by Nermien Riad | Sep 7, 2018 | Coptic Church, Issues That Impact Children in Egypt, Martyr, Women
Dear Friend, My staff and I are getting ready to celebrate Coptic Orphans’ 30th Anniversary Galas in September and October later this year, and as I reflect back on the last 30 years, I can’t help but think of two words: heroism and sacrifice. We have decided to honor... 
by Nermien Riad | Aug 31, 2018 | Coptic Church, Visits to Egypt
Today’s guest post comes from Fr. Michael Sorial, a dear friend of mine and priest serving at St. Anianus Coptic Orthodox Church in central New Jersey. Fr. Michael is the President and co-founder of Agora University, an online private Orthodox Christian... 
by Nermien Riad | Aug 23, 2018 | Diaspora, Issues: Child Labor, Issues:Education, Sponsorship, Visits to Egypt
As a teenager growing up in America, I couldn’t wait until my 16th birthday so I could finally start to drive. Then when I turned 17, I couldn’t wait to be 18 so I could vote. After reaching that milestone, I started college and found myself impatiently counting the... 
by Nermien Riad | May 10, 2018 | "The Widow's Cause", Women
Recently, it seems like a women’s movement is taking over the world to empower women, safeguard their rights, augment their voices, and give them more chances to succeed. But while some women march for their rights or demand equal pay, others exists beyond the reach... 
by Nermien Riad | Apr 19, 2018 | Diaspora, Uncategorized
Dear Friends, I hope that you and your family have had a joyous Feast of the Resurrection this year, and that the Holy 50 days are a source of endless blessings for you. If you are anything like me, you spend a lot of time in April looking at your tax returns and...