Our mission is to advance God’s Mission of making dedicated followers of Jesus Christ in Princeton, the Northeast, and around the world.
Whether this is your first Sunday or your church home for many years, we’re glad you’re here. Below, you can find ways to help you stay connected, follow along in worship, and discover what’s happening in the life of our church each week. We believe God meets people in every season, and there’s a place for you here.
Worship Service Order
This week’s theme: Life can be perplexing, but we must thank God for every blessing.
1. Call to Worship
Psalm 100
2. Opening Hymn
Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
3. Invocation
4. Choir Anthem
Beautiful in His Time
5. Scripture Reading
Colossians 1:15-20 (Click Here)
6. Worship In Song
Goodness of God ; The Joy (click on the song for lyrics).
7. Pastoral Prayer
8. Doxology
9. Sermon Text
Ecclesiastes 3:1-22 (Click Here)
10. Sermon
Life is Perplexing but God is in Control| Pastor Tracy Troxel
11. Confession of Sin & Promise of Pardon
12. Communion
Song at the Cup: Come Unto Jesus
13. Closing Hymn
Crown Him with Many Crowns
14. Benediction
Announcements
Nominations for Elders & Deacons
It’s time for SHC’s annual process of recommending deacons and elders for potential service in 2027 or later. Those recommended should be believers, SHC members in good standing, and reflect the characteristics expressed in 1 Timothy 3:1-15 and Titus 1:5-9.
Recommendations can be submitted to the elder board. Deadline for submitting is Sunday, October 11.
Special Volunteer Need
- Librarian: We are looking for a dedicated volunteer willing to spend a couple hours a week maintaining the library. Contact info@stonehillprinceton.org if you are interested.
Women’s Ministry “Launch-eon” Event
Women of Stone Hill, join us as we launch the new season of ministry! Today, (10/4) from 12:45 to 2:00 p.m., we’ll be gathering to eat lunch together, hear what God’s been doing in one another’s lives, and talk about what the next year might hold for women’s ministry at Stone Hill Church. Lunch will be catered, so no need to bring anything. Just come! Learn more about upcoming women’s ministry groups and events happening this Fall by visiting the Women’s Page.
Get Connected, Join a Small Group
Interested in getting more connected with your community at Stone Hill? You’re invited reach out to smallgroups@stonehillprinceton.org to get more information about joining an existing small group or starting one of your own!
Study
Three general questions for digging deeper:
- What does this text teach us about God?
- What does this text teach us about ourselves?
- If this text is true, what should we do to obey this teaching?
Questions specific to the October 4 sermon from Ecclesiastes 3:1-22:
- Why do you sense that history never really makes progress? (remind yourselves of Ecclesiastes 3)
- Do you believe that what God does lasts forever? How can this truth help you live faithfully when life doesn’t make sense?
- Does the presence of injustice cause you to doubt God’s power or His love? Why or why not?
- How does one cultivate a deep confidence in God, that He will make things right?
Give
All that we have is a gift from God. We believe that the gifts Stone Hill receives are to be used in the mission of making dedicated followers of Jesus Christ in Princeton and around the world. If you would like to contribute financially to Stone Hill please consider using one of the following methods:
ONLINE
One-time or recurring donations can be made securely through this giving page. If you have any questions, please contact giving@stonehillprinceton.org.
IN PERSON
In-person during one of our Sunday services, or drop by the office during office hours.
BY MAIL
Stone Hill Church of Princeton
1025 Bunn Drive
Princeton, NJ 08540
Serve
There are many serving teams in need of volunteers, and there’s a place for everyone to jump in. Whether you can serve every week or just once in a while, we’d love for you to be part of what God is doing through our church.
Cafe Team
8:00-9:00 a.m. and 12:45-1:15 p.m.
Contact Noah Smartt
Facilities
A/V team, Grounds, Sunday Assistant, Online Service, Laundry, Painting
Contact Nathaniel Mariman
Front Door Team
Atrium Hosts, Ushers, Welcome Desk during both worship services
Contact Noah Smartt
Sunday Worship Service Musicians
Vocalists, Musicians, Organists
Contact Amy Wells
Nursery, Toddler and Preschool
Class volunteers at both services
Contact Betsy Ferrer
Social Media
Experience with social media directly or general photography, graphic design, videography, etc.
Contact Daniel Dyer
Pray
Prayer teams are available in the Observation Room and at the front of the Sanctuary after each service.
Rather submit a prayer request digitally? Submit your prayer request here.
We have weekly prayer meetings regularly. Learn more by emailing: prayer@stonehillprinceton.org
Questions? We’re here to help.
Looking for the right person to contact? We’re happy to help!
Baptism or Membership
members@stonehillprinceton.org
Small Groups
smallgroups@stonehillprinceton.org
Family Ministries
Young Adults Ministry
youngadults@stonehillprinceton.org
Church Building or Scheduling an Event
nathanielm@stonehillprinceton.org
Care or Benevolence
Global Outreach
globaloutreach@stonehillprinceton.org
Communications
communications@stonehillprinceton.org
Something else? Contact the office and we’ll help! info@stonehillprinceton.org