by Nermien Riad | Sep 2, 2016 | Issues:Education, Sponsorship
I’m writing to share good news about the fruits of Coptic Orphans’ work in education for the children. In 2015, a record-breaking 69 hard-working Coptic Orphans youths were awarded scholarships. With your prayers, love, and encouragement, with the...
by Nermien Riad | Oct 30, 2015 | Issues:Education, Sponsorship
I am pleased to announce that Dr. Neveen Waheeb joined Coptic Orphans in August. Dr. Waheeb’s expertise in educational psychology adds depth to our team. In her new post, she will be in charge of capacity-building for our already strong field staff. Dr....
by Nermien Riad | Feb 16, 2015 | Sponsorship
Our hearts and prayers go out to the families of those murdered in Libya for their Christian faith. We know these families are feeling unimaginable pain because of the Islamic State’s atrocities, and we are filled with sorrow at the suffering of...
by Nermien Riad | Oct 1, 2014 | Approaches to Charity and Development, Diaspora, Sponsorship
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...
by Nermien Riad | May 28, 2014 | Coptic Church, Diaspora, Sponsorship
It was a warm April morning in Minya when I sat down to chat with George. That’s when I found out you’re a grandparent. Surprised? I was, too. It took being in Egypt, sitting there with George, to wake me up. To remind me that God decides what happens to...