GRATEFUL

First of all, we want to thank the Lord for His guidance, protection, and faithfulness throughout these past weeks. We have seen His hand at work in so many ways, and we are deeply grateful for His constant presence.

We also want to thank you for your prayers and generous financial support. Because of your partnership, we are able to be the hands and feet of Jesus here on the ground in Ukraine. Your faithfulness enables us to serve, love, and share the hope of Christ with those around us.

Just a week ago, we returned from ministry in Zaporizhzhia, and tomorrow we begin another camp here at our base in the Dnipro region.
Before we jump into this next week of ministry, we want to share a few testimonies of what God has been doing. These stories are not only about our team—they are about what you are a part of through your prayers, encouragement, and faithful support.

God's Protection and Peace

During our camp in Zaporizhzhia, we heard an explosion on the very first day. One of the boys became very frightened and couldn't calm down. Our camp coordinator invited everyone to pray, and together we asked God to take away his fear and fill him with His peace. After we prayed, the boy became calm and was able to enjoy the rest of the camp without fear.
We didn't hear any more explosions for the remainder of the camp, and we are deeply grateful to God for His protection, His peace, and His faithfulness throughout the week.

Experiencing His Presence

"During one of our calls to prayer, a little girl suddenly began to cry. I quietly asked her what was wrong, and she replied, "I'm crying because I'm so happy." It was a deeply moving moment to witness a child experiencing God's love so personally and sincerely."

— Lilit, mentor of the 6–7-year-old group

Let's Go to Church

"The grandmother of one of the girls shared how deeply the camp had impacted her granddaughter. When she returned home, she asked her parents if they could go to church together on Sunday.
When her mother hesitated, the little girl insisted—she had already checked and knew that her mom wasn't scheduled to work that Sunday. Her grandmother shared with a smile that her granddaughter kept talking about the camp, asking questions, sharing everything she had experienced, and saying how much she wanted to come back."

— Olesia, testimony from the camp in Zaporizhzhia

Love Changes Hearts

"In my group, there was a boy who kept his distance from everyone from the very first day. During one of our prayer times, I asked God how I could reach him. I felt the Lord gently answer, "Just love these children." From that moment, I began intentionally showing genuine interest in his life. Little by little, he opened up, shared about some difficult situations in his family, and by the end of the camp, he was smiling and even said, "You're cool." Once again, I was reminded that God's love can reach even the most guarded hearts."

— Polina, testimony from the camp in Hostomel

It is such a privilege, and so dear to our hearts, that the Lord allows us to bring joy, peace, and the Good News to places that have experienced so much brokenness.
These children have grown up knowing the difference between the sound of bombs, drones, and rockets. Yet in the midst of fear and uncertainty, God continues to remind them that they are deeply loved and never forgotten.
God sees every child personally and loves each one deeply.

Meet Nika: A Heart for Children

Nika loves Jesus and has a special heart for children. She has been serving with our team for more than two years, leading worship and coordinating the Sunday School ministry in Znamenivka.

Her greatest desire is for every child to know Jesus personally and experience His love. Throughout the summer, Nika helps lead our children's camps, pouring her heart into every child she meets.
Whether she's leading worship, teaching, or simply spending time with the children, Nika is a tremendous blessing to our team in every season. We are so grateful for her faithful service and the way God uses her to impact the next generation.

Nika is not serving alone. Her brother, Yegor, and their mother, Oksana, are also faithfully serving children and are part of our summer camp ministry this season.

Just a month ago, Nika's stepfather was drafted into the army. Then, only a week ago, their home was destroyed in a drone attack. Almost everything they owned was lost. Only a few documents, some dishes, and a small amount of money were recovered from the ruins.

This is what their home looks like today.
Please keep Nika and her family in your prayers as they walk through this incredibly difficult season. Pray that the Lord would comfort them, provide for their needs, and strengthen their faith each day.
If God places it on your heart, we also invite you to support this family by partnering with Nika in her ministry. Your monthly support will help her continue serving children in Ukraine, sharing the hope of the Gospel with the next generation even in the midst of war.

We are currently raising funds to cover the expenses of our upcoming children’s camps in Znamenivka and Oleksandriia, as well as REVIVAL Youth Camp in the Carpathian Mountains.

We are so grateful for each of you who has already given toward this summer camp season! Together, we have raised more than $6,700, but we still need $5,300 to cover the remaining expenses.

Would you consider partnering with us to help make Christ known and share His love with children and young people across Ukraine?

Together, we can reach the next generation with the hope of the Gospel.