For the second year, the Presbyterian Church of Toms River will reach out to the community to help those in need, both in Africa and in town. The annual Faithworks Weekend will feature events to raise money and awareness for the plight of those in Malawi, Africa and help those older residents of the area with some spring cleanup work.
The weekend kicks off on Saturday April 21st with three events at Winding River Park in Toms River – A 5k run, a dog walk and a bike/trike-a-thon. The 5k run will take place at 8:30 a.m. There are two new events taking place – The Paws for Africa dog walk will allow people and their dogs to participate in a one mile walk to raise money at 10:30 a.m. and the Pedal for Malawi bike/trike-a-thon gives kids 12 and under a chance to participate at 11:30 a.m. These events will also coincide with educational displays, games and activities highlighting PCTR's mission in Malawi along with live music and food throughout the day. The day's activities will conclude with the regular Saturday Celebration services at 5 p.m. and a dinner for those in need at PCTR beginning at 6 p.m.
On Sunday, members of the PCTR congregation will fan out into the community to help with some spring cleanup and repair projects for residents in need of some help.
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Last year's first Toms River for Africa events raised $25,000 for much needed wells to be built in Malawi.
Anyone wishing more information on any of the events can call PCTR at 732/349-1331.
