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 and punctured her colon. Too
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. Ellis will lead the Saint
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 need to remain especially attentive
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 so their children can safely
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 youth identify as LGBTQ+. Why
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 and restore magic to his
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 from high school, college, or
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 it relates to children. Research
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 to care. Here at Saint
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 to progress through the various
