Urban Missionaries of Our Lady of Hope

Urban Missionaries of Our Lady of Hope Urban Missionaries of Our Lady of Hope, formerly Refugee Apostolate serves the inner-city community of Worcester, MA. Classes and other services are available.

Urban Missionaries of Our Lady of Hope services include: used clothing, furniture, and home decor for minor donations. A large Christmas Giving Tree Program provides gifts to 1400 families.

08/21/2026

Urban Missionaries of Our Lady of Hope is grateful to join the Catholic Garden Network Community. The Community Forum is a place to connect with others who share a love for gardens rooted in Catholic communities.

Explore both our garden profile as well as the Gardens bringing Catholic Values all across the country
👉 https://catholicgarden.org/garden/urban-missionaries-garden-of-hope/

We look forward to connecting with fellow Catholic gardeners.

The Garden of Hope is growing faster than we ever imagined. In just a few short weeks, our hydroponic beds have gone fr...
08/18/2026

The Garden of Hope is growing faster than we ever imagined.
In just a few short weeks, our hydroponic beds have gone from seedlings to full, vibrant vegetables ready for harvest—proof of what happens when innovation meets community.
This rapid growth isn’t just exciting; it’s transformational. Every head of lettuce, every squash ripening on the vine moves us closer to our mission of providing fresh, nutritious food to families who need it most.
Huge gratitude to our volunteers, partner Levo International, and supporters who make this possible. The Garden of Hope is thriving—and we’re just getting started.
Fresh vegetables. Fast growth. Real impact.
Hope is growing right here in Worcester.

Our Flea Market is back! Enjoy the sunshine and shop our unique finds all while supporting a great cause! All are welcom...
08/14/2026

Our Flea Market is back! Enjoy the sunshine and shop our unique finds all while supporting a great cause! All are welcome, and we can't wait to see you there!

Introducing our new Threads of Hope Program! This program is designed to give participants sewing and tailoring skills t...
08/05/2026

Introducing our new Threads of Hope Program! This program is designed to give participants sewing and tailoring skills to build flexible and home-based income. If you have any new or gently used sewing supplies that you would like to donate, please reach out to [email protected] or call 508-831-7455. Each and every donation will play a vital role in making this program a success!

We would like to recognize the amazing volunteers from the Our Lady of the Lake Parish for all of their help and support...
08/04/2026

We would like to recognize the amazing volunteers from the Our Lady of the Lake Parish for all of their help and support last Saturday! Volunteers worked all morning to ensure that the products in The Little Store were in top shape for customers, and their efforts are greatly appreciated!

A huge thank you to the amazing volunteers from St. John's High School! Despite the cold and the rain, these students de...
08/04/2026

A huge thank you to the amazing volunteers from St. John's High School! Despite the cold and the rain, these students dedicated their time and effort to creating a meaningful difference. We are so grateful for their hard work!

Our first outdoor harvest — and what a beauty it is. Fresh basil, bursting with fragrance, flavor, and pure summer energ...
08/01/2026

Our first outdoor harvest — and what a beauty it is. Fresh basil, bursting with fragrance, flavor, and pure summer energy, picked just this morning from our Community Garden of Hope. It’s more than a herb; it’s a vibrant sign of the life, care, and community growing every day.

Huge thanks to Maureen, An, and Joey for bringing in this delicious milestone. The season is officially underway, and it’s already tasting amazing.

All are welcome to join our Rosary zoom every Sunday.
07/31/2026

All are welcome to join our Rosary zoom every Sunday.

07/29/2026

Thank you to all of our volunteers for a wonderful day of gardening! If you would like to participate in our hydroponics Garden of Hope efforts, please visit this link! https://urbanmissionaries.com/community

🌱 A Joy‑Filled Planting Day at the Garden of Hope! 🌱What a beautiful morning spent with our volunteers and our Partners ...
07/28/2026

🌱 A Joy‑Filled Planting Day at the Garden of Hope! 🌱

What a beautiful morning spent with our volunteers and our Partners at Levo International as we kicked off this season’s planting at the Garden of Hope. Their hands, their energy, and their generosity make this work possible. Every seed placed in the soil is a step toward nourishing our neighbors and strengthening our community.

We’re grateful for every person who showed up, laughed with us, worked alongside us, and helped bring new life to our hydroponic garden.

🎥 Enjoy this short video capturing the heart of the day — teamwork, hope, and the promise of fresh food for families across Worcester.

Thank you, volunteers, for helping the Garden of Hope grow.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LaszAfTMgH-IBd4TGRZR3AMxRg1Jd5KR/edit

Address

242 Canterbury Street
Worcester, MA
01603

Telephone

+15088317455

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