Consider an End-of-the-Year Gift to LUM
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
Mary Anderson – Retirement Reception
Thank You to Mary Anderson for 21 years of valued service to Lafayette Urban Ministry and the children & families in our community. “For I know the plans I have
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