Tamar's Place

Located in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine Area, Tamar's Place works in close cooperation with "Off-the-Streets" and "Stop AIDs" to bring comfort, services and help to some of Cincinnati's most marginalized women. Housed in the New Prospect Baptist Church, Tamar's Place offers coffee, snacks, a safe place to rest, and referals to other agencies that offer more -- if the woman wants it. Fox 19 News recenty featured us. To watch the video clip, just click Tamar's Place.  

The Centennial Barn...

Originally conceived as a meeting place for young adults, the concept of a community gathering place on the grounds of St. Clare Convent in Cincinnati OH, the Centennial Barn has grown up and out. The barn was remodeled into a beautiful and serene venue for meetings, weddings, and a variety of events that improve body as well as soul. The 'Barn' also offers a community garden which donated over 2500 pounds of produce to local charities last year. Visit www.centennialbarn.org for more information.

Franciscan Haircuts from the Heart 

Young Adult Ministry...

There are over 48 million people between the ages of 18 and 40 in the United States. Even though they are extra-ordinarily busy building careers and rearing children, they want to give to others: 66% of young adults rank meeting the needs of others as very important in their lives. However, this generation has been the target of massive amounts of marketing -- and exploitation. Therefore, they actually prefer to be in multi-generational settings, and tend to be suspicious of activities designed especially for them. They prefer opportunities and services that are real, relevant relational and geuine. They seek community and spirituality: we provide both... as well as opportunities to serve others. The picture to the left was part of an art exhibition...Contact Maria Meyer, young adult minister at mmeyer@centennialbarn.org or at 513-761-1697x8102 if you are interested in more information.

The Franciscans for the Poor...

The mission of Franciscans for the Poor Volunteer Program is to provide an opportunity for young people and adults to experience a diverse culture, prayers and community living in a simple lifestyle. Franciscans for the Poor recruits, selects and places individuals in non-profit agencies giving them the opportunity to bond with others for insight into the causes and effects of poverty and discerning a Franciscan response. Volunteers live a simple, communal lifestyle at Tau Community House, located in St. Bernard, Ohio. Contact Marci Peebles, Director,513-761-9040 and/or check out the FFP Calendar to view available dates at www.franforthepoor.org 

Our Lady of the Woods... 

Our Lady of the Woods is a senior independent living community for low-income, elderly people. Its objectives and goals are to promote each individual resident’s maximum level of independence and present level of functioning; maintain each individual in the community as long as possible; and avoid premature or inappropriate institutionalization. The facility, which has 20 rooms, is located in Cincinnati OH, nestled on 2.5 acres of land among beautiful white oak trees. It is a short distance from shops, bus lines, churches, and hospitals. Services include three meals per day, coffee hours, snacks, housekeeping, laundry, and transportation to doctor’s appointments. The residents (pictured with director Tonie Lynn) can also avail themselves of arts and crafts activities; hair care services; day trips, and transportation for shopping. For information, go to www.ourladyofthewoods.net