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Trapped Behind the Scam
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons falls on July 30. This year’s United Nations campaign, “Trapped Behind the Scam,” addresses
Trapped Behind the Scam
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons falls on July 30. This year’s United Nations campaign, “Trapped Behind the Scam,” addresses
‘Sometimes life gets worse before it gets better’
This time, she waited too long. By the time Zalecia got to Wesley Medical Center, the broken pencil she’d swallowed had passed through her stomach
Saint Francis Ministries Names New Executive Director of Development and Celebrates an ‘Above-and-Beyond’ Career
Saint Francis Ministries is pleased to announce that Ginny Ellis has been named the nonprofit child and family services organization’s new Executive Director of Development.
It’s hot out there: Tips for summer safety
It’s officially summer, which means we’re all spending more time outdoors – in the sun, in the water, and in the heat. That’s why we
Good Day Kansas – Longevity & Transitioning to Leadership with Trish Bryant
In this Good Day Kansas segment, Trish Bryant reflects on her 40-year journey with the organization as she prepares for retirement. What began as a
All families deserve an opportunity to reunify
June is National Reunification Month. We celebrate it because even though Saint Francis Ministries provides foster care services, we work hard to help families heal
Everyone deserves healing and hope
According to the Human Rights Campaign, nearly 400,000 children and youth are in foster care in the United States. At least 30 percent of those
Fostering In Faith: Robert (Texas) and Marlie (Kansas)
Robert (Texas) At 14 years old, Robert has already endured a lot in a short time. He longs for a family to call his own
Good Day Kansas – Rapid Response with Jessica Ristich
In this Good Day Kansas segment, Jessica Ristich, Director of The Care Center at Saint Francis Ministries, discusses the Immediate Response Team, a dedicated group
Education Supports Benefits Kansas Students in Foster Care
May and June are typically the graduation months, when families gather to celebrate the academic achievements of children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Whether they’re graduating
Good Day Kansas – Employee Recruitment with Lisa Miller
In this Good Day Kansas segment, Lisa Miller, Reintegration Supervisor at Saint Francis Ministries, shares her passion for helping children and families reunite safely. With
Mental illness and trauma often walk hand-in-hand
Mental Health Awareness Month takes place every May, which makes it a good time to explore the connections between mental illness and trauma, especially as
May is National Foster Care Month
Foster parents come in all shapes and sizes. You don’t have to be wealthy, married, or live in a big house … You just have
Fostering In Faith Kansas: Kyle
Active and always up for something new, 13-year-old Kyle just wants a permanent home and family. He loves to play video games and works hard
Fostering In Faith Texas: Tori
Energetic, adventurous, and full of life, 11-year-old Tori loves to stay active and have fun with her friends. Possessing an incredible imagination, she can spend
Saint Francis Ministries to honor Scheels for giving back to the Wichita community
Saint Francis Ministries is pleased to announce that the child and family services organization will honor Scheels® of Wichita on Wednesday, May 8, for the
A good day to pray
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Today our country observes the National Day of Prayer. Established by a joint resolution
April 28 is National Superhero Day
Marvel Cinematic Universe aside, superheroes are generally low-key. They don’t make a big deal about being superheroes, nor do they wear flashy costumes that draw
Good Day Kansas – Advocacy with Matt Stephens
In this Good Day Kansas segment, Matt Stevens, Vice President of Advocacy at Saint Francis Ministries, shared insights into the organization’s efforts to support children
Saint Francis Ministries awarded Texas Home Visiting grant
Saint Francis Ministries is one of 15 organizations to recently receive the Texas Home Visiting (THV) grant award from the Prevention and Early Intervention Division
Sexual assault is a serious problem
Nearly 1 in 5 women in the United States have experienced rape or attempted rape some time in their lives, and 1 in 67 American
Saint Francis Ministries announces transition of Cheshire Adult Residential Program to REM Mississippi
Saint Francis Ministries is pleased to announce an agreement in principle to transition services for the Cheshire Adult Residential Program in Gulfport, Mississippi, from Saint
Siblings and shared childhood
Perhaps author Clara Ortega describes the relationship between siblings best: “To the outside world, we all grow old. But not to brothers and sisters. We
Good Day Kansas – Substance Use Addiction with John McDowell
In this Good Day Kansas segment, John McDowell, Chief Information Officer at Saint Francis Ministries, shares his personal journey with substance abuse and how the
Thousands of Saint Francis Ministries children in foster care to receive duffle bags, bibles, and teddy bears
Saint Francis Ministries children in foster care in Kansas and Nebraska will soon receive duffle bags, teddy bears, and bibles to call their own, thanks
Wear blue with Saint Francis Ministries to help prevent child abuse
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, which makes blue the color of the day … and the month. Saint Francis Ministries is kicking off
Saint Francis Ministries Announces Transition of Cheshire Adult Residential Program to Sevita
Saint Francis Ministries announces that that the nonprofit organization will transition services for the Cheshire Adult Residential Program in Gulfport, Mississippi, from Saint Francis Ministries
Fostering In Faith: Kinsey, Draven, and Nellie
Kinsey (6), Draven (3), and Nellie (2), are three adorable siblings who need a forever family to call their own. We especially hope they can
Easter and our human need to search for meaning and purpose
As every child knows with absolute certainty, Christmas is always celebrated on December 25th. There is no need to consult the lunar calendar, no complex
Kansas awarded contracts, Texas campus changes
Kansas awards CMS contract to Saint Francis The State of Kansas has awarded Saint Francis Ministries the case management services contract for Areas 1 and
Saint Francis Ministries involved in multi-state advocacy efforts
The Saint Francis Ministries Advocacy Team has remained busy over the last month monitoring bills and working to positively influencing policies that impact child welfare.