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About Ray of Hope Church of The Glbtqs Community
Ray of Hope Church of The Glbtqs Community is an independent local church with no denominational affiliation. Founded in 1983, it serves Syracuse, Ithaca, and Elmira, New York, and is in its 43rd year in ministry as of October 31, 2025. The church names Pastor Benedict Shawn Benedict as its pastor. Its life together includes Sunday worship and a children’s ministry. During worship each Sunday, the congregation reads names from the official NAMES Project AIDS Memorial Quilt list. The church also maintains the St. Benedict of Nursia Memorial Library, with more than 6,000 holdings.
First-Time Visitor Info for Ray of Hope Church of The Glbtqs Community
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Worship is contemporary. Each Sunday, the congregation reads from the official NAMES Project AIDS Memorial Quilt list of names during worship. Visitor Tips: Families may want to ask about the children’s ministry when planning a first visit.
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