The Visite De Broussard, a highly anticipated half marathon presented by the Southside Runners, is more than just a race—it's a powerful initiative to support our local heroes at St. Michael Center for Veterans, a program of Catholic Charities of Acadiana.

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It’s back, y’all - the St. Joseph Diner Dinner Shift! Give a bite-sized time of service after work or school and help feed the hungry who are experiencing homelessness in our area.

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To find lodging along their cross country bike trip, the couple used the online resources to find accommodations. In Lafayette, they selected lodging with a host family who happened to be regular volunteers (scheduled the next day to serve!) at St. Joseph Diner.

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Catholic Charities of Acadiana’s Homeless to Housewarmed initiative kicked off on June 1st and has been moving full speed ahead ever since! We have successfully warmed the homes of four different clients with the help of volunteer groups from Lafayette, Breaux Bridge, Broussard, and Abbeville.

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I had seen stories on the news about the tornadoes that had hit St. Martin parish. My husband and I are in our 70s and didn't think we could help in recovery due to our age. Man, was I wrong.

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"The vetoed shelter appropriations are a significant setback to our pro-life efforts to care for our vulnerable neighbors experiencing homelessness," said Kim Boudreaux, CEO of Catholic Charities of Acadiana. "Our shelter serves as a critical lifeline for 87 individuals each night who have nowhere else to turn. We face an uncertain future for those who seek shelter with us as a last resort." 

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