View from the Frontlines

From Crisis to Compassion: Core Services’ View from the Frontlines

If I had to use one word to describe Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry (LMM) throughout the last couple of months, it would be “resilient.” Like many other organizations, we had big plans and lofty goals for this year, but we had to switch up our gameplan. Plans of applying to grants for new funding sources are now being written to provide relief for COVID-19. Inaugural events

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From Crisis to Compassion: Youth Services’ View from the Frontlines

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) put my life and priorities more in line, realizing something we cannot see or feel can take our life in an instant. This can truly bring your mind and world to an uncomfortable, scary place. Being able to still have employment and work for a company that appreciates me and supports me through such a hard time spoke volumes to my heart. Here

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From Crisis to Compassion: Workforce Development’s View from the Frontlines

Like many people, COVID-19 has significantly impacted my day-to-day life. Beyond that, I am grateful to Maria Foschia, Acting CEO & Chief Operating Officer, and the management team for doing everything they can to make us feel more appreciated and mitigating the risks of this health crisis. As the Adult Educator, most of my days used to be devoted to prep and teaching classes, then

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From Crisis to Compassion: LMM Housing & Shelter’s View from the Frontlines

COVID19 (Coronavirus) has definitely been a life experience worthy of the history books!  For me, day to day life has changed so drastically, I could have never imagined a journey of this magnitude.  If I had to list a few words that could describe this journey I would say trying, difficult, and even sometimes demanding; but I would also list rewarding, inspiring, motivating and enlightening.

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From Crisis to Compassion: LMM Advocacy’s View from the Frontlines

I feel incredibly fortunate to be able to work from home during the COVID pandemic. While I may experience the occasional spurt of stir-craziness, and miss seeing family and friends, I am able to take many of the steps necessary to avoid exposure to this life-threatening illness. This is not the case for many segments of society. It is therefore of little surprise that the

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