First Presbyterian Church of Cranford, NJ — Local services in Cranford

Absolutely beautiful, both the people and the facilities. I have attended since I was in third grade (now approaching my ten-year college reunion) and am proud to say that. They truly hold God in their hearts in everything they do. The First Pres Cranford has a strong commitment to acting as global citizens, whether for our sisters and brothers in Nicaragua or our family right next door in Elizabeth. Their robust children's programming is age-appropriate and fun (and I hear they have a wickedly awesome second-third grade Sunday School teacher ;-) ). They want to see their congregants succeed in all facets of life so that you do feel like family. The music program is filled with well-trained individuals (and even some in the congregation that SHOULD be up at the altar singing! Think of it like accidental surround-sound). Finally, the sermons both warm you and make you think to develop a deeper faith with God.

In short? I highly recommend this welcoming,...

My family and I have been attending the First Presbyterian Church of Cranford since we moved into town about 6 years ago. We have a 9 year old, a 5 year old, and an 18 month old - and this is a great church for families and children. There is a very active and engaging Sunday School program and youth choirs that my kids participate in (well at least the 2 older ones), not to mention the Christmas cantata and Easter pageant. There is also a well-attended youth program for older kids where they go on different outings in and around New Jersey and also get a chance to venture further afield on mission trips. I highly recommend the church for people of all ages, in particular for families with school age children! It’s a warm and...

Everyone is incredibly friendly and welcoming here! There are many programs for kids such as choir, Sunday School, Youth Group, and more. The church has a lot of opportunities to volunteer- at their soup kitchen, helping the homeless families who stay there temporarily a few times a year, plus helping out with organizations like Operation Warmheart. There are also many different ages and types of people here. It is nice to see so many people who aren't all the same in the pews. This former Catholic loves how the focus is on all the good we can do in the world, not just what we are...