TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2026

Home Communion

Communion will take place at both morning services this Sunday, April 12. On Sunday through Wednesday, April 15, our pastors will bring home communion to those who are unable to attend worship. If you or someone you know would like home communion, please notify our parish associate, Miriam Hollar, at miriam@scapc.org.

Centennial Organ Dedication

Celebrate the dedication of our majestic new organ, designed to be one of the finest pipe organs in the New Orleans Metropolitan area! The organ is intended to play a significant role in the leading of divine worship; to provide recital and concert opportunities; and to foster, inspire, and nurture a new generation of dedicated church musicians as it serves to support the musical life of our city and region, particularly with regard to sacred music. We have a weekend of festivities planned!

Friday, April 17

7:30 p.m. - Recital by organist Ken Cowan,

Organ Chair at Rice University

Sunday, April 19

10:30 a.m. - Organ Dedication During Worship

with Chancel Choir

Sunday, April 19

3 p.m. - Recital by organist Ken Cowan

Celebratory Reception to follow!

YAF Crawfish Boil

Join the Young Adults & Families (YAF) on the Land Building lawn from 12 to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 18 for our annual Crawfish Boil! Will Tietje will be preparing crawfish from the Tietje family crawfish farm in Southwest Louisiana. Come join in the fun for the whole family! Please RSVP ahead of time on the SCAPC app or the YAF webpage, so we have an accurate headcount of how much food to prepare. Questions? Email caitlin@scapc.org.

Presbyterian Women's PSL Spring Gathering

SCAPC PW is partnering with John Calvin Presbyterian’s PW to host the upcoming Presbytery of South Louisiana's PW Spring Gathering on the morning of Saturday, April 18. The gathering will be held at John Calvin Presbyterian, 4201 Transcontinental Drive in Metairie. SCAPC PW will provide food prepared by our own Chef Matt McCann, and our volunteers will assist with set-up, staffing, and lunch. Contact April Weiser at april@scapc.org to volunteer your assistance. You can download the registration flyer at this link. If you wish, you can contact Pat Wright at li-mu@att.net or 225-276-2092 to register your spot and pay at the door. The deadline to register is Friday, April 10. 

PW Collecting Toiletries for Raintree

During the month of April, Presbyterian Women are collecting items such as regular-size toiletries, towels, wash cloths, soap, lotion and toothbrushes/toothpaste for Raintree Children and Family Services. Please bring donations to the basket by the Chapel entrance.

Sunday Morning Refreshments Needed

Do you enjoy snacks after worship? Are your kids the first ones out to grab a treat? Do you have a famous cookie recipe? Consider signing up to bring snacks for Sunday fellowship time! Treats can be homemade or store-bought and are reimbursable up to $50. Sign up at scapc.org/volunteer. We have open slots beginning April 26. Questions? Contact Congregational Life Committee Chair, Stacey Danner, at staceynorrisdanner@gmail.com.

Yak, Snack & Read

The 40/50's Yak, Snack, & Read book club meets next on Tuesday, April 21 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the Land Building. Join your fellow book lovers for snacks and discussion! Our book is The Expected One by Kathleen McGowan. Prior reading is not required! Visit our 40/50's webpage for more upcoming events.

Sunday School Adult Classes

Recordings: scapc.org/sunday-school

New! HIDDEN VOICES: THE LESSER KNOWN WOMEN OF THE BIBLE

April 12-26 | Second floor conference room | Led by Ashley Brown

Many of the women in scripture appear only for a moment, sometimes unnamed, sometimes easily overlooked, yet their stories hold profound wisdom about courage, suffering, faith, and God’s surprising work in the world. In this class we slow down and listen carefully to these hidden voices. Through study and discussion, we explore how these women shaped the biblical story and what their experiences reveal about the lives of all people who seek to follow God faithfully today.

THE GOSPEL OF LUKE

February 22-May 17 | Phifer Library

Topic for April 12: "The Good Samaritan: A Way of Life" led by Richard Ashmore

Good Friday Walking Pilgrimage

Last week, Miriam Hollar led a Good Friday Walking Pilgrimage to visit nine churches from the Lower Garden District to Audubon Park. While there, the group walked the Audubon Park Labyrinth together. In the wake of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, this labyrinth was laid as a meditative journey meant to symbolize and facilitate healing for the people of New Orleans. The pilgrimage culminated in the columbarium at SCAPC, leading into the Good Friday worship service. Pictured below from left are Caitlin Wallace-Rowland, Keith Brown, Ashley Brown, John Koch, Cary Phelps, Chris Currie, Michele Murphy, John and Patti Dunlap, Miriam Hollar, and Thomas Schulingkamp.

Easter Cross

The Easter cross at the front of the Sanctuary on Sunday was beautifully decorated by Elizabeth Favret, Michele Murphy, and Saskia Ozols.

Bloomfield Flower Memorial

The elegant flowers in the Sanctuary urns on Easter Sunday are donated every year from the estate of Mr. and Mrs. William Bloomfield. In 1930, Mrs. Bloomfield, with a single gift, fully funded the construction of our sanctuary. Members of the Flower Ministry Committee distributed some blossoms to friends in the congregation needing a special lift, and Mayson Buffington, chair of the Worship and Music Committee, adorned the Bloomfield tomb with the remaining flowers.

The Latest at Aden

Last week, members of the SCAPC Nursery School visited the Aden Program for Elder Care and enjoyed some Easter craft projects together!

YAF in Crescent City Classic

Cal and Theo Carlisle along with Laurel, Lilla, and Caitlin Wallace-Rowland cheered on the SCAPC YAF Crescent City Classic runners on Saturday, including Christina, Matthew, Liam, and Adele Carlisle, Will Tietje, Bria and Ethan Rault, Matt McCann, Stafford Primeaux, Catherine Rigby, and Grace Fleshman!