TUESDAY, MAY 27, 2025

One service at 9:30 a.m. starting this Sunday!

Sunday School

A Summer Sunday School class for adults will begin this Sunday, June 1, at 8:30 a.m., before the 9:30 a.m. worship service and will meet in the Phifer Library. The class will center on the book Elusive Grace: Loving Your Enemies While Striving for God's Justice by Scott Black Johnston. From his pulpit in midtown Manhattan, Johnston has a unique perspective on the ideological discord tearing at the nation’s fabric. He raises a moral voice that beckons us to become better neighbors, better citizens, better human beings. He calls for the church to model robust advocacy for justice, without denying the full humanity of those on the other side of the argument.

Children's Activities During Worship

During the 9:30 service on Sundays June 1-22, children first grade and under will meet for "Summer Bible Adventures" in Frampton Fellowship Hall.

SCAPC 101

Our next SCAPC 101 will be held this Sunday, June 1, at 10:30 a.m. (following 9:30 worship) in the Phifer Library. This class is designed as an orientation for new members and visitors interested in joining our church--or anyone wishing to learn more about SCAPC! We will talk about our basic beliefs as Presbyterians, the history of SCAPC, and how you can get involved in its ministries. Learn more in the meantime by visiting our membership page.

The Celtic Cross

During her sermon on Sunday, Sarah Chancellor-Watson described the symbolism of the Celtic Cross "...whose unique design dates back centuries to the Irish and Scottish Christians who created these often HUGE stone crosses set in the countryside as symbols of their faith and emblems of their devotion. In addition to the size of many of these crosses, what makes them stand out is their unique design which features a circle around the intersection of the two lines of the cross. Many Celtic crosses also feature intricate knot designs that are so indicative of that Celtic aesthetic. 

These crosses have come to mean many things over the centuries, from Christ’s halo, to knowledge, strength, and compassion, but the meaning that [my friend and mentor] Cathy shared on my ordination day was that 'these crosses express the belief that Christ and creation are interwoven. Christ, represented by the cross, and creation, the world, represented by the orb and at the heart of the cross, and the center of the orb, they are one. They share the same center. They emerge from the same point – out of the heart of God’s Own Being.*'"

*Cathy Hamrick, “Equipped for the Task; Sarah Chancellor-Watson Ordination” Sermon, July 10, 2016

Celtic Crosses stand on the communion tables of both our sanctuary and chapel.

Nursery School Two-Year Old Spots Available

SCAPC Nursery School has two-year-old spots available for children turning two before December 31, 2025 for the 2025-2026 school year. If you are interested, please go to scapcns.org to download an application. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Director Keflyn Fransen at scapcns@gmail.com. 

New Member

Please join us in welcoming John Johnson "JJ" who became a SCAPC member last Sunday!

Liberty's Kitchen's "Grand Finale" Event

Liberty's Kitchen, one of our 20 community ministry partners, is hosting a Grand Finale event on Tuesday, June 17 at 6 p.m. at The Cannery. This will be a heartfelt celebration of Liberty's Kitchen's legacy--rewarding a final cohort of trainees and staff during a time of transition and honoring the impact they have made. Visit libertyskitchen.org for tickets. Liberty's Kitchen provides New Orleans youth with the skillset to achieve their vision of success through professional and personalized training.

YAF Rock 'N' Bowl Event

Young Adults & Familes (YAF) will gather for a night at Rock ‘N’ Bowl on Thursday, June 19 from 6:30-9:00 p.m. This is an adults-only event. The cost is $10/person which includes shoe rental, bowling, drinks, and food. Please reserve your spot(s) by June 12 on the SCAPC app or at scapc.org/rock-n-bowl.

PW Food Aid for Cuba

Recently, SCAPC Presbyterian Women donated the funds for a Supermarket 23 food order for the members of our sister churh, El Fuerte Presbyterian, in Cardenas, Cuba. Pictured here is one happy recipient!

The Latest from the Aden Program

Last week our Aden Program for Elder Care participants helped pack 65 paper snack bags and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for the Program of Hope Homeless Ministry.

Broadway Night

Our Wednesday Night Out series came to a close with its ever-popular "Broadway Night" featuring the Chancel Choir and soloists. A crowd of over 120 assembled for the performance. Julianne Lansing was serenaded by Steven Blackmon for her "swan song", celebrating 58 years of singing with the Chancel Choir!