Announcements

Vacation Bible School
This year’s TRUE NORTH VBS will be August 11-15, from 5-8:15 pm. Everyone from preschool to 6th grade is invited to come and learn about God’s love for them! Sign up at https://jackson.church/vbs. If you want to volunteer, please sign up as well!

Outdoor Worship Music Night
Friday, August 15. Celebrate the wrap-up of our summer programs, VBS and Firefly Camp with song. Starting at 8:30 pm, the concert will feature our church praise band and promises wonderful music, concessions and some surprises. Save the date!

Jackson Arts Ministry
JAM fall shows will be Frozen Jr. (middle school) and Anastasia (high school). Audition prep will be held Aug. 7, with Frozen Jr. at 5-6 pm, and Anastasia at 6-7 pm. Auditions will be held Aug. 16-17. Signups can be done online: 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.

Firefly Summer Camp
Registration remains open for the remaining weeks of summer camp. Check https://www.fireflysummercamp.com. Pick one week or all; there’s a different theme each week! Camp runs through Aug. 15. After-care is also offered.

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 seeking a coordinator (with volunteer support) to help launch a thrift store. The coordinator would earn a percentage commission from sales. If interested, reach out to Pastor Denise, Sue Moore or Kristen Heinzerling

After-Care program being explored
We are studying the possibility of opening an After-Care program in September, starting with volunteers, but eventually with a paid director and staff. Contact Sue Moore, Kristen Heinzerling, Jessica Short or Pastor Denise Tiedemann.

Open Mic Night
Back by popular demand, we’re hosting another Open Mic Night on Aug. 6, starting at 7 p.m. All ages and talents are welcome. Admission is $10, and concessions will be available.

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 group programs for middle school and high school students
Check out the schedule on the Youth Group page. Upcoming activities include Subs and Suds, July 27, noon to 4:30 pm, where you can enjoy a sub while you have your car washed. Combined middle school and high school students will meet after, 4-:30-5:30 p.m. Then, at 5:30, Kingdom Kids (K-5) will enjoy pizza, popcorn, praise and a movie.

Christian Friends Forever (Special Needs Group)
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 Pantry
Store gift cards in $20-$50 denominations are always appreciated. Thanks for helping your neighbors!

PULSE YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
Every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month! Open to all 18-30 year olds.

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.

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/