As the war in Ukraine grinds on, daily life remains marked by loss, uncertainty, and constant strain. Missile attacks continue to disrupt power and essential services, and many families face an especially difficult season ahead. Yet in the midst of this hardship, God is at work—steadily, faithfully—through His church.

An SGA-supported missionary pastor named Ruslan recently shared how the Lord continues to draw people to Himself even as suffering persists. Through outreach, Bible teaching, and simple acts of compassion, churches are opening their doors to those who have lost nearly everything—and pointing them to the only true source of hope.

This past season, the church witnessed two baptism services. Among those baptized were internally displaced people who first came seeking help, but soon encountered something far greater: the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

One woman, Svitlana, arrived broken after fleeing intense fighting. She had lost her home and possessions and came to the church with nothing but grief and exhaustion. “I want to be with God. I have nothing left—only He remains for me,” she said. As she received practical help and heard God’s Word, the Lord worked in her heart. She repented, was baptized, and now rejoices in new life in Christ. “You gave me new life and joy, even in the midst of loss,” she later shared.

Another woman, Olena, was displaced with her family during heavy shelling. Unsure where to go, they eventually found their way to the church. Her children were the first to attend and told her, “Mom, it’s good there. It’s peaceful.” When Olena came herself, she experienced that peace firsthand. “For the first time in a long while, I felt hope,” she said. God soon drew her to repentance and faith, and she too was baptized.

Each day, dozens of people come seeking food, hygiene items, or basic necessities. But what they receive goes far deeper. Through bags of groceries, God opens doors to share the Gospel. Through a laundry ministry—made possible by donated washers and dryers—people are shown dignity, care, and Christ’s love in action. Tears often follow, not only because clothes are cleaned, but because hearts are being reached.

As winter approaches and attacks on infrastructure increase, needs are growing. Many organizations have moved on. By God’s grace, SGA-supported churches have not.

Through your prayers and generosity, the church in Ukraine continues—serving, sharing Christ, and standing firm—until the day when peace truly comes.

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In a time of great uncertainty, God is bringing help, healing, and hope to the people of Ukraine through SGA-supported pastors, churches, a seminary, and SGA-supported Compassion Ministry. Be a part of God’s incredible work with your generosity and prayer support.

Your gift of compassion helps struggling people with emergency aid that generally includes Scripture materials, food, and hygiene supplies.