L'Arche Saint John
623 Lancaster Ave E2M2M3 Saint John, NB, Canada

In remembrance. #LestWeForget #RemembranceDay2020 #LarcheArt

We have some very special news to share: in October, we welcomed Sarah into our community as McKim House’s newest core member! If you know the Keyes family, you may know that they have been living through an extraordinary time of transition lately. We're so grateful for the entire Keyes family, for all they do with, for, and in our community, and especially for our friend Sarah. Click the photo below to read a beautiful reflection written by Sarah's sister, Connie. If you are...n't on our email list, you can catch up on L'Arche Saint John's latest news and updates here: https://mailchi.mp/larchesaintj/a-very-special-announcement [ID: A picture looking directly at Sarah who is sitting at a table. Sarah is looking above the lens of the camera and is laughing. She is wearing a white hat with felt candles on top. On the table in front of her is a cake with lit candles.]

On NOW until Dec. 22, it's #BattleOfTheFans coordinated by L'Arche Canada! Check out our page for some epic lip sync performances, and then vote for your favourites by "Liking" and "Sharing" our video on Facebook, and donating at https://bit.ly/3lH9ezM ! [ID: Against a white background is a navy blue shape of a guitar pick. Circling the guitar pic is a thin pink line. Centered on the guitar pick in big letters reads "BATTLE of the FANS". Just below the text there is the L'Arche Saint John boat logo set on top of a yellow circle.]

Ever need a day to press Pause? On Tuesday, our community spent the day pausing, reflecting, sharing and creating. We contemplated themes of laughter, gratitude, and d e l i g h t. It was a balm on our spirits and a rest for our souls. Where do you find delight these days? What are you grateful for? Wishing you all light on these darker days #friendship #gratitude #community #larchelife #larchesj

Introducing the world’s first international lip-synching competition hosted by people with disabilities! #BattleOfTheFans is an online video Lip Sync competition and fundraiser created by L'Arche Canada happening NOW until Dec. 22. Check out our page for updates and to learn how to vote for us! [ID: The background of the banner is navy blue. There are illuminated cartoon shadows of, from left to right, a drum kit, microphone and an electric guitar. In big bold letters across the image it reads "WE ROCK DISABILITY". The L'Arche boat logo is in the middle right of the image, and a yellow lightning bolt sits behind the word "ROCK".]

15 YEARS! Last night we celebrated Debbie’s 15th year anniversary at L’Arche Saint John. If you’ve ever stepped into McKim House, chances are she met you with open arms and offered you a cup of tea. In the whirlwind of community life, Deb keeps us grounded. Cheers to you, Deb, and here’s to 15 more! Enjoy these photos of Deb in her first 2 years at McKim House ("You haven't aged a bit!" I [Rachel] joke. "I know!" Deb says, laughing.) #ricky #larchelife #larcheanniversary #larchesj

3 days later and we’re still smiling ear-to-ear under these masks! THANK YOU to every Dinner In ticket holder, volunteer, donor and sponsor who made this fundraiser such a success. It filled our spirits to see so many friendly faces pass through. We are SO grateful for your support, especially during COVID, which has cramped our (and most communities’) fundraising style. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Special thanks to our sponsors Vitos, Wild Flours Sweets and... Treats, Moosehead Breweries, Daly's Convenience Stores & Cooke Inc.. As businesses that support the work of local community organizations: we see you, and we are grateful. #gratitude #community #larchelife #larchefundraiser #larchesj #saintjohn

Our community is feeling a little more joy lately! After many months of isolation, core members are able to visit some family members again. Check out this written piece by Country 94, in which our Executive Director describes the excitement of these reunions. Can you relate?!

Summer = Sunshine + Smiles! Especially when you’re at the beach and ESPECIALLY WHEN ITS YOUR BIRTHDAY Happy birthday KRISTA! @larchesj #larchelife #larchecanada

It’s hard to tell, but there are big smiles under these masks! Krista, Stèphane, Moira & Wayne pictured here are distributing buckets to ticket holders for our *sold out* Dinner In fundraiser. The best part is seeing so many friendly faces pulling up and wishing us well! We have an amazing community! #larchelife #larchesj #larchefundraiser

Back by popular demand... We're having a socially-distanced talent show this Friday, July 17! If you're interested in performing, contact Luke at [email protected]

What a great way to spend a little time this summer! Do you know someone who might be interested?!

