by Nermien Riad | Jan 31, 2019 | Diaspora
Every day here at Coptic Orphans, I am reminded of the fact that God’s blessings come in every form, shape, and size. A beautiful blessing arrived in our Sydney office the other day in the form of a child’s piggy bank in the shape of an Australian Football...
by Nermien Riad | Dec 7, 2018 | Coptic Church, Diaspora, Issues That Impact Children in Egypt, Martyr
The world has seen too many modern-day martyrs, from the 21 Copts slain on the shores of Libya in 2015 to the most recent attack on the St. Samuel Monastery pilgrims this past November. Until recently, the only time we would see martyrs is by looking at icons on the...
by Nermien Riad | Oct 18, 2018 | Coptic Church, Diaspora, Martyr, Serve To Learn
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....
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 kbarsoum | Jun 1, 2018 | Approaches to Charity and Development, Diaspora, Wise (and Godly) Giving
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...
