9/3/2026
This Sunday At Sparta Church
Title: Get Ready For A Party!
Passage: Matthew 22:1-14
Speaker: Lead Pastor: Doug Thuen
Service Times | 9am & 10:30am | Livestream | 10:30am
Passage: Matthew 22:1-14
Speaker: Lead Pastor: Doug Thuen
Service Times | 9am & 10:30am | Livestream | 10:30am
Church Picnic This Sunday!
Fellowship with us at our church picnic!
Sunday, September 6th.
Join us for a fun time of fellowship on our church lawn right after our 10:30am service.
Burgers and hot dogs will be served. Please bring a side, salad, or dessert to share!
LAST NAME A-M | Bring a side or salad
LAST NAME N-Z | Bring a dessert
Sunday, September 6th.
Join us for a fun time of fellowship on our church lawn right after our 10:30am service.
Burgers and hot dogs will be served. Please bring a side, salad, or dessert to share!
LAST NAME A-M | Bring a side or salad
LAST NAME N-Z | Bring a dessert
Ministry Updates
Upcoming Events
This month’s Book Club meeting will be September 4th, 10am-12pm
This month’s book is "The Air We Breathe" by Glen Scrivener.
Email [email protected] or call 973-300-1717 for location.
This month’s book is "The Air We Breathe" by Glen Scrivener.
Email [email protected] or call 973-300-1717 for location.
Get ready for All Together Sunday: Sunday September 6th!
Six times a year we have Sunday morning "family services" at both 9am and 10:30. (This is similar to our Christmas Weekend and Resurrection Sunday services in the past).
On these Sundays, there will not be separate programming for kids (no 2-4 year olds, CORE or 4REAL Worship) so that all ages can worship together in the Worship Center.
Are you concerned about your child sitting through the service ? An activity page will be available, the Nursery will be open for ages 0-24 months, and the Family Room will be available.
Six times a year we have Sunday morning "family services" at both 9am and 10:30. (This is similar to our Christmas Weekend and Resurrection Sunday services in the past).
On these Sundays, there will not be separate programming for kids (no 2-4 year olds, CORE or 4REAL Worship) so that all ages can worship together in the Worship Center.
Are you concerned about your child sitting through the service ? An activity page will be available, the Nursery will be open for ages 0-24 months, and the Family Room will be available.
Jefferson Campus Proposal Important Events
Candidating Weekend
Saturday, September 12th: Get to Know You Breakfast with Owen & Rose Dorrity (9:00-10:30 a.m.)
Work Day to follow at Jefferson Campus, 5550 Berkshire Valley Rd Oak Ridge (11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.)
Sunday, September 13th: Q&A with Owen & Rose Dorrity after Second Service (11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.)
Special Members Meeting
Wednesday, September 16th: Congregational Vote on Campus Proposal & Campus Minister (7:00 p.m.)
Saturday, September 12th: Get to Know You Breakfast with Owen & Rose Dorrity (9:00-10:30 a.m.)
Work Day to follow at Jefferson Campus, 5550 Berkshire Valley Rd Oak Ridge (11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.)
Sunday, September 13th: Q&A with Owen & Rose Dorrity after Second Service (11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.)
Special Members Meeting
Wednesday, September 16th: Congregational Vote on Campus Proposal & Campus Minister (7:00 p.m.)
The elders are excited to propose a plan to launch a satellite campus in Jefferson and to present
Owen Dorrity as a candidate to fill the corresponding Campus Minister position.
Please see the full letter from the board of elders HERE.
Owen Dorrity as a candidate to fill the corresponding Campus Minister position.
Please see the full letter from the board of elders HERE.
2026/2027 Sparta Youth Move-Up Days
Welcoming all students into their new grades and the new school year!
The Hunt: Friday, September 11th, Middle School Move-Up Night.
Open to all 6th-8th Grade middle school students, from 7PM-9PM.
Come out and hunt down the leaders across the church building to solve the puzzle and win some BIG prizes!
