The Lord’s Day in Izhevsk

img_8951.jpgToday is Sunday — the Lord’s Day, which is a special day for Christians all over the world, as believers attend church and worship God. Today was also a special day for the Expedition, as we were able to present the Gospel to people who do not normally attend church. It was also special because new records were set by the cyclists, and not intentionally. [Continue reading The Lord’s Day in Izhevsk …]

Russian Media Spread the Word

men-from-naberezhnie-chelny.jpgEncouraged by the news that brothers and sisters in various parts of Russia were also cycling and had evangelistic events in their towns that morning, we started on our way. Three Christian men from Naberezhnie Chelny accompanied us. One man was on scooter, and two other were on bikes. [Continue reading Russian Media Spread the Word …]

Help from the Mayor’s Office

img_3967.jpgToday’s report begins with a brief note from a local Russian pastor . . .

Peace be unto you! On June the 22nd, the Gospel Expedition arrived here in Chistopol. Our church met the cyclists and warmly welcomed them. An evangelistic meeting had been scheduled for 6 p.m. at a local club, and representatives of the town administration were present. [Continue reading Help from the Mayor’s Office …]

Reaching Russian Youth in Kazan

guest-riders.jpgEvery day we visit a new republic within the Russian Federation. The team covered 160 km today and arrived at Kazan, the 1,000-year-old capital city of Tatarstan. The Pastor of Nazareth UECB Church met us, as well as a crew from the TV channel STS. After an interview, we invited them to the church worship service where they readily came and were pleasantly surprised. [Continue reading Reaching Russian Youth in Kazan …]

Bicycles - Bringing People Together

bike-club-director.jpgNew day, new city, new acquaintances. We asked God’s blessings and headed for Ioshkar-Ola, which means “Beautiful City.” It’s the capital city of the Mari-El Republic. As we drew near, we met the leader of a bicycling school and his students. He gladly showed us the photos about his former cycling adventures when he traveled to Vladivostok on his bike. We were glad to see pictures of the roads on which we’d have to travel. [Continue reading Bicycles - Bringing People Together …]