ALL CHURCH PICNIC
Our annual fall cookout and back-to-school backpack blessing are set for Sept. 7. Signup sheets for the potluck will be forthcoming.
SUNDAY SCHOOL
A new Sunday School curriculum will start Sept. 7 Volunteer Sunday School teachers and assistants are always needed. Contact Brittany Garcia for for information.
JACKSON ARTS MINISTRY
JAM fall shows will be Frozen Jr. (middle school) and Anastasia (high school). Performances will be Dec. 5-7. Junior Jammers will stage The Wizard of Oz on Dec. 12. Rehearsals begin Sept. 7 For more JAM info: jacksonam.org.
CHURCH T-SHIRTS
Show your love for our church mission: order a T-shirt. Two messages and two colors are available: “You Matter” and “Sunday Morning Club.” Sizes range from Youth XS-XL and Adult S-3X. Cost is $15 each. Sign up sheets are at the Welcome Table.
KEEP THE CHANGE!
Brightly colored tins are on display in the narthex, representing collections for our wish list items. Any form of monetary donation is welcome. Coins, checks or bills, we welcome it all.
SUNBEAM CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL
Enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year continues for children ages 2.5 to 5 years old. Private tours are available upon request, please contact Samantha Marley: [email protected] or (732) 833-8808 ext. 2 for more information. The school offers a unique combination of creative and religious curriculums, uses progressive teaching methods and features a warm and engaging environment where children can learn and grow..
A GIVING TREE
To help serve our church home, a “giving tree” has been created with a list of tasks that need to be done around the building and grounds. If you can spare an hour or two, we can find something for you to do. Talk to Sue Moore, Pastor Denise or Kristen Heinzerling. See the “tree” and take a “leaf” or two.
THRIFT STORE STARTUP
We are planning to launch a thrift store at the church in September. Volunteers and staff are needed. If interested, reach out to Pastor Denise, Sue Moore or Kristen Heinzerling
AFTER-CARE PROGRAM UNDER CONSIDERATION
We are studying the possibility of opening an After-Care program, starting with volunteers, but eventually with a paid director and staff. Contact Sue Moore, Kristen Heinzerling, Jessica Short or Pastor Denise Tiedemann.
JACKSON DAY
This annual community event will be held Sept. 14 at John Johnson Memorial Park. We need volunteers from all ministries to represent Jackson Church and all we have to offer. Talk to Sue Moore.
COMMUNITY GARDEN
We have started a community garden here at Jackson Church. We need donations of time and materials. Committed volunteers are wanted. No experience necessary. Talk to Nadine Schaefer after Sunday services if you want to join in. We’re starting small but have big dreams.
YOUTH GROUPS for middle school and high school students
Check out the schedule on the Youth Group page.
CHRISTIAN FRIENDS FOREVER (CFF)
CFF is a Christian fellowship for adults and older teens with special needs. If you know anyone who is interested, please invite them, or contact Meredith Markov through the church office. Mentors and volunteers are always welcome! Meetings will resume in the fall.
FOOD INSECURITY
~ DeBows UM Church has an active food pantry that always needs volunteers. Talk to Kristen Heinzerling to sign up for a shift. Love your neighbors.
~ Grocery Store gift cards in $20-$50 denominations are always appreciated. They can be put in the offering plate or taken to our church office.
PULSE YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
Every second and fourth Friday of the month! Open to all 18-30 year olds. Talk to Cole Rupp for details.
BIBLE STUDIES
Eileen Triolo leads a weekly online class at 6:30 pm on Tuesdays.
MEN’S FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST
Come grab a bit to eat with the guys every Wednesday morning at 8 am at the Mug Rack.
MISSIONS, VOLUNTEERING, AND SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
VOLUNTEER
Do you want to make a difference in someone’s life and the life of our community? We are looking for people with a heart for service to help with our Sunday School and on Sunday mornings as ushers/greeters during worship.
Also, we are looking for caring people to help with our Grief Share Program, as well as checking on members who are not able to get to church. Email Pastor Denise at [email protected] if you are interested.
WORSHIP TEAM REHEARSALS
Sundays at 9 am and Wednesdays at 7 pm
If you like to play an instrument, sing, or want to learn more, come check us out!
DeBows Food Pantry
By appointment only — call 732-928-4475 in advance. For details on volunteering, talk to Kristen Heinzerling.
Jackson Church Full Events Calendar https://jackson.church/calendar/