Mission’s headquarters at 1543 Montauk Highway, adding to the growing collection of inspiring, nautical-themed artwork that surrounds the building. The three vivid waves celebrate the beauty of Long Island’s coastal waters and symbolize the Mission’s ongoing commitment to hope, creativity, and community.

Lighthouse Mission director pastor Jim Ryan, a longtime supporter of the arts, sees visual expression as a meaningful way to reflect the Mission’s purpose.

“We believe art can speak life,” said Ryan. “We want the building itself to be a message—one that brings joy and points people to something greater.”

This newest piece joins a range of artwork on the Mission’s walls, including detailed murals of Long Island beaches, lighthouses, waves, and underwater scenes. A standout feature is the display of a family of three fish on the building’s exterior—designed by Ryan, crafted from Corian steel by a well-known artist, and generously donated to the Mission. The fish symbol, historically used by early Christians to identify one another discreetly during persecution, adds spiritual depth to the building’s coastal theme.

On the front lawn, visitors will also find a striking steel anchor sculpture designed by a local artist. Shaped as both an anchor and a cross, it represents a faith firmly rooted in Jesus Christ.

But the beauty of Lighthouse Mission isn’t limited to its walls. The Mission makes a dedicated effort to beautify its grounds with vibrant flowers, creative landscaping, and welcoming colors—serving as a visual beacon of hope along a stretch of Montauk Highway lined with junkyards and auto repair shops.

“We want to be a bright light in the midst of difficult surroundings,” Ryan said. “And we hope our presence encourages others—homeowners and businesses alike—to invest in making North Bellport a better place.”

In fact, the area surrounding the Mission has seen significant improvement over the past 16 years, a change many attribute in part to Lighthouse Mission’s consistent presence, care, and outreach.

Beyond its commitment to beautification and art, Lighthouse Mission is also Long Island’s largest mobile food pantry.

For more than 33 years, the organization has provided food and clothing to over 12,000 Suffolk County residents each month—operating entirely without government funding. The Mission runs 10 weekly food distribution sites across the county, as well as youth and children’s programs that offer mentorship, support, and encouragement. Additionally, it hosts fun and creative art contests throughout the year, inspiring participants of all ages to express themselves through art.

To learn more about food distribution sites, youth programs, volunteer opportunities, or how to support Lighthouse

Mission’s work, visit: www.LighthouseHELP.com  for all of the times and locations of daily food distributions; www.LighthouseMission.com  to learn more about Lighthouse Mission; and www.LighthouseGIVE.com.