by | Oct 7, 2013 | Coptic Church, Egypt Revolution
His Grace Bishop Angaelos, General Bishop of the Coptic Church in the United Kingdom addressed the situation of Copts in Egypt at the Institute of Catholic Culture on October 1, 2013. 
by Nermien Riad | Oct 1, 2013 | Coptic Church, Egypt Church-Based Volunteers, Egypt Revolution
“Our house is engulfed in flames. Hurry before they kill us.” The distressed sister of our volunteer Rep Saeed placed a frantic call for help as the pro-Morsi mob burnt down her house in Diabiya, Beni Suef. With these words ringing loud, Rep Saeed raced out to... 
by Nermien Riad | Sep 20, 2013 | Approaches to Charity and Development, Egypt Revolution
When Atef’s mother heard a faint knock on the door, she was relieved thinking her son was back with bread for dinner. Nothing prepared her for the shocking sight she was about to see. Standing in the doorway supported by two men; drenched in blood, the 14-year... 
by | Sep 5, 2013 | Approaches to Charity and Development, Egypt Revolution, Issues That Impact Children in Egypt, Issues:Education
While Egypt is going through the darkest days in its history with churches torched, businesses ransacked and innocent people killed, Coptic Orphans continues to plough through the religious divide and plants seeds of unity and harmony. Despite the turmoil and violence... 
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 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...