In this edition of Wes's Weekly Wrap Up, Wes Tillett, LUM executive director, reflects on the ancient Hebrew poem, Psalm 146, and why it makes him think of the work of LUM. Please take 59 seconds to watch the video and SHARE with others.

Make this your “LUM Summer of Service.” Volunteers are needed with the LUM food pantries, homeless shelter, youth programs including the full-day, child care program and summer camp.

LUM Summer of Service gives you the chance to make a difference in your community, meet an immediate need, and see the impact of your efforts. So, follow your passion, find something that excites you and convince a friend or two to join you.

You are cordially invited to attend the LUM Gala of Hope event, which supports the important work of the LUM Immigration Clinic.

The Gala of Hope is an entertaining event in a grand facility filled with dancing to world beats, snacking on international bites and donating for out-of-this-world experiences. Join us and make sure that our immigrant neighbors have the LUM Immigration Clinic to assist them through complex paperwork and processes. See below for the menu, list of auction experiences, and the lineup of talent. If you are not able to attend, but wish to make a donation, please click the button below.

The MENU - Gala for Hope offers a delicious MENU of International "bites" and beverages from several local restaurants. Mingle, snack, dance while supporting the LUM Immigration Clinic. Here is the menu so far:

The MARKETPLACE at Gala for Hope gives you a chance to purchase out-of-this-world experiences. These experiences have been donated; so, all of the money raised will support the LUM Immigration Clinic. To view the list of experiences & make a purchase, click HERE.

The TALENT - Gala of Hope will gather in a local art gallery & cultural center and enjoy live music. To learn more about this diverse lineup of TALENT, click HERE.

For more the LUM Gala of Hope event details, click the button below.

To purchase TICKETS — Text GALAOFHOPE to 76278 to purchase tickets -OR- click the button below. Tickets are limited, so get them today. For more information, go to LUMserve.org/gala-of-hope.

At a grand reception at Westminster Village, West Lafayette, this past weekend, the Rev. Don Nead celebrated his 95th birthday with his friends and family.

Don Nead is a long-time friend of Lafayette Urban Ministry. He has been active with LUM since the time of its inception in 1972. Don has remained active in many ways including being one of the founding members of the LUM Dream Team Fund. The purpose of this fund is to support research that will inform and shape the programs of LUM.

Join us in wishing the Rev. Don Nead a very happy birthday. Pictured with Don Nead (right) is Pablo Malavenda, LUM executive program director (left).

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