The Rev. Dr. William H. Lazareth, Bishop Emeritus of the Metropolitan New York Synod, died in Christ on Feb. 23. In addition to his international reputation as theologian and author, Rev. Lazareth was an important friend and pastor to this congregation, at one time personally mediating a very challenging process of discernment as to how the Eucharist would be administered in our worship. Bishop Lazareth’s memorial service will be held at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, 3 Carhart Ave., White Plains (corner of Mamaroneck and Carhart Avenues) at 3 p.m. on April 26. The Synod asks you to join in prayers of thanksgiving for his life and ministry, as well as prayers for his family and friends in this time of loss. Condolences may be sent to Jacqueline Lazareth at 7 Village Inn Road, Birch Bay Village, Bar Harbor, ME 04609.