Two of St. Mary's Episcopal Church's most treasured members live in a L'ARCHE community with their two companions in life. These live-in, trained friends ensure that these residents lead productive and fulfilling lives. Our congregtion is strengthened immeasurably by their presence. They are able to attend church weekly because their live-in providers bring them and participate with them at Church.  Read about L'ARCHE and what these communities mean around the world. This bill would threaten communities like L'ARCHE. This bill can be strengthened by addressing this situation.