corinthians 3 and Galatians 3). A gift to the Pentecost Offering helps the church encourage, develop, and support its young people, and also address the needs of at-risk children. 40% of the Pentecost offering can be retained by individual congregations wanting to make an impact in the lives of young people within their own community. The remaining 60% is used to support ministries of the Presbyterian Mission Agency.

Join us for this special worship service as our 13 Confirmands take the next step in their journey of faith as they are confirmed and received into church membership at the 10am worship service .  

On the Day of Pentecost we celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit descending in a mighty rush of wind and flame to inspire the church’s proclamation of Christ’s rising and to empower its mission and ministry to the world. (See Acts 2:1-13; see also Joel 2:28-32.) The notion of Easter as a season of 50 days ending at Pentecost is patterned after the ancient Jewish festival of seven weeks that extended from the beginning of the barley harvest (on the second day after the beginning of Passover) to the end of the wheat harvest at the Festival of Weeks or Shavuot (see Deuteronomy 16:9-12). The Festival of Weeks later came to be called Pentecost (“50th day”) by Greek speaking Jews. In Jewish tradition, Shavuot also marks the giving of the law to Moses at Sinai; this liturgical link may inform Paul’s discussions of the law and the Spirit (see Romans 8, 2 Corinthians 3 and Galatians 3).

The office will be closed in observance of the Fourth of July on July 4th. We wish everyone a safe and happy summer kickoff!

Summer office hours began on Friday, July 5th . The office will be closed on Fridays throughout July and August returning to M-F hours the week of September 3rd. If you have an emergency, please email pastor@pjpres.org.

Why not let your fellowship & family bloom this summer? Join us for the Deacon's Annual Lawn Party on August 3rd – 3 pm (Rain Date August 4th at 3 pm) Join us for fellowship overlooking Long Island Sound-every viewpoint is breathtakingly beautiful! Cost is $10 per adult, $25 per family. Children under 14 are free but need to be signed up. Please bring a side dish or salad. Sign up now! Need a ride? Contact the office at (631) 473-0147 or email office@pjpres.org for details or to sign up.

The office will be closed on Monday, September 2nd,  in observance of Labor Day, re-opening on Tuesday, September 3rd.  

Please join us on Sunday, September 8th for the blessing of the backpacks by Pastor Emily.