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Saint Francis Advocacy helps secure new permanency legislation
Saint Francis Ministries’ Advocacy Team helped make history in 2024 with the passage of the SOUL Family Option, making Kansas
Saint Francis Advocacy helps secure new permanency legislation
Saint Francis Ministries’ Advocacy Team helped make history in 2024 with the passage of the SOUL Family Option, making Kansas
SFM’s own pays it forward in a special way
It’s not uncommon for foster parents and Saint Francis employees to describe our work as a vocation. The satisfaction we derive from our job largely
Fostering in Faith: Myles (Texas)
Myles, 12, is a kind and cheerful young man who lights up any room he enters. He approaches everything with joy and excitement. Playing video
Fostering in Faith: Zachary (Kansas)
Imaginative and smart, 13-year-old Zachary likes to read and demonstrate his skill with trivia and fun facts. Curious about everything, he also enjoys playing video
In-Home Prevention models are essential to SFM’s work
Saint Francis Ministries’ focus on healing and hope enables us to achieve our vision of transforming lives and systems. One of the best ways to
Partnership Corner
Saint Francis connects with Episcopal conference-goers The Reverend Andrew O’Connor and Ginny Ellis attended the 40th annual conference of the Episcopal Parish Network in late
Sharing the SFM story through video and media
The Saint Francis Marketing and Communication team has added a new video to SFM’s growing success story collection about foster parents, clients, employees, and programs.
SFM has best Match Madness yet
Saint Francis Ministries scored more dollars than ever in its 13th year of participation in the Greater Salina Community Foundation’s (GSCF) Match Madness event. Inaugurated
Organizational Updates
Saint Francis Ministries receives accreditation Once again, The Joint Commission has accredited Saint Francis Ministries, continuing a streak unbroken for about four decades. Recognized as
Advocating for Change and Raising Awareness to Protect Children
SFM Advocacy focuses on system-level issues At Saint Francis Ministries, we know that strong programs alone aren’t enough to help children and families thrive; we
Saint Francis Ministries names Executive Directors of Prevention for Arkansas and Texas
Saint Francis Ministries is pleased to announce that Gretchen Clayton has been named Executive Director of In-Home Prevention Services for Arkansas Prevention and Katherine May
Lubbock event celebrates community relationships
Supporters, partners, and friends gathered on April 3 to celebrate Saint Francis Ministries and community connections at SFM’s Lubbock “Friendraiser” on the Buckner campus. Initially
Krista’s Story
Krista shares her powerful journey from a difficult childhood surrounded by addiction and incarceration to becoming a devoted mother on the path to recovery. After
The Resurrection Business
This year we celebrate the Resurrection of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, April 20. Remarkably and happily, this year Christians of all
Matt’s Story
Matt’s journey is a powerful story of redemption, resilience, and the impact of compassionate support. After struggling with a 15-year addiction and multiple CPS cases,
Siblings need each other, especially in foster care
“They share a biological connection, memories, and experiences that no one else can understand. Having someone who looks like them and understands their family culture
