Laura is the Executive Director and Community Leader of L'Arche North Carolina.

About Laura Steed Lorino

Laura is the Executive Director and Community Leader of L'Arche North Carolina.

Brunch was a bunch of fun!

We are overjoyed to share that our first Brunch & Belonging event was an incredible success! The room was packed, and the spirit of community was truly palpable. We were moved by heartfelt stories from the family members of two of our founding Core Members, who spoke about why they chose L’Arche and the read more

L’Arche NC House Blessing & Ribbon Cutting

We had over 90 people join us a beautiful Sunday afternoon at the L'Arche House for the House Blessing & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony! We were especially grateful to have former board members, and those who helped shape this vision over a decade ago, with us at our wonderful L’Arche home south Durham. Their dedication read more

Disability Pride Month – celebrate all year!

As Disability Pride Month comes to an end, we want to thank you for celebrating with us. This month has highlighted the unique gifts and contributions of individuals with disabilities, and we are grateful for your support.

In case you missed it: Sundaes on Sunday Recap

What a sweet success! Our Sundaes on Sunday event was filled with joy, laughter, and community spirit.

House Update: The renovations on the house will be completed this week!

Friends, I am so excited! The renovations on the house will be completed this week! The accessible bathroom is beautiful. The new wider entrance to the kitchen and the large electric stove are wonderful. The basement bedrooms have lovely new floors, and more! The only thing that is left is painting. As the ceilings were scraped, re-mudded, read more

By |2024-06-04T11:54:36-04:00June 4th, 2024|Uncategorized|

Construction Update

Dear L'Arche North Carolina Community, I hope this post update finds you well. I wanted to provide you with an update on the ongoing renovations at our house. As with any renovation project, we've experienced a mix of wins and challenges along the way. I'm grateful for the work we have accomplished through donations and read more

The Impact Of L’Arche Reaches Beyond Our Community

By Tatum Tricarico, Disability and Theology Intern Over the past two years, it has been amazing to notice how much L’Arche NC has impacted me and those in my circles. One of my favorite parts has been how much this community has expanded my understanding of accessibility and leadership. My work at L’Arche NC has read more

By |2023-11-09T10:00:55-05:00November 9th, 2023|Uncategorized|

The Sip, See, and Support Recap

Dear Friends, For those who were not able to join us at the L'Arche NC house for our first event, WE MISSED YOU! The Sip, See, and Support provided an opportunity for local friends and supporters to visit the house for a tour filled with stories from former and current members of L'Arche communities. Our read more

L’Arche NC receives Citizen Involvement Award

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that L'Arche NC has been honored with the 2023 Citizen Involvement Award by the Raleigh Mayor’s Committee for Persons with Disabilities! This recognition warms our hearts and reinforces the importance of our mission. At L'Arche NC, we're all about celebrating diversity, promoting inclusivity, and fostering a sense of belonging read more

By |2023-10-11T08:01:01-04:00October 11th, 2023|Announcements, L'Arche Stories, News|

Renovations and Contractors

Dear Friends, I hope you are well and filled with the same sense of excitement and purpose that I have as we embark on this next phase of the L’Arche NC journey together. Today, I am reaching out to you not only as the Executive Director of L'Arche North Carolina but also as a proud read more

By |2023-08-12T12:28:01-04:00August 12th, 2023|Sailing Home: House Updates|
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