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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 by Marvel Comics to honor those who protect and inspire us. While the holiday began with comic book icons, it focuses on the real-life 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 by Marvel Comics to honor those who protect and inspire us. While the holiday began with comic book icons, it focuses on the real-life heroes
The eighth installment of Saint Francis Ministries’ video series, “Conversations,” has just wrapped and is ready to view. Our newest episode, “Health Care Equity and Dignity,” features an engaging conversation about the Saint Francis Ministries’ commitment to health care equity through practice and training. Fr. Andrew O’Connor, Executive Officer for
On National Adoption Day in Amarillo, Texas, Saint Francis Ministries celebrated the power of family as the Torres family made it official, adding three brothers to a home where two sisters were already thriving. What began as a simple call for placement turned into a journey of faith, love, and
In this episode of the Saint Francis Ministries Conversations podcast, Father Andrew O’Connor sits down with Chief Clinical Officer Amanda Pfannenstiel and Director of Corporate Training Christy Sanders to discuss the organization’s commitment to healthcare equity. They explore how St. Francis has woven equity into its strategic pillars, from data
In this episode of the Saint Francis Ministries “Conversations” podcast, Father Andrew O’Connor sits down
In this episode of the Saint Francis Ministries “Conversations” podcast, Father Andrew O’Connor sits down
In this episode of “Conversations,” we sit down with the Andrews family to talk about
In this episode of the Saint Francis Ministries Conversations podcast, Father Andrew O’Connor sits down with Chief Clinical Officer Amanda Pfannenstiel and Director of Corporate Training Christy Sanders to discuss the organization’s commitment to healthcare equity. They explore how St. Francis has woven equity into its strategic pillars, from data
The following story comes from an interview conducted with Larry and Rachel in their home in the small town of Victoria, Kansas, in May. We were recently saddened to learn that Larry passed away on July 8, which makes his
Last month, we featured a quote from Catherine Leake, a Sterling, Kansas, foster parent, to highlight the importance of siblings remaining together when placed in foster care. Since May is National Foster Care Month, we’re sharing Catherine’s full story. Hopefully,
The following story comes from an interview conducted with Larry and Rachel in their home in the small town of Victoria, Kansas, in May. We were recently saddened to learn that Larry passed away on July 8, which makes his
Last month, we featured a quote from Catherine Leake, a Sterling, Kansas, foster parent, to highlight the importance of siblings remaining together when placed in foster care. Since May is National Foster Care Month, we’re sharing Catherine’s full story. Hopefully,
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 Francis Ministries, we say that often … because it’s true.
Saint Francis and Christmas Never Fail to Deliver Smiles Once again, Saint Francis Ministries’ Christmas for Kids campaign delivered hope and holiday cheer to hundreds of children in foster care. We are deeply grateful to everyone who worked so hard
One of the hallmarks of Conversations, Saint Francis Ministries’ bi-monthly video series, is the opportunity to hear directly from individuals whose leadership and service have helped shape the organization’s impact over time. Produced by the Marketing & Communications team and
Saint Francis Ministries Online Courses for CEUs and Professional Development The Saint Francis Ministries Training Department now offers public access to 26 self-paced online courses, developed in response to requests from partners and community members seeking continuing education units (CEUs)
While the Fatherhood FIRE grant concluded last year, Saint Francis Ministries remains deeply committed to providing comprehensive parenting education and family support. In late 2025, Saint Francis announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Children
Saint Francis and Christmas Never Fail to Deliver Smiles Once again, Saint Francis Ministries’ Christmas for Kids campaign delivered hope and holiday cheer to hundreds of children in foster care. We are deeply grateful to everyone who worked so hard
One of the hallmarks of Conversations, Saint Francis Ministries’ bi-monthly video series, is the opportunity to hear directly from individuals whose leadership and service have helped shape the organization’s impact over time. Produced by the Marketing & Communications team and
Saint Francis Ministries Online Courses for CEUs and Professional Development The Saint Francis Ministries Training Department now offers public access to 26 self-paced online courses, developed in response to requests from partners and community members seeking continuing education units (CEUs)
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