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Sometimes, the best place for a child is not with their biological parent(s). In that case, the best place is with a grandparent, aunt, uncle, older sibling, or close family friend. We call such a situation kinship care. Kinship care means placing a child who has entered foster care with
Sometimes, the best place for a child is not with their biological parent(s). In that case, the best place is with a grandparent, aunt, uncle, older sibling, or close family friend. We call such a situation kinship care. Kinship care means placing a child who has entered foster care with
Each September, Suicide Prevention Month reminds us that hope and help are always within reach. Despite increased awareness, suicide remains one of the leading causes of death in the United States. In 2024, 48,824 Americans died by suicide, making it the 10th leading cause of death nationwide, at a rate
Saint Francis Ministries announces that James Tagliareni has joined the not-for-profit child and welfare organization as its new Chief Information Officer. Tagliareni’s responsibilities will include providing leadership and oversight for Saint Francis Ministries’ information technology, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and information systems, with a focus on supporting the organization’s mission and the
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 education, parenting classes, and individualized support. Building on the success of the former Fatherhood FIRE program, Project HEART now serves fathers, mothers, couples, and co-parents
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 the Saint Francis Ministries “Conversations” podcast, Father Andrew O’Connor sits down
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 education, parenting classes, and individualized support. Building on the success of the former Fatherhood FIRE program, Project HEART now serves fathers, mothers, couples, and co-parents
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 out and make their home a healthy place for their kids. Sometimes, for a variety
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 in providing healing and hope to children. Foster parents open their homes and hearts –
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 out and make their home a healthy place for their kids. Sometimes, for a variety
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 in providing healing and hope to children. Foster parents open their homes and hearts –
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
In recognition of National Reunification Month, staff in Lubbock and Amarillo hosted celebration ceremonies to recognize every family across Region 1 that was successfully reunified over the past year, from July to June. Over the past 12 months, more than
Saint Francis Ministries CEO William Clark recognized the latest Employees of the Quarter during Thursday’s Town Hall Meeting: Tereasa Mansfield, Foster Care Homes Parent Navigator, and James Viele-Assman, QA Specialist. We asked them a few questions so we can all
Saint Francis relies heavily on our community partners to fulfill our mission of bringing healing and hope to children and families, especially when someone we serve needs quick help. Take City Bank in Lubbock, Texas, for instance. Already a steady
The ninth and most recent installment of Saint Francis Ministries’ video series, “Conversations,” is now ready to view. If you haven’t checked these out yet, now’s a good time to do just that. The Reverend Andrew O’Connor does a great
In recognition of National Reunification Month, staff in Lubbock and Amarillo hosted celebration ceremonies to recognize every family across Region 1 that was successfully reunified over the past year, from July to June. Over the past 12 months, more than
Saint Francis Ministries CEO William Clark recognized the latest Employees of the Quarter during Thursday’s Town Hall Meeting: Tereasa Mansfield, Foster Care Homes Parent Navigator, and James Viele-Assman, QA Specialist. We asked them a few questions so we can all
Saint Francis relies heavily on our community partners to fulfill our mission of bringing healing and hope to children and families, especially when someone we serve needs quick help. Take City Bank in Lubbock, Texas, for instance. Already a steady
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