OUR HISTORY
A long story. Still being written.
Since 1740, faith and community have shaped this corner of Bedminster. We learn from the past as we work toward God’s future.
GENERATIONS OF FAITH
Roots that run deep.
- 1740
A congregation begins
A Presbyterian congregation takes root at the crossroads of Lamington and Black River Roads. The oldest recorded burial in the historic cemetery also dates to this year.
- 1826
A sanctuary for the community
The sanctuary that remains central to Lamington’s identity is built.
- 1854
A steeple on the skyline
The steeple is added, becoming a familiar landmark in Bedminster.
- 1885
A move to higher ground
The church is moved across the street to higher ground.
- 1889
Music for generations
The Hook and Hastings organ arrives. Its music continues to be part of worship today.
- 1918
A schoolhouse takes shape
The schoolhouse is built. It becomes a church school in 1963 and is later renovated for community use.
PLACES OF REMEMBRANCE
Remembering the whole story.
The Lamington Road cemetery holds the stories of former pastors, Revolutionary soldiers, and veterans of 19th-century wars. The newer cemetery section and Memorial Garden remain places of remembrance.
The cemetery on Cowperthwaite Road dates to the 19th century and includes enslaved and free Black members of the congregation. Their lives are part of Lamington’s history.
We are grateful to the Morristown Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution for helping restore historic gravestones.
THERE’S A PLACE FOR YOU HERE
Come as you are.
We’ll be glad you came.
Sunday mornings at 10:15.
355 Lamington Road, Bedminster.