The Magazine of Methodist Children’s Home
Healthy Relationships Play Crucial Role in the MCH Mission People need connection. We are born with the desire to connect. We find meaning and purpose through our relationships with others. So what happens when you don’t feel that connection? According to scientific research from “Hardwired to Connect,” a report from the Commission on Children at […]
Linda Rodriguez is getting by through her strength and love for her family. She became the primary caregiver for her grandchildren after tragedy struck her family not just once, but twice. Through the support of MCH Family Outreach, she has found a way to keep her family strong. A three-bedroom home in San Antonio is […]
MCH kids have a summer full of activities, games, sunshine and sweet treats. Enjoy these photos of all the fun had during an MCH summer!
Congratulations to our students who earned their high school diplomas this year! MCH had 17 students graduate from the MCH charter school. A special thanks to First United Methodist Church of Waco for again hosting our graduation ceremony.
Galen feels at home in a country environment. Originally from Canada, he lived on a farm for six years before moving to Stephenville, Texas, with his mother and father where he spent two years learning to rope and ride horses. But after his parents separated, he started to have a tough time adjusting to the […]
Achievement in education is a strong value young people receive at Methodist Children’s Home. Through scholarship opportunities available to MCH graduates to continue their education after high school, youth who previously might not have considered attending college find the support and motivation to create a bright future. Leticia Alilionwu came to MCH when she was 12 […]
Since 1890, Methodist Children’s Home has had an impact on many generations of children and families looking for a fresh start and opportunity to improve their lives. The pages of Legacy of Hope, a historical book released earlier this year, chronicles important stages in the life of the ministry while also sharing nostalgic memories for […]
Generosity is demonstrated in a variety of ways. Some people, like Theo Embry, seem to have covered them all. According to his daughter, Elaine Embry-Mullins, her father lives his life generously through his relationships, gifts, talents, and actions. “My father did so many things – he worked with his hands as a builder, sold insurance […]
Legacy Luncheon Celebrates Estate Gifts Methodist Children’s Home showed its gratitude for estate gifts during the 2017 Legacy Luncheon held on June 16 at the Johnson Student Center. Four families were honored during the ceremony and received bronze plaques that will be placed in the Mulkey Memorial Heritage Garden. The garden, located next to the […]
MCH Student Awards 2017 Methodist Children’s Home celebrated student achievements for the 2016-17 school year during an awards ceremony on May 22 at the Johnson Student Center. During the ceremony, students from the MCH charter school, operated in partnership with the University of Texas – University Charter School system, were recognized for academic honors and […]
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