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If Tattoos Could Talk
Let me start off by saying that tattoos are not for everyone. Given the more common deterrents such as the pain involved or the potential health risks associated with getting “inked”, some might wonder why anyone would willingly choose to permanently mark themselves....
Who Runs the World? Girls!
This year, as Coptic Orphans celebrates 30 years of serving Egypt’s fatherless children at our anniversary galas, we will recognize three bright young women by honoring each of them with our Leading By Example award. We are so proud of Martina Shenouda, Barbara...
“We raise our children so that they could go to Heaven”
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...
Fr. Michael Sorial Reflects on his Sponsor Visit to Botrosaya Church Martyr’s Home
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 university...
You Can Never Be Too Young to Make a Difference
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...
May God Repose Dr. Fayez’s Soul, and May We Learn From His Living Example
Dear Friends, There is great sadness in my heart for the passing away of Dr. Fayez Michel, but with that sadness I also have great hope in, and knowledge of the resurrection of our Lord, God, and Savior Jesus Christ. I want to offer my sincerest condolences to his...
She Wouldn’t Let Depression Stop Her from Doing Good
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...
How to Benefit from Donating your Stocks
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...
He Supported the Kids for 24 Years…and Now They Finally Meet
Dear Friends, I’m so happy to share with you a reflection from a long-time generous supporter of Coptic Orphans, Dr. Kamal Ibrahim from Chicago, who had the opportunity to go on a field visit to Egypt to see our work in action. Here’s what he had to say. - Nermien...
Seamstress by Day, Hero by Night
Dear Friend, Thanks to your support and generosity, 2018 is already off to a great start for many widowed mothers who are being empowered through our B’edaya project. They are beginning, or are expanding, income-generating projects through loans and coaching in...
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