Forward in Hope

As we near the end of 2025, we hope you’ll take a few minutes to browse the Saint Francis Ministries website. In this, our 80th year, even a quick look

The Reverend Robert Mize Jr. founded Saint Francis Boys’ Home in 1945 in Ellsworth, Kansas, to serve 12 adolescent boys who needed a second shot at life. Today, Saint Francis

While Saint Francis has likely been brightening children’s holidays for decades, Christmas for Kids (CFK) officially began in 2000 – making this the 25th anniversary of the beloved tradition, celebrated

Each October, Substance Use and Misuse Prevention Month highlights the vital importance of preventing substance abuse, honoring those who have died due to substance use, and supporting those in recovery.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to help raise awareness about an often-hidden issue that affects millions of families every year. For those who work in child welfare,

Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and accepted – at home, in school, and in their community. Yet for too many young people, bullying remains a painful reality that

Each September, Suicide Prevention Month reminds us that hope and help are always within reach. Suicide is a leading cause of death in the United States, yet it is preventable

On Sunday, we celebrated Grandparents Day, which is more than an observance; it’s a reminder of the powerful role grandparents play in the lives of children. Their love, wisdom, and

“I wanted to work in the lumber yard; that’s how it all began,” says Robbie Jones. “When I lived in Bay St. Louis (Mississippi), I helped a guy who remodeled

Today, Saint Francis Ministries celebrates the 80th anniversary of our founding by the Reverend Robert Mize Jr. That’s eight decades dedicated to serving young people and families. It’s 80 years