A mother contacted Catholic Charities of Acadiana several weeks ago to tell me that while she was away, her children (all under 10) decided to set up a lemonade stand in front of their family home. She went on to explain that her children decided that instead of selling lemonade for the profit of their family, they wanted to sell lemonade to support Catholic Charities of Acadiana’s St. Joseph Diner!
Read More“Art translates into meaningful terms that which is ineffable,” said St. John Paul the Great in his ‘Letter to Artists’.”
This quote holds true in the Homeless Jesus sculpture which visually represents, in a profoundly evocative and deeply meditative way, what Jesus says in Matthew 25 “Whatever you do for the least of my brothers, you do for me.” (Matthew 25: 45)
Read MoreCatholic Charities of Acadiana urgently advocates for an allocation of local, state, and federal funding to be adequately appropriated to addressing the root causes of homelessness, addressing the critical basic needs of Lafayette’s homeless (such as shelter and food), and an investment in evidence-based solutions to transitioning those experiencing homelessness to affordable and stable housing with appropriate community based supports.
Read MoreIn remembrance of their 50th anniversary, a longstanding donor presented Catholic Charities of Acadiana with a sculpture entitled “Homeless Jesus” by globally recognized Canadian sculptor Timothy Schmalz. The sculpture was installed this week on the grounds of the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist along St. John Street.
Read MoreGlobally recognized sculptor Timothy Schmalz will visit the Acadiana Center for the Arts on Thursday, May 11th to discuss his thought-provoking sculptures, which explore themes of faith, social justice, and the human condition. The event promises to be an insightful and inspiring experience for art enthusiasts, scholars, and the general public. The public is invited to attend. A limited number of tickets are available at www.catholiccharitiesacadiana.org
Read MoreEverything you always wanted to know about volunteering with Catholic Charities of Acadiana but couldn't/wouldn't/scared to ask. The top 10 myths about volunteering with Catholic Charities of Acadiana, fully debunked with Ben Broussard and Sarah Baquet.
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