Baking with L’Arche and My Family
On Saturday March 20th, L’Arche hosted a virtual pastry class and fundraiser in partnership with the Boka Restaurant Group
Read moreIf Momentum Is An Indicator
We turned a corner, albeit one with a long arc, so I have no idea what is actually around the bend quite yet.
Read moreWhat is Community?
Recently, I’ve been thinking a lot about the importance and benefits of community.
Read moreCurious, Kind, and Dedicated
My role as Director of Care in L'Arche Chicago has taken a number of different shapes in the past couple of months as COVID-19, the winter months and the holidays brought its own unique challenges and rewards.
Read moreA Circle of Relationship
We’ve been excited to celebrate 20 years of L’Arche Chicago!
Read moreThanksgiving Together
My first Thanksgiving in L’Arche I asked if my family could come to the celebration, which is typically an intimate gathering with the immediate community.
Read moreL’Arche Is Where I Belong
L’Arche has shown me that sincerity is the root of many graces and that, as I sincerely bring my full and authentic self with an openness to new experiences, I am right where I belong.
Read moreThings That Matter
About two years ago, I moved across the country to live in Angel House with six strangers.
Read moreWhen The Utopia Cracks Open
What is L’Arche? My current home, my employer, my community.
Read moreLove the Questions
If you asked me, “Who is L’Arche?”, I would share story after story of the core members and assistants. I would tell you about a meal around the dinner table (ask Friendship House about the boiled meatballs). I would tell you of a time when a core member asked me a brutally honest question that I didn’t have the answer to. I would tell you about the welcome celebrations and goodbye send-offs for assistants. I would offer you a glimpse into the vivid, beautiful and diverse lives that create community life in Chicago.
Read moreHearing from the Homes – Part 2
While you are likely as emotionally tired as we are about keeping up with COVID-19 news, I wonder if you have also been as inspired as we have been by the kindness, generosity and resourcefulness of friends, family and fellow humans around you?
Read moreFinding Peace Together
It has been a joy to receive so many encouraging and kind messages from so many of our friends and supporters–from many of you!
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