Forward in Hope
Changing the World One Life at a Time
Fostering in Faith: Lillian (Kansas)
Easy-going and energetic, 10-year-old Lillian says she loves to read because it’s fun. She’s also pretty good at acting silly
Fostering in Faith: Lillian (Kansas)
Easy-going and energetic, 10-year-old Lillian says she loves to read because it’s fun. She’s also pretty good at acting silly
Fostering in Faith: Angel (Texas)
Eager to find his forever family, Angel is an energetic, curious, and fun-loving child. His warm nature makes him a joy to be around. Although
Help prevent child abuse by wearing blue
In just a few days, we’ll see blue pinwheels and signage appear around some Saint Francis Ministries offices as part of our effort to raise
Compassion Plus Action
Compassion + Action … That’s the theme of this year’s National Social Work Month, and we can’t think of a better way to describe the
Conversations | Ep. 04
In this episode of “Conversations” Fr. Andrew O’Connor sits down with Chief Program Officer Cristian Garcia and Texas Home Visiting (THV) Director Katherine May to
Match Madness 2025
Match Madness is March 13. Help SFM build a playscape for kids. Saint Francis Ministries is gearing up for the 14th Match Madness event in
Fostering in Faith: Makaylah (Texas)
Bright and sociable, Makaylah is passionate about skating and exploring new hobbies. Whether rollerblading in the park or practicing new tricks on her skateboard, she
Fostering in Faith: Ryan (Kansas)
Kind, thoughtful, and helpful, Ryan (14) wants and needs an adoptive family. He’s also a good friend and student who enjoys participating in theatre and
Embracing our mortality is a radical act of hope
Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I shall fear no evil; * for you are with me; your rod and
Black History Month: 2025 theme highlights labor
February is Black History Month, a month to celebrate African American achievements and culture. The Association for the Study of African American Life and History
The highest form of love is freely given
Judging by the uptick in commercials for jewelers, florists, and candy manufacturers, Valentine’s Day is nigh. As such, it seems natural to reflect upon the
Texas Home Visiting: Prevention is Power
Since August 2024, Saint Francis Ministries has partnered with Texas families in McLennan and Bell Counties to offer them hope in crisis and help them
Fostering in Faith: Giselle (Texas)
Bubbly, talkative, and funny, Giselle is an artist who enjoys coloring and working on arts and crafts. She also loves music and sings whenever she
Fostering in Faith: Kaliya, Kaiden, Kryslenn (Kansas)
Kaliya, 12; Kaiden, 9; and Kryslenn, 4, are siblings who deserve and hope for a two-parent family willing and able to adopt them together. All
Saint Francis Advocacy Team ready for 2025
With multiple state legislative sessions starting, the Saint Francis Ministries Advocacy Team stands ready to monitor and engage with legislation that could impact the children
Jim Deaton knows it takes a village – he’s lived it
If anyone’s story serves as a testimony to the power of community in shaping young lives, it’s Jim Deaton’s. Orphaned at birth, he was fortunate
