Gather:  Meetups

Life is better when it’s shared. Meet-ups are simple, welcoming spaces where people can gather around a shared interest, activity, conversation, or experience and build meaningful connection along the way. Some meet-ups happen once, others become a rhythm, but each one creates room for community to grow naturally.

At Stonecrest, meet-ups are part of our “Gather” culture. They’re designed to be low-pressure, life-giving environments where you can meet new people, deepen friendships, and take a step toward belonging. Sometimes connection happens around a dinner table. Sometimes it happens over coffee, hiking trails, pickleball courts, parenting conversations, or late-night tacos 🌮✨

You don’t need to have it all together to show up. Meet-ups are for everyone, whether you’ve been at Stonecrest for years or you’re just beginning to explore community here.

And the best part? Meet-ups don’t only come from leadership. Some of the best gatherings start with a simple idea and a willing host. If there’s something you love doing that could bring people together, we’d love to help you create space for it.

Upcoming Summer 2026 Meet-ups | Fill out the form with your ideas!

Women's Coffee Meet-ups

Join this monthly coffee meet-up for women that typically meets every 3rd Saturday of the month.   They meet at various coffeeshops around the area.  A text goes out the day before they meet to give a time and location.  

Women's Crafty Corner Meetup

Whether you're an experienced maker or just looking for a creative outlet, Women's Crafty Corner is a time of community and conversation while we work on something crafty.  This is a relaxed, welcoming space where women (18 and up) can slow down, encourage one another, and enjoy being together.
Next Meetings:  Sept. 11 & Oct. 23, 7:00-9:00pm

Family Hike Meetup - August 15

Saturday, August 15, 3:30pm at Hacklebarney State Park, (Hacklebarney State Park, 119 Hacklebarney Rd, Long Valley, NJ 07853).
All are invited for a morning of fresh air, fellowship, and fun on the trails as we enjoy God's creation together.  RSVP to let us know you are coming.  We will leave for the trails promptly at 3:40pm.  More info on the RSVP page.

Men's BBQ Meetup - August 22

Saturday, August 22, 2:00pm to 6:00pm
Men, you are invited to a Men’s ministry BBQ outside hosted at Pastor Doug’s house (Basking Ridge). Bring a side and smoked/BBQ meats will be provided. Time for connection, fun and some lawn games. Please RSVP below and tell us how many people will be coming with you!
If you are able to volunteer that day, we also need help with set-up, food prep, clean-up.

Churches of Welcome Luncheon - August 23

On Sunday, August 23, our special guest, Matt Peace, Church Partnerships Manager with World Relief, will join Pastor Doug during the worship service to teach on the Parable of the Good Samaritan. Then, over lunch after the 2nd service, we'll continue the conversation by exploring practical ways we can become a Church of Welcome and live out biblical hospitality together. Whether you're simply curious, want to learn more, or are wondering how you can be part of what God is doing, we'd love for you to pull up a chair and join the conversation.  RSVP by clicking the button below.