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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
Conversations | Ep. 09
Todd Hadnot and Vernon Kampe join Father Andrew O’Connor on this episode of Conversations to discuss how Project HEART is helping strengthen families through relationship
Support for Supporters of SFM’s Outdoor Playscape Project
Thanks to the Kansas Department of Commerce, Saint Francis Ministries has received $118,300 in Community Service Program (CSP) Tax Credits, which will be used to
Saint Francis Ministries welcomes three new members to the Board of Directors
Saint Francis Ministries announces three new additions to the nonprofit’s Board of Directors to fill vacancies left by the Reverend Don Compier, Mark Bowers, and
Strong Families Make Children’s Lives Better
Saint Francis Ministries has always believed that strong families make children’s lives better – and that strong families start with healthy ones. Through Project HEART
State Tax Credits Available When You Support Saint Francis Ministries’ Outdoor Playscape Project
Saint Francis Ministries is pleased to announce they have received $118,300 in Community Service Program (CSP) Tax Credits through the Kansas Department of Commerce. The
Fostering In Faith: Noah (Texas)
Vibrant and energetic, Noah, 11, has a wide range of talents and interests, including a natural athletic ability and a passion for sports. Whether tossing
Fostering In Faith: Zachary (Kansas)
Smart and sensitive, 15-year-old Zachary likes to read, cook, draw, and demonstrate his skills with trivia and fun facts. He says he’s also good at
Remember safety on this special Independence Day
This Fourth of July is special this year for a couple of reasons. As our nation marks its 250th anniversary, Saint Francis Ministries continues to
PTSD Awareness: Recovering from Trauma
For many kids who enter the child welfare system, trauma is their earliest memory. It can take the form of abuse, neglect, domestic violence, and
Be the father they need
This Father’s Day, Saint Francis Ministries honors those men who work hard every day to become the fathers their children need and deserve. At Saint
Saint Francis to host signing ceremony
Saint Francis Ministries will host a signing ceremony on Friday, June 26, to formalize the transfer of its Otis Avenue campus to Salina Area Technical
Reunification is always the goal
Foster Care has always been a temporary solution. It exists to provide a secure, loving environment where children can live while their parents/caregivers sort things
Every Child Deserves Protection
This month marks the International Day of Protection of Children (June 1), a global reminder that every child, regardless of background or circumstance, deserves to
Aubrey and Blake’s Story
Aubrey and Blake Jung have dedicated the past seven years to fostering children while also serving youth through their work with Saint Francis Ministries in
Jerone and Valerie’s Story
Jerone and Valerie Hunter have been fostering children through Saint Francis Ministries since 2018, turning their personal experiences and passion for helping others into a
Fostering In Faith: Isaiah, Jziah, and Domonic (Kansas)
Isaiah, 7, Jziah, 5, and Domonic, 4, are three precocious, active brothers who hope to find a family to adopt them together. Isaiah loves soccer
Fostering In Faith: Vincente (Texas)
Vincente, 12, is a bright, energetic boy with a curious mind and a love for hands-on activities. He enjoys electronics, his tablet, and video games,
Saint Francis Ministries Celebrates Adult Day Program Grand Re-Opening with Open House
Saint Francis Ministries invites the community to celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of its Adult Day Program at a brand-new location. The event will be held
Independence for Youth Aging Out of Foster Care
Every May, families across the nation celebrate the formal entry into adulthood and all it entails as young people graduate from high school. For most
Hope in Every Story: Honoring Mental Health and Trauma Awareness Month
May is National Mental Health and Trauma Awareness Month, a time to remember those whose struggles often go unseen, and to reaffirm our commitment to
Saint Francis Celebrates Foster Families
May is Foster Care Appreciation Month, an observance that Saint Francis Ministries holds near and dear to the heart. Foster parents are our valued partners
Mothers – Each One Matters
Sunday is Mother’s Day, and since we all have one – in some form or another – it’s a good time to talk about moms.
Good Day Kansas – The Need for Foster Parents with Holly Osborne
In this Good Day Kansas segment, Father Andrew shares how community partnerships play a vital role in the mission of Saint Francis Ministries. As Executive
Fostering In Faith: Zian (Texas)
Always eager to explore new ideas and to understand how things work, Zian, 16, approaches the world with wide-eyed wonder. His natural curiosity fuels his
Oklahoma and Kansas Join New Foster Care Initiative
Oklahoma was the first state to join back in February, and on March 26, Kansas became the seventh to join the “A Home for Every
Match Madness Remains a Blessing for Saint Francis
In what was our 14th year of participation, the Match Madness event has once again proven itself both a blessing and a friend to Saint
Executive Leadership Team Volunteers at Breakthrough
Around the time Saint Francis Ministries adopted the Volunteer Time Off policy as part of the organization’s 80th-anniversary celebration, the Executive Leadership Team also committed
SFM Highlighted at Episcopal Conference
In February, the Reverend Andrew O’Connor attended the 41st annual conference of the Episcopal Parish Network in Charlotte, North Carolina. The EPN conference brought together
SFM Advocacy Team Remains Focused on Priority Issues
As the Kansas legislative session winds down, activity across both chambers has intensified as lawmakers push to finalize key legislation. Saint Francis Ministries remains actively
National Superhero Day – Celebrating Everyday Heroes
Most heroes don’t wear capes – or Spandex. They simply show up. National Superhero Day, celebrated each year on April 28, was created in 1995