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EAGLE PROJECT BENEFITS COMMACK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

            An Eagle Court of Honor celebrating the achievement of James Ryan, Boy Scout Troop 125’s 94th Eagle Scout, was held on April 12 at the Commack United Methodist Church.

            For his Eagle Leadership Service Project, James refurbished the Fellowship Hall of the Commack United Methodist Church (CUMC).  The walls and doors were bleached and painted in the main area, restrooms and hallways, all trim throughout the areas were also painted, water damaged ceiling tiles were removed and replaced, and molding and fresh carpeting was installed on the eight supporting columns.  Extra effort was not only made to protect the Boy Scout Mural but it was touched up as well.  "The Fellowship Hall serves the community for other charitable and outreach programs in addition to being the sponsor for Troop 125.  This was a great way to say thank you to CUMC!," says James.

             James began scouting in the first grade as a Tiger Scout with Cub Scout Pack 329 and continued through fifth grade as a Webelos where he went on to earn the Arrow of Light, the only badge earned as a Cub Scout that can be worn on a Boy Scout uniform.  He joined Boy Scout Troop 125 in 2007 and he enjoyed many years of experiences on an array of trips and adventures including a high adventure trip to the Florida National Sea Base in the Florida Keys.  James also held several leadership positions including senior patrol leader, patrol leader, assistant patrol leader, troop guide, den chief and chaplain's aide.  He earned a total of 37 merit badges, the World Conservation Award and the Catholic religious emblem, Ad Altare Dei (to the altar of God).  He is also a Brotherhood Member of the Order of the Arrow, the National Scouting Honor Camping Society.

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            A senior at Commack High School, James is an active member of the camera club and is currently deciding between several colleges where he plans to major in marine affairs.

            James reflected, “Scouting helped shape my character and my concern for the world around me, nature and other people.  I believe that the Boy Scout program produces future leaders and outstanding, compassionate citizens.”

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            The new Eagle Scout is the son of Marilyn and Christopher Ryan and brother of Troop 125 Eagle Scout Sean (#86 - 2011), Troop 125 Star Scout Matthew and Celia all of whom reside in Smithtown.

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