No Registration needed!
The Beach: Sunday, September 13th, High School Move-Up Day.
Open to all high school students.
Join us from 7AM- 7PM for our annual beach day as we soak up some of the final rays of sun before heading into the fall.
Registration Required.
Please Click Here to Register.
Welcoming all students into their new grades and the new school year!
The Hunt: Friday, September 11th, Middle School Move-Up Night.
Open to all 6th-8th Grade middle school students, from 7PM-9PM.
Come out and hunt down the leaders across the church building to solve the puzzle and win some BIG prizes!
No Registration needed!
The Beach: Sunday, September 13th, High School Move-Up Day.
Open to all high school students.
Join us from 7AM- 7PM for our annual beach day as we soak up some of the final rays of sun before heading into the fall.
Registration Required.
Please Click Here to Register.
Core classes kick off Sunday September 13th, 2026.
Adult CORE Classes meet on Sunday mornings during our 9:00am or 10:30am services. Each Fall and Spring, classes change so that there are a variety of topics covered.
Click here for more.
Adult CORE Classes meet on Sunday mornings during our 9:00am or 10:30am services. Each Fall and Spring, classes change so that there are a variety of topics covered.
Click here for more.
Join us Saturday, September 19th from 10am-2pm, for our 7th Annual Car Show!
Come enjoy a day full of cars, food, music and family fun.
Click Here to register your car.
$15 early registration, $20 at entrance.
25 Awards will be handed out.
All proceeds benefit the Single Moms Oil Change Program.
Come enjoy a day full of cars, food, music and family fun.
Click Here to register your car.
$15 early registration, $20 at entrance.
25 Awards will be handed out.
All proceeds benefit the Single Moms Oil Change Program.
Thinking about baptism?
Whether you're interested, have questions, or feel ready to be baptized, fill out the form below, and someone from our pastoral staff will reach out.
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Whether you're interested, have questions, or feel ready to be baptized, fill out the form below, and someone from our pastoral staff will reach out.
Click Here.
Healthy Kids Running Series is back for the Fall! Join us for 5 fun-filled races for kids ages 2-14! This is a great program for kids in our church and the community! The goal of HKRS is to motivate kids to lead a healthy and active lifestyle through a positive introduction to the world of running.
Races are Sunday at 1pm.
Dates: 9/20,9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18. Rain date 10/25
Races are Sunday at 1pm.
Dates: 9/20,9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18. Rain date 10/25
We want to serve single moms in our community!
Please register your vehicle for the time slot you are available. Note that slots are limited and you must be registered for us to complete your oil change on September 26th.
We will be completing the oil changes in our church parking lot. Please show up at your registered time. We look forward to seeing you!
We are looking for Mechanics and Hospitality volunteers to make this event happen!
**If you would like to serve at the Oil Change, please email [email protected] or fill out the form below**
Please register your vehicle for the time slot you are available. Note that slots are limited and you must be registered for us to complete your oil change on September 26th.
We will be completing the oil changes in our church parking lot. Please show up at your registered time. We look forward to seeing you!
We are looking for Mechanics and Hospitality volunteers to make this event happen!
**If you would like to serve at the Oil Change, please email [email protected] or fill out the form below**
Rangers is an activity-based, small-group program for boys and young men in grades Kindergarten through 5th with a mission to evangelize, equip and empower the next generation of Christlike men and lifelong servant leaders.
Registration is officially open. Rangers will meet every other Wednesday evening from 6:30- 8:00pm, beginning September 23rd.
Please complete all the applicable information below. Our Ranger Leaders will be in touch with more information on the program!
Click here to sign up for more information
Registration is officially open. Rangers will meet every other Wednesday evening from 6:30- 8:00pm, beginning September 23rd.
Please complete all the applicable information below. Our Ranger Leaders will be in touch with more information on the program!
Click here to sign up for more information
Upwards Basketball and Cheerleading 2026/2027 season is just around the corner!
Registration opens September 7th.
