by Nermien Riad | Aug 16, 2013 | Coptic Church, Egypt Revolution
August 14 will be remembered by many generations to come. It’s the day our Church stood firm in its faith and as meek as “a lamb before its shearer” against vicious attacks. I was beside myself with rage hearing of churches in Egypt set... 
by Nermien Riad | Jul 31, 2013 | Approaches to Charity and Development, Issues That Impact Children in Egypt
The brave men and women protesting last month were able to change the course of history for Egypt. Their courage and outspokenness must have passed on to some of our children in Egypt as well. Most of the children in our program deal with things in their daily life,... 
by Nermien Riad | Jul 17, 2013 | Egypt Revolution
We all have been following closely news coming out of Egypt as the situation there continues to unravel. Volunteer Reps are finding it more challenging than ever to continue their visits to the children. As a matter of fact, one of them shared: “We have to be cautious... by Nermien Riad | Jul 10, 2013 | "The Widow's Cause", Approaches to Charity and Development
Verena put on her black gown for the first time after she lost her husband. It was a public signal that she was a widow. Other women now avoided her when she walked down the dusty roads of her village, Nag El Kesariya. Some in Egypt see a woman without a husband as... by Nermien Riad | Jun 12, 2013 | Serve To Learn
Nikki’s teacher peered at her across the drawing board. The echo of the empty classroom amplified the austerity of his words. “You’ll never make any money doing that. You’re crazy to scrap all your plans.” Before Nikki went to Egypt with...