Who We Are

The Reformed Church in America

The Peapack Reformed Church is a member congregation of the Reformed Church in America (RCA), the oldest active Protestant denomination in the United States, known originally as the Dutch Reformed Church. The terms “Reformed” and “Protestant” come from 16th century Europe, when reforms were being pressed upon the then dominant Roman Catholic Church. Under the leadership of such men as Martin Luther and John Calvin, these protesters, or “Protestants”, organized into various denominations just as boundaries of European nations began to be drawn.
***For more information about the RCA, please visit the denomination’s website:*** **www.rca.org**

History and Governance

Peapack Reformed Church was organized as a congregation on October 31, 1848, a daughter of the Bedminster Reformed Church. The present sanctuary dates back to 1874, replacing the original sanctuary that was destroyed by fire. A major addition was built in 1915 (now the Fellowship Hall) and an education/office wing in 1985. A major restoration of the sanctuary was completed in 1998 as part of the church’s 150th anniversary celebration.
The administration of a Reformed church organized along Presbyterian lines, that is, it is not a hierarchy. The governing body, the Consistory, is made up of the pastor, who serves as president, and elders and deacons elected by the congregation. The three offices share authority and responsibilities equally.
Peapack Reformed is a member of the Class of Delaware-Raritan, the regional body of RCA churches in the western New Jersey/Bucks County, Pennsylvania area, and of the Synod of the Mid-Atlantics.

Meet Our Staff

Rev. Jeremy Campbell

Temporary Pastor
Krista Larsen

Executive Director
“Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.”
Krista has been on the Peapack Reformed staff since 2009. With a diverse work background in design and unique creative skillset she brings new and fresh ideas to the table in the blink of an eye that have brought the workplace even closer to its fullest potential. In addition, Krista brings empathy, compassion and enthusiasm to her job daily.
As graduate of Berkeley, Krista is also a professional interior designer with a home-based business. In her down time, you can find Krista drawing, reading, baking, and creating.
Larry J Carey

Music Director
Larry has been involved in church music for several decades and has served churches in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, and Kansas. He has a graduate of McPherson College in Kansas and completed graduate studies at Ithaca College in New York. In addition to music making, Larry enjoys working in his flower garden. He is the father of three sons, Stephen, Marcus and Michael.
Robert Raniero

Building Manager
Manager of Buildings and Grounds here at our beloved Peapack Reformed Church. Robert graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in Elizabeth NJ, Class of 1973, soon after enlisted in the US Navy. Upon completion of his basic training, was accepted at Submarine school in New London, Connecticut. Returning home after fulfilling a four-year enlistment.
Robert worked as a Construction Supervisor at Elizabethtown Water Company for 35 years of service. In 2011, he took a position at the Lyons, VA, assisting homeless Veterans as they transitioned back into permanent housing, retiring from the VA in December of 2022. Robert has served on Consistory as an Elder and on the Buildings and Grounds committee. It is his pleasure to be of service to you and Peapack Reformed Church.
Eva Scartozzi

Volunteer Food Pantry Director
As the Assistant Director of Roxbury Social Services since 2017, Eva is very familiar with food insecurity and how to provide support to those in need. In June of 2021, she began running the PG Food Pantry using her organizational skills and local area resources to further the overall operations of the pantry. She coordinates volunteers and oversees receiving donations to ensure that clients obtain food and provisions on a weekly basis. Eva feels blessed to have found that helping others is her passion.