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‘An Unbelievable Blessing’ — Mirelle Botros Reflects on Serve to Learn
I wanted to let you know that the last day to apply for the Jan. 16-Feb. 7 Serve to Learn session is Nov. 15! If you're wondering what I'm talking about, I'm glad you found this post. Keep reading to hear about Serve to Learn in an interview with Mirelle Botros. She...
25 Years, 25 Images of Egypt — A Quarter-Century’s Worth of Memories
Dear Friends, Today is the big day in Reston, Virginia... Coptic Orphans is celebrating 25 years of work for the love of the children of Egypt! Come be a part of the Gala! I look forward to seeing you this evening in Reston... and afterwards, if you can walk, swim or...
‘30,000 Children Empowered’? What Does That Even Mean?
Dear Friends, The big day — the Coptic Orphans 25th Anniversary Gala in the U.S. — is just hours away! I hope to see you all in Reston, VA on Oct. 11! (Tickets are still available here.) By now, you've probably seen the Gala's slogan, "25th...
Egypt, Leadership, and Putting Men on the Moon: An Interview With Dr. Farouk El-Baz
Our 25th Anniversary Gala in Reston, Virginia is now just days away! I was excited to have the opportunity to ask Dr. Farouk El-Baz, who will receive our Leading by Example Award at the Gala on Oct. 11, about the experiences and perspectives that have shaped his...
Did You Hear What His Holiness Said About You?
Dear Friends, September 28, 2014, was an amazing day. That's when His Holiness Pope Tawadros II blessed Coptic Orphans by appearing in person at our 25th Anniversary Gala in Canada to accept the Leading by Example Award. I can't describe what an honor it was...
How to Eat Well by Doing Good in Australia… In 4 Easy Steps
Dear Friends, I'm happy to share this story from Australia today! It comes from Mary Loka, our donor relations associate. So grateful to these folks for being there for the children... good on ya, mates! — Nermien Riad Amidst all the preparations for Coptic Orphans'...
Coptic Orphans Visits U.S. East Coast Churches for Martyrs Feast, Coptic New Year
We have many great traditions in our Church, where we come together as one family and celebrate our shared pride in our Coptic heritage. Many Coptic Churches recently celebrated the Martyrs Feast (El Nyrooz) and the new Coptic year. They had their annual festivals and...
Dr. Farouk El-Baz to Receive Leading by Example Award at Coptic Orphans’ 25th Anniversary Gala in U.S.
Our Gala celebrations for Coptic Orphans’ 25th Anniversary are now just days away! I'm looking forward to seeing so many of you at the Galas in Canada (Sept. 28) the United States (Oct. 11) and Australia (Nov. 9). You are the reason we've been able to reach this...
Leaping Over Australia’s Mountains & Deserts: A Short Tale That Amazed Us
Dear Friends, Today, I'd like to share the words of Nevine Iskander, who heads up our office in Australia. Exciting things you all are doing Down Under! — Nermien Riad I'm often amazed by the way God works here in Australia. Here on this huge continent,...
Your Video Invitation to the Coptic Orphans 25th Anniversary Gala in Canada Is Here!
Dear Friends, I'm excited to share this YouTube video invitation to the Coptic Orphans 25th Anniversary Gala in Canada on Sept. 28! It's an incredible honor that His Holiness will be there in person to accept the Leading by Example Award, and that Ambassador...
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