New Year’s Resolutions
Have you made any New Year’s Resolutions? Some of the LUM staff have. They are as follows: “To maintain an ‘attitude of gratitude’ each and every day. There are always
Allegory of the Long Spoons
A man spoke with the Lord about heaven & hell. The Lord said to the man, “Come, I will show you hell.” They entered a room where a group of
Great Car – Great Cause – Great Deal
1997 Dodge Caravan — For Sale! A generous friend of LUM has recently donated this 1997 Dodge Caravan (V6, front wheel drive) minivan in very good shape. It has had
First LUM Client To Become Citizen
Recently, the LUM Immigration Clinic celebrated a significant milestone. A client became the first individual served by the LUM Immigration Clinic to become a US Citizen. Rafaela Lopez Santoyo joined
LUM Camp Counselors Still Needed!
Join the Team — Don’t Miss This Unique Volunteer Opportunity! Monday, July 27 – Friday, July 31 LUM Camp starts next week — and we still need a few more volunteer
Meet the 5th Quarter Teachers
LUM is thrilled that all four teachers have returned this summer for the LUM 5th Quarter Summer Learning Program. Pictured with Pastor Cindy Haley, the LUM program director, are (from
5th Quarter Has Begun!
The LUM 5th Quarter Summer Learning Program sessions began this month. The 5th Quarter program runs Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and includes active learning, crafts
LUM’s Impact in 2015 (So Far)
During the first five months of 2015, the Lafayette Urban Ministry touched the lives of 2,642 low-income households through one or another of our 16 programs. Families were strengthened and
St. Lawrence Social Justice Committee
Outreach is an important part of the LUM mission. The staff of Lafayette Urban Ministry often get invited to speak to classes, churches and civic groups — about the services
LUM Camp Needs Counselors!
Picture Yourself — as a 2015 LUM Camp Counselor! Monday, July 27 – Friday, July 31 LUM Camp Counselors are needed for our week-long, overnight camp program for low-income children