by Nermien Riad | Sep 7, 2018 | Coptic Church, Issues That Impact Children in Egypt, Martyr, Women
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...
by Nermien Riad | Aug 31, 2018 | Coptic Church, Visits to Egypt
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...
by Nermien Riad | Apr 12, 2018 | Visits to Egypt
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. –...
by Nermien Riad | Mar 12, 2018 | "The Widow's Cause"
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...
by Nermien Riad | Mar 12, 2018 | Issues: The Girl Child, Uncategorized, Valuable Girl Project
Speakers at Valuable Girl Project launch in Qena Dear Friend and Supporter of Valuable Girls, I’m excited to share some more good news with you about our Valuable Girl Project partnerships with local Community Development Associations (CDAs). Last time, I told...
