Remembering Good King Wenceslas
Dear Friends, One of my favorite Christmas poems is the 162-year-old carol: Good King Wenceslas. The poem (see below) tells about King Wenceslas & his page giving alms to a
Congratulations to LUM’s Mary Anderson
Dear Friends, On this Thanksgiving Holiday, I join the LUM board, staff and our many volunteers, in expressing our thanks for Good Samaritan Program Director Mary Anderson. After 21 years
Be a Good Samaritan with LUM
November 2015 Hello Friends, 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
You Make the Music at LUM
As some of you know, Jonathan Micon plays snare drum in Purdue’s All American Marching Band. Jo and I enjoy spending Purdue Football Saturdays helping other parents in providing breakfast
Carolyn Kessler—35 Year LUM Volunteer
Last week, we lost a very close friend of Lafayette Urban Ministry — Carolyn P. (Pollard) Kessler, 79. Carolyn volunteered with LUM for over 35 years. Originally from Anderson, Indiana,
Consider an End-of-the-Year Donation
When Christmas and the New Year approach, many are motivated to think about philanthropy and goodwill toward the community. It is also a perfect time to assess what you have
Little Inspirations of Giving
Each birthday, Anna (8) & Emily (6) Foerg have asked their friends to bring food to their parties instead of birthday gifts. Pictured right is Emily with her donation of
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
Good Samaritan Fund – Everyday Miracles
November 2014 Dear Friend, Do you recall the story of Jesus feeding the 5,000? The disciples were overwhelmed, but Jesus took pity and showed compassion. He used what little was
30th Anniversary of the LUM Shelter
September 2014 Dear Friend, This year marks the 30th anniversary of the opening of the Lafayette Urban Ministry Emergency Shelter for the homeless. Started as a joint effort between St. Thomas