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Sunday, March 16, 2025
10 A.M.
This Sunday Rev. Dr. Peter Bynum
will preach a sermon entitled
"I AM the Gate for the Sheep"
based on John 10: 1-10.
You can join us in person or via livestream
on Facebook, YouTube, or our Livestream page.
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In Our Prayers
We offer our condolences to the family of Alexander Forger, who died late last week. Alex, a longtime member of LAC, was 102 years old. May God surround his family with peace and comfort.
Prayers are requested for John Horn, a close friend of Rev. Bynum, who was recently diagnosed with esophageal cancer. We pray that his chemotherapy treatments will shrink the tumor, that surgery will be possible, and that he and his family will be buoyed and encouraged by the love and prayers that are being offered on their behalf.
Please also keep in your prayers Donna Runyan, a cousin of Diane Williams, who has battled multiple sclerosis for many years and is now in Hospice care.
Lori Godwin asks the congregation to pray for Harry, the son of her friend Jane, who is seriously ill with a number of challenges. She also asks for prayers for her sister-in-law, who recently lost her mother.
| | Do you have a prayer request to share with our LAC community? Call our prayer line at (914) 834-1800, ext. 342. | | Registration Deadline -- Wednesday, March 19th | |
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There is still a chance for you to join the seventeen (17) happy people who have already signed on for our pilgrimage to Scotland September 13th-23rd.
But time is running out!
Next Wednesday we will need to release the two extra rooms we have reserved at the hotel on the island of Iona. If you are at all interested, the time is now!
Click Here for more information on our itinerary and pricing.
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In addition to our normal Sunday services, please mark your calendars for these special Lenten/Easter observations:
Maundy Thursday Communion Service -- April 17th @ 7 PM
Good Friday Service -- April 18th @ 12 noon
Community Sunrise Easter Service in Manor Park -- April 20th @ 6:30 AM
Easter Services at LAC -- April 20th @ 9 AM and 11AM
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Please save the date: for the next installment of SEEKERS on APRIL 3rd at 7 PM (LAC's Russell Hall) with Andrea Markowitz, LCSW & Program Director at Cancer Support Community NY/CT (at Gilda's Place) for a discussion on "Caring for the Caregiver." More details will soon follow and be available shortly on www.lacny.org/seekers!
Last chance for sign-up for the Scotland Trip. Please find details and the registration link above or on our website at https://www.lacny.org/2025-pilgrimage-to-scotland/
It is hard to believe it is nearing time for the Annual LAC Rummage Sale! Save the date May 1-May 3 for the sale! Details regarding donations & volunteers can be found below.
And, following a successful Summer 2024 experience Compassion Camp is back this summer (8/18-8/22). Registration is now open for children ages 3 to rising 5th graders. The suggested donation is $75/child. See below for more!
There will be lots happening on April 5th at LAC, so mark your calendars (more details will follow)
- Midnight Run on April 5th at 4 PM (Russell Hall)
- Easter Egg Hunt @3:30 PM
- Native Planting & Pollinator Garden Congregation Planting Day (AM TBD)
All are invited to join us on 3/24 (@ LAC, Russell Hall at 6 PM) for a community conversation with our mission partner Community Resource Center related to the needs of our local immigrant community. Please find details below.
A volunteer Live Stream Operator is needed! Learn more below and contact Rev. Bynum if interested.
To stay CONNECTED throughout the year, be sure that you are signed up for both our Wednesday Message and Friday Church Notes (contact broodal@lacny.org to add your name or new information to the list). You can also follow us on social media (Facebook and Instagram). For LAC members, be sure to download the Realm app REALM CONNECT to add or update your information.
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COMPASSION CAMP SUMMER 2025 | | | |
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On Monday March 24 (Russell Hall) at 6 PM, we are honored to welcome Jirandy Martinez, Executive Director of the Community Resource Center.
Jirandy will lead a discussion and presentation to our LAC Church Officers and members regarding the potential crisis facing local immigrants in the face of new policies and ICE protocols.
She will address the unique needs of the community, particularly about sanctuary and legal immigration issues. In addition, she will discuss practical strategies for creating safer spaces and providing sanctuary, as well as how individuals and organizations can support immigrants through legal advocacy, resources, and policy reform.
All members and friends of LAC are invited to attend.
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Keep Us in Mind as you SPRING clean!
A successful rummage sale requires lots of merchandise. We’re looking for your help! Please set aside items suitable for the rummage sale. Items must be clean, in good condition, and working order.
Donation dates/times:
Saturday 4/26: 10-12
Sunday 4/27: 12-4
Monday 4/28: 10-4
Tuesday 4/29 9-12
A complete list of acceptable donations can be found on our website by clicking the link below!
