Happy 90th Birthday to Thomas Hull
Join us in celebrating the birthday of one of LUM’s dearest friends, Thomas Hull, who will be 90 years young this Saturday, April 22. He is a retired professor from
Purdue Honors Former LUM Board President
Former president of the LUM Board of Directors and member of University Church, Lee Ann DeReus, PhD, received the Distinguished Service Award from the Purdue College of Health & Human
New Guidelines Adopted by LUM
Recently at the LUM board meeting, LUM’s policy concerning the release of client information was amended to provide instruction to staff members and volunteers in the event they are presented with
Deb Parent — Cornerstone of LUM
Dear Friend, Deb Parent is a cornerstone of the Lafayette Urban Ministry. She was appointed by her pastor to fill St. Mary Cathedral’s seat on the 44 member LUM Board
Cathy Potter Named Woman of Distinction
Last night, Cathy Potter was honored at the annual Salute to Women event. The Salute to Women program honors women who have excelled in their work, community and family. Honorees
Agendas & Minutes
LUM Board of Directors – Meeting Agendas & Minutes 2026 – Agenda & Previous Month’s Minutes (PDF)| February | April | June | August | October | December | 2025
LUM Staff Retreat 2017
The staff of Lafayette Urban Ministry recently participated in a daylong “retreat.” The LUM staff gathered at Hanging Rock Christian Assembly Camp, West Lebanon. The main retreat topics for discussion
Using Your Unique Gifts
I encourage you to research the inspiring story of Jennie Hodgers. Born December 25, 1843 in Clogher Head Ireland, she immigrated to the United States with her family in 1859
Annual LUM Staff Appreciation Lunch
Last week, the dedicated staff of Lafayette Urban Ministry gathered at Lafayette Brewing Co. for the annual LUM staff appreciation lunch. Pictured are the staff who attended — seated: Linda
Meet the New LUM Board Officers
LUM is governed by a Board of Directors — made up of one representative from each member church plus a few appointed individuals from specific community groups. The LUM board