Kathy LaCaze

Maggie's Place Wish List ➔

For Kathy LaCaze, serving at Maggie's Place wasn't just a job—it was a divine assignment. After stepping away from her full-time role at LifeWay and preparing for what she thought would be a new chapter in Pennsylvania, God redirected her steps in a way she never expected. During the Louisiana Baptist Convention, Dr. Perry Hancock approached her with a simple question: "Have you ever thought about being a relief mom?" In that moment, Kathy knew—this was where the Lord was calling her.

Now, after more than 18 years of faithful service, Kathy continues to pour her heart into the women and children who come through Maggie's Place, a HomePlace ministry cottage that provides shelter, support, and spiritual guidance to homeless mothers and their children.

Before coming to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, Kathy had a long and successful career in retail leadership, serving as a district manager for L'eggs, a co-manager at Hobby Lobby, and eventually as an assistant manager at LifeWay—a role she considered a gift from God. During her time at LifeWay, she and her husband had the opportunity to go on mission trips, including one to LSU. Then, in 2003, tragedy struck when Kathy lost her husband. It was a defining moment that would deepen her faith and prepare her for the next chapter—one that would overflow with purpose and love.

For the first three years at LBCH, Kathy served as a relief mom, which she describes as a gift—especially as someone who had never been able to have children of her own. She split her time between the main campus in Monroe and Seller's Maternity Home in Baton Rouge, caring for pregnant teenagers. Then, in 2010, she became the manager of Maggie's Place, where she's continued her ministry ever since. Throughout her years of service, Kathy has witnessed the hand of God move in powerful, undeniable ways. She's seen mothers and children give their hearts to Jesus and lives transformed by the hope and healing only He can bring. And while there are many success stories, her proudest moments are the ones where she's seen the Lord work through every challenge and every victory.

If she could say one thing to every child she's cared for, it would be simple and true: "I love you." Her deepest hope is that every mother and child who leaves Maggie's Place will always remember two things—that Jesus loves them, and so does she.

And they do remember. Kathy still hears from many of her former residents, continuing relationships that began with trust, blossomed with care, and remain rooted in love.

At Maggie's Place, Kathy LaCaze has created more than a refuge—it's a home, a sanctuary, and a reminder that even in life's hardest moments, God's love never fails. Through her faithful service, Kathy has become not only a guide and mentor, but a living example of what it means to walk in obedience, trust God's plan, and love like Christ.