We exist to connect people to full life in Jesus. Cultivating the sort of relationship with Jesus that yields full life is rooted in community –more specifically, a community that is striving to know Jesus. Below, you can find an up-to-date list of opportunities to get connected here at PCTR.
Registration is now open for our Women’s Retreat on April 17-18. This year we’ll be taking a closer look at what it means to rely on the power of the Holy Spirit. This two-day retreat will include dinner on Friday night, as well as breakfast and dinner on Saturday. Cost is $135 per person. Scholarships are available. Contact Pat Grill for information. Register online at pctr.org/womensretreat or grab a copy of the form in the Welcome Center.
Ocean Classic Concerts is pleased to host ensemble132. This unique performance featuring virtuosos chamber musicians will take place on April 19, 2026 at 4 pm.
As we try to navigate life after the death of a loved one, we can feel isolated and alone. This is the space Grief Share steps into. This weekly group offers support to people grieving the death of a loved one. It’s a place where you can be around others who understand the pain of your loss and how you feel as you come to terms with it. The next set of 13-sessions begins April 28th, meeting every Tuesday morning from 10 - 11:30 am.
Walk with us in support of Villages of Partnership! Join PCTR Water Walkers and raise funds for VIP’s annual Water Walk. Our goal is to raise $5,000 as a team to support the cost of building one clean water well in Malawi. Sign-up now through the end of April. Join us on May 2 for VIPs Water Walk celebration in Allentown or online! To join our team or to donate to our team, visit pctr.org/waterwalk for more details.
Children ages 1-5 and one of their favorite adults are invited to a morning of crafts, Bible stories, music, and, of course, play time! Together we’ll learn more about God’s love for us. Invite a friend! Next get together is May 7, 9:30 - 10:30 am.
It takes a lot of volunteers to take a big group of kids to a rainforest (even if it is in our own building!) Are you one of those VBS Volunteers? Volunteer registration is now open for this year's July 6-10 Vacation Bible School. Roles include crew leaders/helpers, Station helpers, behind the scenes preparations, and more. Registration is at pctr.org/vbsvolunteer. Please note, there will be two orientation/training dates held in May. You must attend at least one of them: May 9 at 11 am or May 7 at 7 pm
Join us July 6-10, 2026 (9am - 12 pm) as we step through the mist into Rainforest Falls VBS, overflowing with wild waterfalls, towering trees, and colorful creatures. Beneath a canopy of chattering birds and howling monkeys, kids will plunge into a lifelong adventure of discovering the nature of God. They’ll explore what it means to be rooted in relationship with God, their creator, a safe place in life’s storms. Kids who have completed a year of PreK3 - 5th grade are welcome. For more info and to register visit pctr.org/vbs
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