On tuesday, June 11 The IRC of New Rochelle held their annual installation of Officers and Board members at the historic Trinity St. Paul's Episcopal Church on Huguenot Street. The building is celebrating its 150th year and the Church is celebrating its 325 anniversary along with the city of New Rochelle. At the meeting, the IRC made use of the prolific organ with an opening Hymn.Fr. Robert Gahler, President of IRC welcomed all and proceded with the meeting which included the election and installation of officers:President: Rev Robert Gahler, Trinity Saint Paul's Episcopal ChurchExec. Vice President:George Morris,Blessed Sacrament ChurchRecording Secretary: Vivian Bergenthal, Baha'i of New RochelleCorresponding Secretary: Patricia S. Hayes, Church of the Holy FamilyTreasurer: Elaine Weiss, Temple Israel of New RochelleImmediate Past President: Carl Procario-Foley, Iona College
and new to the roster this year,Rabbi Evan Hoffman, Anshe SholomProfessor Nalband Hussein, Westchester Muslim CenterDianetta Gladden, Shiloh Baptist ChurchHaina Just-Michael, American Jewish CommitteeCatherine Spaeth, Empty Hand Zen CenterAngela Campbell, Bethesda Baptist Church
Founded in 1975, the Interreligious Council of New Rochelle (IRC) comprises congregations of faith and historically religious educational organizations from with the diversity that is our city.IRC is committed to promoting interfaith understanding among all religions. They look to keep the lines of communication open.They foster an atmosphere of trust and cooperation. The Council serves the New Rochelle community through a combination of action and dialogue. The Council promotes interfaith amity and cooperation.
Learn more about the Interreligious Council of New Rochelle by visiting the website, ircnewrochelle.org.
