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We made a quick trip to Dallas Texas to visit an organization called Texas on Mission. I reached out to this organization because they have multiple laundry units that have been in service for years now. With our LWML grant build, I figured it would be beneficial if we took a ride over and learnedContinue reading “Texas on Mission”

The Forged by Fire team is excited to announce a new annual supporter to our ministry, Legacy Deo! We received this exciting news this afternoon and feel truly blessed by this partnership as we strive to serve those in need. For those who have not heard of Legacy Deo, there mission is to inspire givingContinue reading “Forged by Fire and Legacy Deo”

Good morning and Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours! The Forged by Fire team is thankful for the many blessings that you have bestowed upon us this year. Because of your prayers, financial support and volunteer hours, we have been able to make an impact in the communities we serve. Yes, because of you!Continue reading “Happy Thanksgiving”

Last week we were part of a group of local St. Tammany Parish and Lacombe community leaders who came together to provide some much needed resources to the residents of Lacombe. Gerrin Narcisse organized an amazing team of people to put this event on. We were blessed to be able to raise enough funds toContinue reading “Lacombe Community Outreach Event”

As we enter this season of Thanksgiving, our hearts are overflowing with gratitude. We are thankful for the many hands and hearts that have joined together in the Crosses for Benny ministry. What began as a simple idea—to place a small cross into the hands of those facing hardship—has blossomed. It has grown into aContinue reading “GIVING THANKS FOR CROSSES & COMPASSION”

Now through December 31, 2025, every dollar you give will be matched up to $25,000 — thanks to a generous donor who believes in our mission.Your gift helps us: We’re growing, reaching more communities, and lifting more hearts — and your generosity fuels it all. 💛 Give now and multiply your impact: https://fbf501c3.com/donate/

This week we were able to make a couple sizeable donations to local ministries who help those in need in our communities. FBF is committed to using our connections and resources to serve those in who are experiencing food insecurity issues in our current climate. The Samaritan Center in Mandeville Louisiana is a Christ centeredContinue reading “Filling the void”

Laundry news! Looking forward to the future with our first purpose-built laundry trailer that will serve the public in 2026! Floods, fires, and hurricanes can devastate communities. They disrupt access to basic resources like electricity, food, and clean water. That’s why Forged by Fire has long envisioned a mobile laundry trailer. Thanks to the generosityContinue reading “WHAT’S NEW FOR FBF?”

Behind every “Cross for Benny” handed out at a meal site, disaster deployment, or community event, there is a story of love. Prayer and partnership are also part of this story. The necklaces themselves are small. The hands that make them are mighty. We want to take a moment to celebrate the faithful volunteers whoContinue reading “THE HANDS BEHIND THE HOPE Celebrating our Volunteers!”

Looking Back with Gratitude, Looking Ahead with Hope by Rev. Paul Ernewein I sat at my desk this morning, looking to create a Christmas card. Yes — Christmas is almost here! Can you believe how quickly this year has flown by? In search of the perfect photo, I opened my phone and began scrolling. ImagesContinue reading “A YEAR OF PHOTOS, A YEAR OF SERVICE:”