There’s the family you were born into and the family you choose. John Arellano, JP, has both. One of Saint Francis Ministries’ longest serving foster parents, he’s built his family
September is National Child Welfare Workforce Development Month, so throughout the month, we plan to celebrate our employees and the vital work they do every day. From frontline social workers
Saint Francis turns 77 years old today, which speaks to the extraordinary resilience and purpose of this ministry and the people who have dedicated themselves to the protection of children
The Saint Francis Ministries vision consists of five impactful words. To transform lives and systems. Daily, through the commitment of more than 1,550 employees working with or in support of
People come to Saint Francis Residential treatment facilities for lots of reasons. Young people come with a variety of behavioral and emotional challenges. Many have experienced complex traumas that can
Most people think of foster care when they hear “Saint Francis Ministries.” And that makes sense, especially since it’s one of our most recognizable programs. Yet, with this recognition, comes
Commitment to children and families doesn’t end with the work that’s detailed in a Saint Francis job description – especially for many of our employees. When you help vulnerable kids
Mary Gaston was just a little girl when she discovered a birth certificate with the name “Margaret” on it. It had to be her. The only other kids in the
If anyone believes in redemption, it’s The Reverend Phil Snyder. For this Episcopal deacon, new beginnings are made possible through reconciliation and forgiveness. If that notion sounds familiar, it’s because
For five years, it had been just the two of them. And they liked it that way. They traveled, spent time with friends, and had the time of their lives.