Visit our website for more information, or email [email protected].
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Registration opens September 7th.
Visit our website for more information, or email [email protected].
Click here.
Check out our summer life groups!
While many of our Life Groups pause for summer, groups that will continue to meet this summer are highlighted in yellow on the web page.
Click here to see our Life Groups
All other groups plan to resume in September.
If you’re interested in attending a Life Group, please reach out to
Stu Salvigsen at [email protected] or (973) 300-1717
While many of our Life Groups pause for summer, groups that will continue to meet this summer are highlighted in yellow on the web page.
Click here to see our Life Groups
All other groups plan to resume in September.
If you’re interested in attending a Life Group, please reach out to
Stu Salvigsen at [email protected] or (973) 300-1717
To stay up to date with everything going on at Sparta Church, make sure you check out our monthly calendar.
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Our Men's Ministry team invites all men to the 2026 Men's Retreat at Tuscarora October 2nd-4th.
This is a first-come first-served retreat so be sure register now before spots fill up!
Click Here To Register
This is a first-come first-served retreat so be sure register now before spots fill up!
Click Here To Register
COMMUNITY PARTNER HIGHLIGHT
Mission Emanuel is a partnership ministry located in the Dominican Republic focused on transforming a community through the power of Jesus Christ. The ministry is geographically headquartered in the small villages of Cielo and Nazaret, located on the western edge of Santo Domingo. At the Cielo campus, the mission houses a pre-school, a medical center with a pediatric clinic and dental office, water purification plant, community center, women’s cooperative workroom, an office building, screen-printing room, and multiple storage facilities.
Mission Emanuel hosts short-term missions teams from all over the US throughout the year. While the teams work on various construction projects, the main focus is on building relationships. Teams are encouraged to spend time in the community meeting people and gaining a new perspective on God, another culture, and the developing world.
Visit their website to learn more: CLICK HERE
Mission Emanuel hosts short-term missions teams from all over the US throughout the year. While the teams work on various construction projects, the main focus is on building relationships. Teams are encouraged to spend time in the community meeting people and gaining a new perspective on God, another culture, and the developing world.
Visit their website to learn more: CLICK HERE
SERVE OPPORTUNITIES
Looking for ways to serve at church?
There are a wide variety of ways to get involved here at Sparta Church.
We would love for you to be a part of it!
Fill out the form below and select all areas you would be interested in serving in.
A pastor or staff member will connect with you shortly.
Click Here To Get Involved
There are a wide variety of ways to get involved here at Sparta Church.
We would love for you to be a part of it!
Fill out the form below and select all areas you would be interested in serving in.
A pastor or staff member will connect with you shortly.
Click Here To Get Involved
Today's Choice Women's Center is getting ready for their annual Walk for Life, and we'd love for you to be part of it!
By becoming a Fundraising Walker, you'll help provide no-cost life-affirming medical services,
compassionate care, practical support, and the hope of Christ to women facing unexpected pregnancies in Sussex County.
Whether you walk by yourself, with your family, your small group, or your friends, this event is for everyone—from toddlers to grandparents!
DATE: Saturday, October 10, 2026
TIME: Check-In: 8:30 AM | Walk Begins: 9:30 AM
WHERE: Sussex County Fairgrounds
Click Here to learn everything you need to know and get started.
By becoming a Fundraising Walker, you'll help provide no-cost life-affirming medical services,
compassionate care, practical support, and the hope of Christ to women facing unexpected pregnancies in Sussex County.
Whether you walk by yourself, with your family, your small group, or your friends, this event is for everyone—from toddlers to grandparents!
DATE: Saturday, October 10, 2026
TIME: Check-In: 8:30 AM | Walk Begins: 9:30 AM
WHERE: Sussex County Fairgrounds
Click Here to learn everything you need to know and get started.
Thank you for your generous giving and supporting the work of the Gospel at Sparta Church! Currently, our giving is $88,229.00 below expenses. Please consider how you can support the ministry of Sparta Church.