Published 7:44pm  CALDWELL, NJ - The First Presbyterian Church at Caldwell will be hosting their annual Advent Arts and Crafts Festival this weekend at 326 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell. The free event will run from 2pm to 4:30pm on Sunday, Nov. 30. Attendees are asked to register in advance with the church and to bring an item which will be donated to the Caldwell Food Pantry. Following the crafting period, there will be a brief Advent devotional followed by a carol sing. The Advent Festival will be held in the church’s Fellowship Hall, located at the Westville Avenue side of the church complex; the hall is easily accessible by elevator. Advent Arts and Crafts Festival The festival will offer the opportunity for both families and individuals to prepare for Christmas with a warm and welcoming congregation. It marks the beginning of Advent, a period of readying for Christmas. Fifteen different craft stations will offer a variety of choices and all supplies will be provided at no cost. Although volunteer helpers will be on hand at each table, parents are encouraged to work with young children, as this is intended to be an opportunity to promote family togetherness. Older children, teenagers, and adults will find it easy to participate alone or with a friend. This year’s projects include:
The crafting sessions will end at 4pm and will be followed by a brief devotional time centering on the First Sunday of Advent, led by Senior Pastor Dr. Rick Sommers. The afternoon will conclude with a short carol sing led by church members Rey Mercado and Kris George. Registration Registration is necessary to ensure that enough materials can be ready for each craft. Please call the church office at 973-228-0310. Donation There is no cost to participate, but attendees are invited to contribute a staple item to be donated to the Caldwell emergency food pantry. “The Advent Festival is open to all in the community so that Further Information The First Presbyterian Church at Caldwell Senior Pastor Dr. Rick Sommers 326 Bloomfield Avenue Caldwell, NJ 07006 973 - 228 - 0310 The First Presbyterian Church at Caldwell is a place where people gather to know, love, and serve Christ in their daily lives. More than 850 members of all ages grow closer to God seven days a week through Bible study, fellowship, and support groups in this historic church. Comments are closed.
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