Former Missionary Mary Kate honored by University of Notre Dame
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September 13-14, 2019
Former Missionary Mary Kate Battle (2010-2012) was recognized as a Domer Dozen, a program honoring graduates in recognition of their significant contributions and extraordinary dedication to making a difference. While at the Farm of the Child, Mary Kate taught math and served students with special needs. During her second year in Honduras, she took over as manager of the adolescent girl program. After earning a graduate international economics and international relations degree from Johns Hopkins, Battle joined Catholic Relief Services. At CRS, she has supported programming in Uganda, Jordan, Egypt, Bangladesh, Ethiopia, and Sierra Leone. Her work ranges from village microfinance initiatives and supporting refugees from the Rohingya and Syrian crises, to supporting vulnerable children and youth and inter-religious and inter-ethnic peacebuilding projects. We are so proud of Mary Kate and her continued service to bring a brighter future to many! Continue to read about this honor here! |
Missionary Wins Story Telling Prize!
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September 2019
Laura Camarata, missionary 2016-2018, is the WINNER of Catholic Volunteer Network’s annual Volunteer Story & Photo Contest. Her article, Choose Service Anyway, is featured as the cover story of the 2020 edition of their annual service magazine RESPONSE. Each year, Catholic Volunteer Network asks their member programs and their volunteers to submit stories and photos of their daily life to share and celebrate their experiences of faith-based service. Thank you, Laura, for sharing your experience and profound reflection! Read her article here! 
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Board of Directors Meet
July 27-28 2019
The Board of Directors of Farm of the Child gathered in The Hamptons, NY along with two representatives from the Board of Directors of Honduras to strategically plan for the upcoming year. The Board said good-bye to several retiring board members and welcomed Fr. Matthew K., CSC to the Board. As a part of this 2 day event the Board wishes to acknowledge and thank all of our former & current missionaries, donors, employees, Franciscan Sisters, and volunteers.
The Board of Directors of Farm of the Child gathered in The Hamptons, NY along with two representatives from the Board of Directors of Honduras to strategically plan for the upcoming year. The Board said good-bye to several retiring board members and welcomed Fr. Matthew K., CSC to the Board. As a part of this 2 day event the Board wishes to acknowledge and thank all of our former & current missionaries, donors, employees, Franciscan Sisters, and volunteers.
Missed our Summer Newsletter? Read it now!
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July 2019
Our most recent newsletter hit the presses last month. Click here to read about our new director, Maria Ofelia, a family's journey to Honduras, and a beautiful reflection on prayer written by missionary Emily W. As you read, join us as we give thanks for all members of community and continue to lift the Farm in prayer. In Emily's words, "Praise you Father for your work of redemption and resurrection in this place. Thank you for the freedom and joy our kids experience here. Protect them from any fear of the future. Teach me to encourage them in the little way of trust and love. I know that you are with them, that you do not leave them orphaned. Father, I entrust each of them to you." Amen. |
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Encountering Holy and Humble Hearts
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September 2018
Every summer, college students and recent college graduates volunteer to serve as summer missionaries at Farm of the Child. Megan W. recently reflected on her time spent teaching and serving at the Farm this summer for Notre Dame's Examine. She shared, " My heart was brought closer to Christ’s suffering heart when hearing stories of great hardship and trial, or in the more taxing moments of living in community or in the detachment required to live out a radically simplistic lifestyle. Above all else, my daily experiences and encounters drew me closer to the humble heart of Christ, leading to a transformation within my own human heart." Click and read the full article. |
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DINAF Recognition and CertificationJuly, 2018- Tegucigalpa, Honduras
This July, Finca del Niño was officially recognized by the Honduran Government as a children's home certified to provide Integral Protection and care to the children of Honduras. Finca del Niño is only the second private children's home to receive this distinction. Congratulations to our director, Franciscan sisters, psychologist, social workers, house staff, missionaries and all employees who serve the children and make the Finca a home. |
Small Things with Great LoveJuly 20, 2018- Safety Harbor, FL
Mother Teresa famously said, "Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love." The Farm of the Child has been so blessed by a community of supporters that take this message to heart. We wish to thank McKenzie and Camila of Safety Harbor, Florida who spent all day selling lemonade in order to support the Farm. Through their generosity, creativity and joy in serving, they remind us that we can all do small things and contribute to building God's Kingdom on Earth. Thank you, McKenzie and Camila! |
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Art & Hope Exhibit for the Children of Honduras a Great Success
July 11, 2018- St. Petersburg, FL
The Development Committee for Farm of the Child presented a night of art, hors d'oeuvres and community in order to raise funds and awareness for the children of the Farm. Current adolescents and children contributed original artwork that they had created in June. Their artwork was showcased alongside pieces from local artists and international handicrafts. The evening culminated with a presentation from the Development Committee about the mission of the Farm and the current needs. Thank you to everyone who came to celebrate the Farm and who contributed to the event!
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