Chatham Presbyterian Church Welcomes All to Holy Week Observances

Chatham Presbyterian Church Welcomes All to Holy Week Observances

The Presbyterian Church of Chatham Township (PCCT) invites the community to join the congregation for several services as it observes Holy Week and celebrates Easter.

“Holy Week and Easter bring together the joys and sorrows of our human existence,” said The Rev. Thomas A. Brown, pastor of PCCT. “They remind us that even in the most trying of circumstances, the love of God holds us and will never let us go. All are invited to join us for worship and experience a sense of the sacred in the midst of a welcoming, inclusive community.”

The church’s Holy Week services include:

Sunday, March 29, Palm Sunday

Holy Week begins with a festive parade of palms led by the church’s children, who will also provide music for the service along with the adult bells and Chancel Choir. Pastor Tom Brown will conclude the “Holy Detours” Lenten sermon series with a message entitled “Marvelous in Our Eyes,” based on Psalm 118 and Matthew 21.

Thursday, April 2, 7:30 pm Maundy Thursday

“The Table is Set” is the theme for worship on Maundy Thursday. Readings from scripture will invite reflection on meals shared at moments of danger and decision, culminating in the celebration of the Last Supper shared by Jesus and his disciples. Music will be provided by the church’s Choral Scholars and Director of Music, Caitlyn Huetz. The service concludes somberly as the chancel is stripped of furnishings in anticipation of Good Friday.

Friday, April 3, 7:30 pm Good Friday

The service of Tenebrae recounts Jesus’ "Seven Last Words” with readings, reflections and musical offerings from our Chancel Choir.

Sunday, April 5, Easter Sunday Two Worship Services, 9 and 11 am

PCCT members and visitors celebrate together Christ’s resurrection with two joy-filled services featuring Brass, Tympani, and the Chancel Choir. A children’s program will be offered during the later service and weather permitting, will be followed by an Easter Egg Hunt on the front lawn. Rev. Brown’s sermon, “There They Will See Me” will invite attendees to look for God’s presence in modern day.

The Presbyterian Church of Chatham Township (PCCT) is a vibrant, welcoming, intergenerational community of faith, seeking to navigate life’s challenges together and demonstrate Jesus’ call to love our neighbors as ourselves. With members from more than 20 local communities and a growing online presence, PCCT invites all to celebrate God through worship, fellowship, and service. Learn more at www.pcct-nj.org or call 973-635-2340. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to see the church in action.