Voices News
By Jaimie Cura

The Rev. Pamela Briddle of First Church of Bethlehem, 21 Main St. South, is asking residents to extend the spirit of gift giving to the children and families in Mexico.

WFSB Eyewitness News

Nurnberger said that after meeting the children, he knew that he had to do something to make a difference in their lives.

The Republican American
By Paul Singley

The orphanage has gone from a place where children seldom had a decent meal, to a model children’s home that not only provides orphans with adequate food and shelter but also enjoys access to high-speed internet service.

Con el objetivo de conocer la labor desarrollada por distintos albergues que brindan atencion a ninas y ninos en circunstancias dificiles, la presidenta del Sistema DIF Estatal, Lourdes Salinas de Ruiz realizo un recorrido por distintas casas-hogar. En primer termino, la esposa del gobernador Ulises Ruiz visito la Casa-Hogar Benito Juarez ubicada en San Agustin [...]

“Where we were going was hot, and far away from home, but it was worth it. To be touched in this way opens minds and hearts, and it was spiritually good for us.”

While the Monroe group was there, the teachers were on strike so for even those who normally would attend, there was no formal schooling available.

The mission seemed simple enough and was embraced by the congregation.

The Fairfield Minute Man

“We have a wonderful school community that continues to think of the needs of those less fortunate than we are so, for me, it’s gratifying to see students, teachers and parents rallying around various causes…”

The Republican American
By Paul Singely

About 130 Simply Smiles volunteers help the families purchase material they need to build homes.

Green Bay Press Gazette
By Kelly Bruss

“I felt so happy,” said Lauralynn Renn, 16, a sophomore. She saw pictures of children playing with one of the toys her group purchased. “I was so excited for them, that they could have such a good time.”