If you have questions please contact lacoffice@lacny.org or have something to donate? Contact Rob Hitchings at hitchings@alumni.duke.edu. Rummage sale proceeds will be directed to the LAC Community Fund, the purpose of which is to lend support to LAC’s community outreach efforts in the form of grant awards to our local mission partners. A complete list can be found @ lacny.org/2024 Rummage Sale.
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED AND ARE THE ONES THAT MAKE THE SALE A SUCCESS. PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR A SHIFT.
The 2025 Rummage Sale runs from Thursday May 1st to Saturday May 3rd.
It is sure to be a thrifters' delight with a host of treasures and finds.
Spread the word. All are Welcome
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VOLUNTEER LIVESTREAM OPERATORS NEEDED!
Ever wonder how LAC's weekly worship livestream gets produced? Behind the scenes each week, Christina O'Neill is running this video control board, keeping our cameras fixed on the action.
If you have any interest in learning how to operate this technology and serving as a backup operator, we would love to train you. The equipment is user-friendly, and your contribution would be a great help to our worship ministry.
Email Rev. Bynum at pbynum@lacny.org if you are interested!
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MUSIC IN WORSHIP
Music penetrates the deepest parts of our soul, giving voice to our expression and response to God and the church. We are proud to praise God through diverse musical offerings each week, at our Sunday Worship Service and the Community Music to which we open our doors.
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During Lent, the music will follow the theme “I AM”. Each week will feature a selection of music related to the scriptures of the day.
March 16:
Loving Shepherd of Thy Sheep
March 23:
I Am the Vine
March 30:
I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life
April 6:
I Am the Bread of Life
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LENT MUSIC IN WORSHIP
The Larchmont Symphonia will join us on March 30th.
On Good Friday, the Choir will present a sung version of the Passion by Randall DeBruyn.
On Easter Sunday, the Choir is joined by our Brass Quintet for music by Craig Phillips and Shawn Kirchner.
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Seasonal Choir
As we did for Advent, we will have a seasonal run for those interested in singing with the choir for part of Lent and Holy Week. We will begin working on that music next Wednesday, March 19. Join us in Russell Hall at 7:30 pm.
If you have any questions, please contact dkostner@lacny.org.
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Liturgists
Volunteer to be a reader in a worship service. The text for the Prayer for Illumination and the scripture reading is provided to you in advance.
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LAC Food Connection
Could you prepare a meal or snack for a member of our congregation in need? The LAC Food Connection, under the auspices of the Deacons, provides occasional meals for our members who might have surgery or something that prevents them from cooking themselves. Please contact lacoffice@lacny.org to offer your help. We will add you to our list of volunteers.
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS:
April 5th
We are honored to participate in the efforts of the Midnight Run and look forward to having you and your families join us to help make lunches, pack personal care bags, and sort through essential clothing for distribution to NYC's homeless men and women.
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Your Gifts are Vitally Important
Your generosity makes ministry possible.
As you give thanks for the blessings in your life, we hope LAC is on your list!
Please Click Here to Submit Your Gift
| | | | Did you know that Realm has options for scheduling recurring payments? This is a great way for folks to stay up-to-date on pledged giving while traveling, and helps LAC to continue ministering to our community year-round! Click the GIVE link above, and select the tab to "GIVE MORE THAN ONCE." Here, you will find options to adjust the amount given and set the frequency of gifts. Please contact our bookkeeper, Gloria Haq, at (914)834-1800, ext. 310, with any questions! | | | |
Sponsoring Flowers!
If you are interested in sponsoring flowers in honor or memory of a loved one, you may sign up by clicking the link below or by contacting LACoffice@lacny.org.
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SUNDAY, MARCH 16
10:00 am Worship (Sanctuary/Online)
10:20 am Sunday School
11:15 am Coffee Hour (Russell Hall)
11:15 am Confirmation Class (Carhart)
MONDAY, MARCH 17
6:00 pm Larch.-Mamaron. Youth Orch. (Room 202, Carhart, Chapel)
7:00 pm Trustees meeting (Lindsley)
TUESDAY, MARCH 18
6:45 pm Al Anon (Library)
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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19
11:00 am Staff Meeting (Lindsley)
7:30 pm Chancel Choir (Russell Hall)
THURSDAY, MARCH 20
4:00 pm Westchester Children’s Chorus (Sanctuary, Carhart, Chapel, Room 202, Youth Room)
7:15pm AA (Carhart)
FRIDAY, MARCH 21
9:00 am Preschool Teachers Training (Russell Hall)
11:00 am The Woman’s Club of Larchmont (Carhart)
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