Do you have a prayer request to share with our LAC community? Call our prayer line at (914) 834-1800, ext. 342.

Thank You to the LAC Congregation!

(A Note from Church & Community Committee)

The success of LAC's annual Christmas Basket Program, coordinated by the Church and Community Committee, was a heartwarming reflection of our congregation's commitment to serving others. Through the generous support of our community, we were able to provide Christmas gifts and essentials to 12 families and 34 individuals, within our congregation and referred to us by our mission partners at the Community Resource Center. Together, we raised over $3,400, with excess funds directed to support the upcoming LAC mission trip in February.

This incredible effort was made possible by everyone’s contributions, and we are deeply grateful for the kindness and generosity that brought joy to so many during the holiday season.

We extend special thanks to our faithful LAC Delivery Team—Ernest Wong, John Farris, Clark Morehouse, and John Irving—who ensured that every family received their gifts before Christmas. The families were overwhelmed with gratitude, expressing heartfelt thanks for the thoughtfulness and care shown to them.

One delivery highlighted the universal power of love and generosity when language barriers were overcome using Google Translate, as Clark Morehouse noted, “Where there’s a will, there’s a way.” In these moments, the spirit of LAC shone brightly, reminding us all of the true meaning of Christmas and the joy that comes from sharing God’s love with others.

January 19th is the ANNUAL CONGREGATION MEETING taking place during Worship (see below for more details)

Family community service is a wonderful way to start the new year. Mark your calendars for the first Midnight Run of 2025 -- January 25 at 4 PM in Russell Hall.

January 26 is Ordination Sunday, followed by a special Fundraising Coffee Hour for the 2025 Mission Trip (details can be found below).

During February Break, 15 of us, will once again be heading to the Dominican Republic for a Mission Trip with Bridges to Community. Fundraising for this effort is getting underway! We need your help and support for this worthy cause. Please read below for more information and to learn about the wonderful family who will be the recipient of this year's house construction.

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.

by God to serve as officers in the church receiving a special blessing for their work through prayer and the laying on of hands. Ruling elders, deacons, and ministers of the Word and Sacrament are eligible for ordination in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Installation, which will also occur next Sunday, marks the beginning of an elected role in the church. Elders and deacons who have previously been ordained to those positions will begin their time of service in this manner, as will newly-elected trustees.

Ordination and installation is a special moment in the lives of the candidates and the congregation. We hope that you will join us in worship on Sunday, January 26th to ask God's blessing upon them

and our ministries.

2025 Mission Trip

FUNDRAISING SUNDAY

JANUARY 26, 2025

The Mission Trip changes lives and not just those of the family for whom the house is built. Our volunteers widely agree that the trip is a life-changing experience.

We look forward to providing the same experience to our youth and adult volunteers this year. And, of course, the Rameriz family for whom this year's house will be built.

For certain, we can't do this trip without your help!

You can donate in several ways:



Click on the link below. Select "DR Mission Trip House Build"

from the pulldown menu

Send a check made payable to LAC. Note in the memo line:

"DR Mission Trip House Build"



Bring your checkbook on 1/26

Each donation will be memorialized on a "cardboard brick" that will live in our Forest Park foyer.

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

Spiritual Formation. Faith & Fellowship

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.

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!

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