Ephesians 6:12-13 - “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand.”
Three Things You May Not Know about Grove . . . .
For instance, did you know that we celebrate Holy Communion/The Lord's Supper on the first Sunday of each month? In our tradition, elders or deacons "serve" us as we sit in our pews. Did you know that we have a Healing Service each month on the last Sunday? This is a very special time for us. Our organist plays softly as those who wish to be annointed with oil file forward and either stand or kneel as our elders and the rest of the congregation pray for them. There is no urging to participate, but most people do, while those who choose to remain in their pews sit quietly and simply observe or pray. Elders come to those who have difficulty standing or walking. Finally, did you know that we have a staffed nursery so parents can relax during the service? You didn't? Well, now you do!
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Just for fun--heres a youtube link for you featuring the Christian comedian Mark Lowry. Enjoy your day and keep smiling, God loves you. http://youtu.be/MmrevhzVcD8
Free family supper will be held at Grove Church Minister's home January 22 from 5:00-7:30. Community and church parents and their families are invited to attend this fellowship for discussions of parenting resources. 46th & Kennedy Blvd, North Bergen. Phone: 201-705- 8275 or email grovereformedchurch@verizon.net for more information
Hudson County Community College
Grove Reformed Church is delighted to welcome the students and staff of Hudson County Community College to the neighborhood.Located directly across the street from us on Kennedy Boulevard, between 47th and 49th Streets, the college offers classes and courses that lead to Associate degrees, certifications, entry to four-year colleges and universities, and professional opportunities. You can find them on the web here Look for them also on FaceBook and Twitter.
Pastor Mel has compiled a listing of resources for students, (see our Ministries tab) who face not only academic challenges, but the daily life challenges of goal-setting, dating, and integrating the Christian faith into a constantly changing world.
Welcome!
Grove Reformed Church is much more than brick and mortar. Our church is its people. Gathered from all walks of life, we unite our hearts and gather our talents and resources to deliver the message of hope that can be found only in Jesus Christ. We welcome families and couples, those in relationships and those who live alone. We embrace those from a variety of religious backrounds and those who grew up with no particular religion. Is it possible that this church has something for everyone? Absolutely! It might be found in a Bible study or a youth program. Maybe it's in a senior's fellowship or in a children's choir. Or it may not be in any of the programs available at Grove Church. Instead you may find the very thing you're looking for in the very people who make up this church. We hope that soon you will think of us not as The Church on the corner of 46th and Kennedy, but as
"My Church!"
Thank you for visiting our website!
Rev. Melchior Van Hattem
Rev. Kenneth Tenckinck
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