by Nermien Riad | Mar 30, 2020 | Issues That Impact Children in Egypt
As the world is met with increasing challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, we pray you and your family are safe. We understand you may be concerned about the effect of COVID-19 on the children and families we serve in Egypt. We have been planning very diligently to... 
by Nermien Riad | Feb 20, 2020 | Martyr
The post below was published in 2015 on the day when the 21 martyrs submitted their spirits to the Lord. In commemoration of the 5th anniversary of their martyrdom (which was recently on February 15, 2020) here is the post. Mourning the 21 martyrs at candlelit vigil,... 
by Nermien Riad | Feb 10, 2020 | Diaspora
For those of us not well-acquainted with Pope Cyril IV (not to be confused with the well-known, Pope Cyril VI), he was a man of God who accomplished much during his relatively short papacy, serving as the 110th Pope of Alexandria and Patriarch of the See of St. Mark.... 
by Nermien Riad | Dec 3, 2019 | Child Protection, Egypt Church-Based Volunteers, Workshops
On an afternoon, like most days, Mina was walking home from school. But little did Mina know, this day would be unlike any other. It would be a day that he would remember for years to come. Mina was stopped by a stranger, a young man in his 20s, who seemed... 
by Nermien Riad | Nov 21, 2019 | Child Protection
Jesus said, “Let the little children come unto me, and do not forbid them: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.” -Matthew 19:14 This holiday season, I know you will have the opportunity to embrace your children and tell them how much you love them… I know you are...