Founders’ Day BBQ
Join L'Arche Chicago as we celebrate all those that helped found our community in 2000 and we celebrate who we are today! We will have a BBQ with hotdogs and hamburgers. Bring a side to share!
Read moreHoly Thursday Foot Washing and Passover Seder
This month, the community has prayed together in many ways. Here a few photos from the community gatherings for the washing of the feet on Holy Thursday and the Passover Seder.
Read moreMoments of belonging
The other day I had the joy of being asked, “What has been one of your favorite moments in L’Arche?” This question prompted me to walk down a very happy memory lane. I found myself flooded with many snapshots of moments from the last seven years.
Read moreA Warm Welcome into L’Arche
The first time I visited a L'Arche community (L'Arche Greater Washington DC), in the fall of 2006, I was greeted by Johnny, a man with intellectual disabilities originally from Cuba.
Read moreRegional Gathering Photos
L'Arche Chicago joined our brothers and sisters from L'Arche communities in the Central Region in Mobile, AL at the end of January! We had a wonderful time seeing old friends, making new friends, and celebrating our big L'Arche family!
Read moreLoving in a big way
Loving one another in a big way—that is what drives our solidarity in L’Arche.
Read moreSolidarity Brunch Silent Auction Items
We're gearing up for our Valentine's Day Solidarity Brunch on Sunday, February 11th! Held at Concordia University from 11:30am-1pm, we are excited to announce our silent auction items for the event.
Read moreHow do you get ready for Christmas?
In community, there are people that guide us all in the marking of time and seasons.
Read moreAdvent: Waiting for the Baby
In the Spanish language, the phrase “to give birth” is “dar la luz”, which literally translates to “give the light”. This is a beautiful phrase and one that can eloquently explains Advent--the hope and expectation that the Light will be given to us.
Read moreCelebrating Advent
As we begin Advent, a season of holy waiting and expectation, we offer you a prayer written by Henri Nouwen, a priest and writer who lived in L'Arche for many years.
Read moreGratitude for Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday is a social media empowered day of giving, following "Black Friday" and "Cyber Monday".
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