Connecticut Farms Presbyterian Church, Presbyterian church in Union, New Jersey
Connecticut Farms Presbyterian Church is a red brick building standing at the corner of Stuyvesant and Chestnut avenues with colonial architecture and white trim details. The property includes a cemetery on the grounds and provides parking for visitors.
The building was destroyed in 1780 during the Revolutionary War, but the congregation rebuilt it in 1782 using local materials and community support. This reconstruction shows the community's resilience after wartime destruction.
The congregation has hosted worship services continuously for over three centuries, with the building serving as a gathering place where neighborhood families return generation after generation. The red brick structure reflects the Presbyterian values of its founders and remains a spiritual center where people mark important life moments together.
The building sits near U.S. Route 22, making it easy to reach by car with ample parking available on the property. The church holds services throughout the week and welcomes visitors, with the congregation available to answer questions.
Hannah Caldwell, wife of a Continental Army chaplain, was killed in 1780 at the parsonage during an attack on the community, a reminder of the dangers of war for civilians. This tragic story remains closely tied to the building and congregation's history.
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