Sharing meals and breaking bread together are timeless ways of connecting, celebrating, and appreciating each other. Throughout the year and especially at holiday time, many of us are accustomed to this tradition, thankful for our loved ones and the other gifts we are grateful for. At the KBI comedor, run by the Missionary Sisters of the Eucharist and staffed by dedicated volunteers, this “thanksgiving” is a daily ritual. And though Thanksgiving is not a Mexican holiday, Angela and Tim … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2015
Up Close: The People of the KBI
Mark Potter, KBI Board Member From early on, Mark Potter has been interested in the intersection of faith and action: How do people live out their beliefs? How do Christians live out their values in a multi-faith world? Through his studies, teaching, and ministry, Mark has explored these questions, and his background—in philosophical and theological inquiry as well as active social ministry—has played a pivotal role in the development and growth of the KBI, first as a participant in the … [Read more...]
Immigration in the News
Here are some October articles and videos from various sources to keep you informed about the latest in immigration and border news. Many of the articles document the life-threatening violence which prompts many people to leave their homelands, the threats and risk of death on the journey, and the particular dangers faced by unaccompanied migrant children. An artist and author as well as the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops also share their responses to the migrant crisis. From The … [Read more...]
October Fundraiser in Tucson
On Sunday, October 18, at the home of KBI board member Bernadette Ruiz and her husband Joaquín, An Afternoon Fiesta in Tucson was in full swing. This fundraiser for the KBI was organized by Mary Ellen Cook (wife of board member Roger Cook and chairperson for this event) and a committee of dedicated volunteers who know how to put their passion behind their fundraising efforts. The afternoon of refreshments and hors d’oeuvres was attended by 90 people and raised $15,000. Thanks to all who planned, … [Read more...]
A Day at the KBI
The McCabes won a transformative experience at this year’s KBI’s Phoenix dinner, and are looking forward to the next one. Mark your calendars for February 20, 2016! At the Phoenix fundraising dinner earlier this year, first-time attendees Tom and Patty McCabe got caught up in the fervor of the live auction and the spirit of support for the KBI that filled the room. That’s how they found themselves the happy recipients of a night’s stay at the Tubac Golf Resort & Spa, a day at the KBI, … [Read more...]