December 16, 2025
Dear friends,
Princeton Anglican Church of Saint Andrew was founded just over a year ago with a mission to labor as part of the visible Church of Christ, preach the pure Word of God and the unadulterated gospel, and to administer the sacraments according to Christ’s commands.
“But when the goodness and loving kindness of God our Savior appeared, He saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy.” Titus 3:4-5
One year in, to God be the glory, this outpost of the Church has been planted and is starting to take root. Princeton Anglican has been an answer to the prayers of those who have been praying for a church like this for several years. We are very grateful for how the Lord called Clifford Swartz and his family to this new work as our leader. He continually demonstrates himself to be a humble, wise, and winsome shepherd who is passionate about our triune God, the gospel, evangelization, and discipleship.
This Advent, as we celebrate with anticipation the coming of Jesus, we are overjoyed to share news of a profound provision for our church family. We have found an amazing new home. We just signed a two-year agreement for a new worship space that is better in every way. Located strategically very near Princeton University, the new sanctuary (pictured) features a vaulted ceiling, beautiful stained glass windows, a majestic pipe organ, and pews that befit our heritage. Critically, it provides the room we need to grow, solving the overcrowding we have recently faced on Sundays. It also includes classrooms, a fellowship area, and a comfortable area for families with smaller children who want to fully participate in worship. Another great blessing of this new space is the cost, which is less than what we currently pay.
This is God’s provision in action. By reducing facility fees, we can reallocate those funds from "rent" to "ministry." In early December, our Trustees approved a 2026 budget that invests in people and ministry.
Investing in Leadership: We are using the savings from the building to take steps toward a more sustainable support package for our minister. This package will include for the first time modest retirement contributions and disability insurance, along with continued health insurance. This is a vital move toward caring for the family that cares for us and moves them much closer to market compensation.
Investing in Growth: The new location puts us on a high-traffic corner, visible to students and residents alike. We plan to support this opportunity with increased funding for programming (printing, music, hospitality, small groups, and outreach).
Building a Reserve: We are establishing an operating reserve to help manage the ebbs and flows of giving.
The year-end challenge: we hope to raise $100,000 by December 31st. This would allow us to close out 2025 without any liabilities and to start worshipping in this new space with a prudent reserve, so that we can focus on ministry from day one of the new year.
How You Can Help?
One-Time Gift: A year-end gift helps us bridge the gap in 2025 and start 2026 stronger.
Stock or Asset Giving: Giving stock directly can offer tax advantages. If you would like to make a gift of stocks or assets, or, from a foundation or donor advised fund, we can facilitate that through our diocesan 501(c)(3) foundation for mission, designated for Princeton Anglican Church. See here for further information or contact me (daniel@princetonanglican.org).
Set up Recurring Giving: Setting up automated monthly giving helps us plan.
You can give online here or mail a check to Princeton Anglican Church, 174 Nassau Street #109, Princeton, NJ 08542.
Thank you for co-laboring with us as we seek to build this outpost of His church. We can’t wait to welcome you into our new home.
With gratitude and joy, on behalf of our trustees,
Daniel Brox
