Proving Ground Church

About this church

Proving Ground Church in Lakehurst, New Jersey, meets for worship on Sunday mornings at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. at 1 Proving Ground Road, and each service can also be watched live online. A service runs about an hour. The band opens with energetic music, with lyrics on the big screen so visitors can sing along, and the pastor then gives a message about Jesus. The church describes itself as a non-denominational Christian church affiliated with Converge, a church-planting organization, and its stated mission centers on meeting people where they are, described as refreshing, relational, and relevant.

Children from birth through fifth grade have Sunday programming, with check-in at the PGC Kids table and an online pre-registration form to speed up a first visit. Classes are grouped by age, including a baby and toddler area and separate groups for kindergarten through second grade and third through fifth grade. Students ages 11 to 17 can join youth meetups and classes during the Sunday service, and sixth through ninth graders have a weekly Wednesday evening youth night, so confirm the current schedule on the website. Other offerings include men's and women's groups, GriefShare, baptism, and child dedication. The church office is open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 11, 2026. Sources: Sunday times, location, and what to expect · Children's ministry details · Youth ministry details · Address and office hours

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