CONGREGATIONAL UPDATES & MERGER NEWS

St. John's Church

The elders and deacons of our transitional governing body have agreed to welcome St. John's Romanian church to share our facilities beginning in the next few weeks.  St. John's church was previously housed in the former URCC and had a good relationship with them.  Our arrangement will be similar to URCC's.  Naturally, we can expect a time of adjustment but then we've proven we're masters at that.  Our first contract will be for one year.  Let us welcome them with open arms.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Classis Service

On Saturday, April 26th at 1pm we will have our ribbon cutting ceremony marking the public launch of Sycamore Community Church with a light repast after.

On Sunday, April 27th, NO 10am service. We will be having an afternoon celebratory service run by the Classis. Time of the service is 4pm with a meal after.

Photo Directory Plans Underway!!

Governing Body member Sharon H is spearheading a new church Photo Directory that will morph into a print version and website directory through a congregation portal. Why? So we can get to know each other better, stay connected and continue to support each other.

What we need from you: #1. Have your picture taken by John #2. Fill out an online form with Andrew via a laptop/iPad.

• Picture Dates: Sundays, April 13 & June 1 after worship in the Community Hall

• What to Expect: Professional headshots. We would like pictures of ALL congregation members including in-person and online worshippers (we can come to you), Pastor, secretary, sexton, choir members, pianist

Sunday Morning Reader

Contact Deacon Lisette if you'd like to be a reader. (e) l.r.palella@gmail.com

How to Host Fellowship

Sign up on the sheet on the narthex table at the back of church.  You can speak with Elder Liz of Hospitality for a brief orientation. Thank you for signing up!

The Thrift Shop

Donations to the Thrift Shop are ideally made directly to the shop.  Simply label your donation with #22 and bring it to the Shop in Midland Park at 85 Godwin Ave., starting Mondays between 9AM-12:00PM or until at capacity. Call first!  (201) 652-7661.

Flower Sponsorship and EASTER

If you would like to sponsor Sunday morning flowers in honor or in memory of someone, contact Olga at coughlino@aol.com.  The cost is $40.

2025 Sundays reserved are May 4, May 11, May 18, June 15, Sept 7.

DONATIONS

CHECKS - Yes!  You can now make your checks of support to "Sycamore Community Church".  If you have a check still made out to Ho-Ho-Kus, not to worry, we can deal with it.  Just note that from now on, you can make your checks out to Sycamore Community Church.     

Online Transfers are still available thru Venmo and Zelle to The Community Church of Ho-Ho-Kus

SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES & WORTHY CAUSES, AMAZING PEOPLE & PRAYERS

Appreciation Notes

We recently received thank you notes in appreciation of our generosity from The Center for Food Action and ONOMA Community Outreach. Let’s keep up the good work for others through Christ Jesus.

A Bequest

It's with heartfelt appreciation that we will be one of the recipients of a bequest from the estate of Melville Van Horn.  The Van Horns were part of the Ho-Ho-Kus legacy of Sycamore.  Their patriarch kindly remembered us in his will.  His is an example of one important way of supporting the life and ministry of the church.  

Special Easter Offering

This year we will have an Easter Offerings and the proceeds will support a local charity, “Onomo”. This charity helps homeless Paterson weekly. Please look out for a letter in the mail about this offering. Ways to donate; check, online transfers designated as “Special Easter Offering” or “Onomo”.

Holland Christian Home

The Holland Home is now part of Christian Health and is now called Windmere.  Here is the link to the website:  Windmere NJ

Habitat for Humanity Opportunities

Contact: Sasha Lowery, Community Manager      Email: sasha@habitatpc.org or 908-339-7074  

The Center for Food Action 

Below is a list of much needed items.   

Supermarket Gift Cards, Personal Items, Detergents, Canned Meat and Fish, Canned Pastas, Stews, Chilis and Hearty Soups, Canned Tomatoes and Vegetables, Pasta, White and Brown Rice, Dried Beans, Low Sugar Cereal, Coffee, Cake Mix, Nuts, Canned Fruit, Instant Mashed Potato Mix

Prayer List 

Lisa W. - passing of her mother in California

Margaret C. - fractured bones in ankle

Peter C. - dementia

Melissa L. - breast cancer

Christopher W. - heart attack

Erin - undisclosed

Spencer M. - grandson of Keith and Pat C.

Sheldon M. - undergoing medical tests

Dillon - severe back/spine issues

Ron - friend of the congregation; suffering from a serious disc issue in his neck

Liz M. - recovering from knee replacement surgery

Jason L. – Heart condition

Rev. Eddy – General Secretary of the RCA

The Reformed Church in America – As our denomination restructures

Betty and Irene – Friends of Betty M.

Margit – elderly cousin of Olga C.

Debbie S. – We seek time and quality of life

Jill H. – Serious vision issues

Zeke – Stroke

Sycamore Community Church – As we take on everything involved in becoming a church for a new generation