Mission Moment — Meet Carmen
Carmen was recently honored by the LUM Board of Directors and given a small token to show their appreciation for her volunteer work with LUM. {Pictured above L to R:
Mareewan — Friend of Immigration Clinic
Mareewan Khaland discovered the LUM Immigration Clinic when he needed some assistance. Now he has become a volunteer and donor. Mareewan, a well known chef in Lafayette, will be donating
Free Haircuts — Plus Love, Hope & Respect
Once a month Mariana Paddock sets up shop for an entire afternoon at the LUM Office. During this time, she provides free haircuts for LUM’s homeless clients. Mariana is a
Youth Groups Assist with LUM Tree Removal
Recently the Heartland Community Church Youth Group (F.Y.S.H.) and Battleground United Methodist Church Youth Group (Larger than Life) assisted in the removal of two large ornamental pear trees at the
Don Nead Celebrates 60th Anniversary
This week, Don Nead (pictured left) celebrates the 60th anniversary of his ordination. In honor of this special milestone, Don Nead will be preaching at St. John’s Episcopal Church in
LUM Serves Everyone!
LUM’s Mission Statement: Poverty is the greatest thief. More than depriving a neighbor of food or shelter or warmth, it steals away hope. While other thieves may take away the
Client Corner – LUM Good Samaritan Program – Meet Gregory Gillard
Meet Gregory Gillard from Lafayette. He is a client of LUM Case Management, a former guest of the LUM Emergency Shelter and a recipient of the LUM Good Samaritan Fund.
Client Corner – LUM Good Samaritan Program – Meet Gregory Gillard
Meet Gregory Gillard from Lafayette. He is a client of LUM Case Management, a former guest of the LUM Emergency Shelter and a recipient of the LUM Good Samaritan Fund.
LUM’s Unexpected Blessings — YOU!
December 2014 Dear Friend, Amid all the hustle and bustle of the season, I try to look for those unexpected blessings that make Christmas so special…. The laughter of a child
Free Haircut – Reflections from a LUM Volunteer
Free Haircut Day at LUM Today, as I sit at the front desk, I can see and hear some small miracles going on in the hallway. A woman has come