Not sure what’s next?! Want to make a difference?!

JOIN US! If you are organized, have great administration skills, and are passionate about inviting folks into the mission of L'Arche, then the role of Executive Assistant at L'Arche Saint John may be just what you're looking for! Please share!... Find out more HERE https://www.larche.ca/en/work-opportunities

It’s #ThrowBackThursday ! Today our community is celebrating 14 years of friendship with Krista! Kris had a great time looking through old pictures and reminiscing! We’re giving thanks for her friendship, her sense of humour, and her creativity! Happy Anniversary Krista! #larchelife #friendship #senseofhunour #creativity #anniversary #saintawesome @ Saint John, New Brunswick

Thanks to our friend Jenn for creating a Facebook Fundraiser for our community! Would you consider supporting L'Arche Saint John this #GivingTuesday by doing the same? Creating a Facebook Fundraising Campaign, takes two minutes and will help support our core members in this difficult time. If you would rather donate through our website, you can do that at www.larchesaintjohn.org/donate... Help us spread some hope by sharing our Quarantune video! And if none of that sounds interesting, could you post a memory about a L’Arche gathering that holds a special place in your heart? Our fundraisers have always been about more than money, they’re about togetherness. And we miss that aspect now more than ever.

L'Arche communities across Canada worked to bring you this joyful video! Help us spread hope by sharing this video with your friends and family! Do you see anyone you know? #GatherandGive

Tuesday, May 5th is #GivingTuesdayNow a day of giving in response to the need created by Covid 19. All across Canada, L'Arche communities are inviting our supporters to #GatherandGive! There is nothing we love more than gathering to sing our hearts out, but for now, we gather remotely. Check out our page tomorrow for a creative video featuring some of your favourties! Help us build a world where everyone belongs!

Tomorrow is #GivingTuesdayNow, a global day of giving in a time of great need. L’Arche Communities across the country (including ours) have collaborated on a special project that we can’t wait to share! Join us back here, Tuesday May 5th, to see the finished product and maybe spot some familiar faces! Let’s #GatherandGive!

Here’s to friends who call on the phone! Just to see how you are. Just to ask about your Mom. Just to say, It’s good to hear your voice. Here’s to friends like Anne and Debbie! . . #friendshipfriday #larchelife #phonecall #reachout

Hey Friends! The Artists from Creative Connections, our Art Studio, are having a contest! They want to spread joy with their art and they want you to nominate someone to win a custom piece. Check out their post to enter!

The great McKim House Easter treasure hunt was a big success! The house followed clues leading them to friends and family! Thanks to everyone who waved from decks, balconies, and windows! Such a joy to know that we’re all in this together! Happy Easter!

Community means walking together when things are hard. Simon helps Jesus by Patrick McGrath

Stéphane had a great idea to help us get ready for Easter! He thought we could spend some time each day having an hour of retreat. Today we spent some time thinking about our inner lives... the thoughts we focus on, the ways we spend our time. Writing and drawing them out helped us get some perspective. Pat said he felt prayerful, Stéphane liked being together, and Krista liked talking about God. ... How do you make time to go deep? What helps you get perspective? #makingtimetogodeep #larchelife #retreatinanhour See more

Last night we celebrated our Community Leader Zoël's 60th birthday with a delicious pulled pork supper over Zoom! We're so grateful for him, and for the technology that could bring us together.

In response to Covid-19, Creative Connections will be closed for the next 2 weeks, March 16-27, 2020. We will update everyone at that time.In response to Covid-19, Creative Connections will be closed for the next 2 weeks, March 16-27, 2020. We will update everyone at that time.

Hello All! Due to the circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 virus, L'Arche Saint John will not be able to participate in the Irish breakfast fundraising event which is organized each year for L'Arche by the generosity of O'Leary's pub.