Jay Gould Memorial Reformed Church is a lovely stop for a visit if you’re planning to be in Update New York. Built in 1894, the church has served as a space for members in Roxbury, NY, and surrounding communities to congregate and celebrate. The congregation happily welcomes visitors and tourists to join their weekly Sunday morning service too.

The church is conveniently located on Roxbury’s Main Street. It’s about a three-hour ride north to reach Jay Gould Memorial Reformed Church from New York City. The town is also an hour and a half northwest of Albany, New York.

Jay Gould Memorial Reformed Church is a staple in Roxbury's community.
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The small congregation of about 50 members convenes each Sunday at 9:30 am. Services are open to all.
Everyone is welcome!
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Worshippers come from near and far to attend services led by Reverend Richard Dykstra.
Take time to appreciate the detailed architecture when you visit the church.
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In addition to an engaged staff, the church runs a youth ministry for teens and a children's ministry for younger children.
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There's also a women's ministry that's responsible for leading church fundraisers and other community engagement events.
As an active member of the community, the church also collaborates and promotes charitable events.
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In addition to yard sales, the church supports the local food bank and other community needs.
In 2020, many of the services have been recorded and can also be found on the church's website.
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Guests are always welcome to walk around and enjoy the grounds.

The scenic ride along Highway 30 is another perk to heading to Jay Gould Memorial Reformed Church. Visit here to check out their recorded services and learn more about the events hosted by the church.

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