Welcome to Open Door

There’s a placefor you atOpen Door.

Come as you are—with your story, your questions, and your hope. Open Door is a warm, growing community where meaningful relationships take root and faith becomes part of everyday life.

A welcoming group of adults enjoying warm conversation together in a contemporary community space
A place to belongWarm people. Open hearts. Room to grow.

You are personally invited

Gather with us this Sunday.

Every Sunday3:00 PM
In MontclairCall or email for location
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Welcome to Open Door

Come and sit with us.

A warm fellowship. An open Bible. Room to become who God is calling you to be.

Our mission is to help people live the abundant life Jesus offers by growing in faith, connecting in community, discovering purpose, and serving others.

You do not have to arrive with every answer. Bring your Bible, bring your questions, and bring a friend. We would love to welcome you into a community centered in Jesus Christ.

Jesus welcoming children to the Open Door Children’s Ministry

Open Door Children’s Ministry

There is a place for every child at the Open Door.

Children are invited into a joyful, Christ-centered space created especially for them. Through Bible stories, movement, creative activities, and age-appropriate lessons, children can discover that Jesus loves them and that they belong.

Sundays3:00 PMMontclair, New Jersey
I’m Interested
Friends cheering and enjoying a lively Bible trivia game together

Fourth Sunday at Open Door

Bible
Jeopardy

Play. Learn. Laugh. Fellowship.

Gather your team, test your Bible knowledge, and enjoy an afternoon of friendly competition and plenty of fun. Bring a friend and come ready to play!

SundaySeptember 273:00 PM
I’m Interested Text us for the Montclair meeting address and details.
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What you’ll find

Faith that is taught.
Community that is lived.

Everything we do is shaped by Scripture, prayer, fellowship, discipleship, and service.

Pastor J-Anthony Dargan leading a predominantly African American, intergenerational Bible study from a sofa
Faith in the roomThe Word opened. Life shared.
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An open Bible with rays of light

Study the Word

Clear, sound biblical teaching that helps us understand Scripture and live it with faithfulness.

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Hands clasped in prayer

Grow in Prayer

A prayerful fellowship that seeks God together and offers encouragement through every season.

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People being welcomed through an open doorway

Connect in Community

Meaningful relationships, honest conversation, and a welcoming place where people can belong.

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Open hands offering a gift in service

Discover Purpose

Opportunities to recognize your gifts, serve others, and take your place in God’s work.

Hands strengthening an ancient stone wall at sunrise

Fall 2026 Bible Study - Sunday, September 13

Rise Up
and Build

A journey through Nehemiah about rebuilding after difficult seasons, overcoming opposition and discouragement, recognizing your place in God’s work, and moving forward together.

  • Find encouragement for the journey ahead.
  • Move forward with faith and purpose.
  • You have a place in the work—come build with us.
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Meet our pastor

Pastor J-Anthony Dargan and Lady Madelin L. Dargan
A shared life of faith and commitmentPastor J-Anthony Dargan& Lady Madelin L. Dargan

Experienced leadership. A servant’s heart.

Meet Pastor
J-Anthony Dargan.

Pastor J-Anthony Dargan is the President and Servant Leader of Open Door. With more than 35 years in preaching ministry and 21 years of pastoral leadership, he brings seasoned biblical teaching, steady leadership, and a deep commitment to helping people live the abundant life Jesus offers.

His ministry is marked by faith, compassion, practical teaching, and a genuine heart for people. Pastor Dargan and his wife, Lady Madelin L. Dargan, are approaching 40 years of marriage and are the proud parents of two adult children. Their shared life reflects a foundation of faith, commitment, and stability.

He believes ministry is ultimately about serving God faithfully and helping people move forward with hope, strength, and purpose.

35+Years in preaching ministry
21Years in pastoral leadership
Nearly 40Years of marriage

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