Representing the Union of Evangelical Christians-Baptists of Russia
UN: 158,000 Flee Homes in South Ossetia/Georgia CrisisAugust 22, 2008 |
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. . . the number of refugees fleeing the fighting has reached about 158,000 according to the United Nations. In addition, all sides in the short, but intense conflict appear to be backing away from the initial death toll announced. . . . Continue reading UN: 158,000 Flee Homes in South Ossetia/Georgia Crisis |
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If you would like to contribute toward help for the refugees from South Ossetia and the other regions affected by this conflict, you can do so here. |
Prayer Alert: Another Crisis Opportunity for the Beslan ChurchAugust 14, 2008 |
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The refugee families from South Ossetia have flooded north into the cities of North Ossetia, and into the southern Russian regions of Kabardino-Balkaria, Rostov, Stavropol, and Krasnodar. In all of these regions we have SGA-sponsored church planters and partner UECB churches. . . . Continue reading Prayer Alert: Another Crisis Opportunity for the Beslan Church |
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Armed Conflict Breaks Out in GeorgiaAugust 12, 2008 |
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International leaders are voicing grave concern in the wake of armed conflict that broke out late last week between Russia and neighboring Georgia. The Russian government said that 2,000 people have been killed since Friday, but these numbers have not yet been independently confirmed. . . . |
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Innercircle PerspectiveAugust 2008 |
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As I write, the final accounting has not yet been accomplished, but the results so far are encouraging. As our doors of opportunity are closing, it is you and our other precious partners in the Gospel who make all of our vital ministries possible. . . . |
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A New Family in ChristAugust 2008 |
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Vitaly Kuchinsky knows something about sacrifice and being an outcast. If you were to meet him, you'd find it hard to believe that this unassuming young student at Minsk Theological Seminary is a "black sheep" to his family. But he is, and it's not because of his past sinful lifestyle. . . . |
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Innercircle PerspectiveJuly 2008 |
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This, dear partners, is the most important Innercircle Perspective that I have written in a long, long time. It is, indeed, a "day of trouble" for SGA's ministries in the lands of Russia. The door is closing again and the needs are critical and urgent. . . . |
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From the CampusJuly 2008 |
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We are thankful for yet another successful year at SGA-sponsored Bible institutes and seminaries across the lands of Russia. Here are some highlights from each of the schools supported by our partners. . . . |
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Innercircle PerspectiveJune 1, 2008 |
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The International Herald Tribune front page headline is "A Kremlin Map for Religious Paths, Protestants Facing Official Antipathy." The New York Times front-page headline reads, "Kremlin Rules, At Expense of All Others, Putin Picks a Church." In the article featured by these two prominent newspapers, Clifford J. Levy writes . . . |
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September 7—The Lord’s Day: &helip; they will lay their hands on you and will persecute you &helip; It will lead to an opportunity for your testimony (Luke 21:12-13). It is heartbreaking to hear reports of increased persecution of churches across the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). Please remember our brothers and sisters in prayer, asking the Lord to sustain them in the midst of all challenges.
