Gifts of Kindness to the LUM Emergency Shelter
The LUM Emergency Shelter is open with a strict protocols for health & safety. Pictured above are three of our dedicated LUM shelter staff members (Dave, Noah & Anna) wearing their new face-masks. These
Portable Sinks Donated to LUM Shelter
Local Family Donates Much Needed Equipment Deb & Tom Parent recently purchased to two portable sinks for Lafayette Urban Ministry. The portable sinks will be used by individuals signing up for
Social Distancing – LUM Good Samaritan Program
The LUM Office is temporarily closed to the public, but the LUM Good Samaritan Program & Immigration Clinic are still assisting clients by email and follow up phone calls. Pictured here is the Good
Social Distancing – LUM Newsletter Mailing
LUM is getting creative — volunteers recently helped the LUM office manager, Linda Hicks, prepare the mailing of our quarterly LUM Seed Newsletter. Since the customary way wouldn’t be safe, our volunteers each took some
A Letter from Wes Tillett – LUM Executive Director
Hello! It is a joyful honor to re-enter the Lafayette Urban Ministry orbit. My wife and I have fondness in our hearts for LUM (15 years ago, when I had
Four Ways to Support LUM Today
During times like these, serving your community is important for your neighbors and for your own well-being. it is important to give wisely, and we hope you agree that LUM
LUM Camp Needs You! This Summer – July 27-31
Be a Camp Counselor – Support a Camper As we think about a better tomorrow, why not sign up to be a volunteer LUM Camp Counselor this year. LUM Camp
LUM Emergency Shelter to Benefit from Grants
Twin Cities Recommend $21,290 to LUM Lafayette Urban Ministry has recently been recommended for two significant Community Development Block Grants from both the City of Lafayette & the City of
Three Ways to Support LUM Today
During times like these it is important to give wisely. LUM is a great investment in your local community. A collaboration of 47 local churches, LUM serves as a social safety net for
The Rev. Wes Tillett – LUM Executive Director
His Vision, His Passion & His Inspiration “Restoring human dignity…which all God’s people need and deserve” is the part of the LUM Mission Statement that speaks to Wes Tillett the most. He stated that,