📢 Volunteer at Place of Grace Dinner!
🏠History & Mission
Place of Grace opened its doors on January 1, 1997, in La Crosse as part of the Catholic Worker Movement. Founded by Viterbo University Professor Tom Thibodeau, it has been a beacon of compassion and community ever since.
From the beginning, the house has embraced what Thibodeau calls radical hospitality:
“Our basic philosophy, our mandate, if you will, is treat each person who comes through the doors as if they were Christ Himself,” Thibodeau explains. “You want to change the nature of what’s happening in this country, in our world? Treat each person as if they were Christ himself, as if they had God-given dignity as their birthright and honor that. That changes everything.”
Place of Grace isn’t just about providing meals—it’s about building real human connections.
🍽️ What You’ll Be Doing
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Prepare and cook meals
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Serve food with warmth and hospitality
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Connect with guests
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Help with cleanup
đź“Ť When & Where
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Date & Time: Thursday, February 5 (3-5 pm for cooking, 4:45-6:15 pm for meal serving)
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Location: Place of Grace – 919 Hood St, La Crosse, WI