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PASTORS’ MEETING
The meeting of the Association’s ministers was held on August 20 at Grace Avenue Bible Church. The wives of ministers were also invited, and participated in the general sessions. They had their own separate session as well. The main and only speaker at the meeting was Dr. Jake Roudkovski, Professor of Evangelism and Pastoral Ministry at New Orleans Theological Seminary. For more about the meeting, read an article by I. Mileyev on the Association’s website (in Russian only). Video recordings of Dr. Roudkovski's seminars are available on the Association's YouTube channel - click this link.
The meeting’s attendees
PASTOR ORDINATION AT THE FIRST SLAVIC CHURCH
The First Slavic Baptist Church of Sacramento ordained new pastors on July 24, 2022. Roman Yalanzhi, Petr Panasenko, and Mikhail Nagaytsev faithfully and zealously carried out the deacon's ministry for several years. Now it's time to expand the boundaries of their activities in the ministry for God. Congratulations to the church on the replenishment in the ranks of ministers! Read more on the Association’s website – click this link (in Russian only.)
Newly-ordained pastors and their wives
SEASON OF SUMMER CAMPS – A SPECIAL TIME OF BLESSING
The Revival Church in Vancouver, WA completed another season of summer camps. First the children’s, then the youth, and finally—the family camp. After that there was a baptism of twenty-five young men and women that marked the end of the season of reaping the fruit of the youth ministry. Read more on the Association’s website.
Family Camp
A LIFE FOR GOD’S GLORY
From August 5 to August 9, 2022, the Word of Truth Bible Church in Washington hosted a children's camp on the topic: "Moses - a life for God's glory." Sixty children visited the camp and forty volunteer staff ministered to the Lord daily. Every day was filled with fellowship and making new friends, fun games and songs. The children studied biblical truths in the lessons, played sports and water games, and made differently-themed crafts. Read more in an article by the church’s pastor, P. Lyvutin, on the Association’s website (in Russian only.)
Group photo
WHY DO WE NEED THE RADIO?
Over the course of many years, our Association has aired radio programs which cover the life and ministry of the Association and its churches. But who listens to the radio nowadays? Is this not a thing of the past? These and many other questions are addressed by I. Voronov, the leader of the Radio Ministry of the Association, in his interview with S. Iotko, the correspondent, who serves at the Information Ministry Department of the Association - click this link (in Russian only.)
Igor Voronov in the studio
WE NEED EACH OTHER
For The Cornerstone Slavic Baptist Church, the church picnic organized on the last Sunday of July was a wonderful celebration and worship of God with a group of new immigrant friends. More than 200 guests joined the church fellowship and shared the blessings that we receive from God and each other. Read more on the Association’s website.
Pastor O. Kostyuk preaching to the visitors
LIGHT OF TRUTH
An annual children’s summer camp took place at Grace Avenue Bible Church at the beginning of July. The territory of the church turned into a real adventure island, where young explorers had to find a way to the source of spiritual light, as well as learn how to reflect this light in their lives. One hundred and twenty children, and sixty volunteers were involved in the program. More information can be found on the Association's website (in Russian only.)
Here it is! The growing generation of the church! May the Lord guard them for His kingdom!
WE ARE ONE FAMILY
Three hundred and fifty-five people attended Tacoma Good News Church’s family camp. The event took place at the end of July and set two goals for the participants: to grow in relationship with Christ, and to improve relationships with church members. Based on the commandments of love for God and neighbor, the general theme of the camp was: "The Church that God Desires." Details can be found on the Association’s website (in Russian only.)
At the time of service
WOMEN’S MEETING AT THE BETHEL CHURCH
The meeting took place on August 19. The theme of the fellowship was "Be Still and Know that I am God." (Ps. 45:11.) The topic was about the importance of developing the ability to stop in any situation and at any speed, focus on God, listen to His voice, obey and worship Him, as well as how to overcome the daily routine and abide in God's presence more often. More information about the meeting is covered by Y. Mileyeva – the head of the Women’s Ministry in the Association in her article on the website – click this link (in Russian only).
MINISTRY TO PEOPLE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
A hard lot falls to parents who have children with special needs. These families need special attention and love, which they often do not find in Slavic society and even in churches. Natalya Smolikova, Head of the Department of Ministry to Children with Special Needs, talks in her article about their family's visit to the Joni & Friends camp and about the ministry that they themselves conduct in Sacramento. Read the article here (in Russian only.)
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RAISING FUNDS FOR HELPING REFUGEES CONTINUES
After two trips of missionary groups to help refugees in Ukraine, there is an opportunity and desire for a team led by Petr Babich to go on a third trip. The organization of these trips was carried out by the missionary department of the PCSBA. Currently, the funds raised for this purpose are not enough to organize a new trip in the fall. We have received very good feedback and thank you letters from the pastors of churches in Western Ukraine.
Our goal is to collect about $10,000 within a month, and then our team will be able to travel with the funds necessary for bringing aid to refugees. You can watch videos of the team's previous trips on the YouTube channel of the Association - click this link.
Donations can be made by check or online through the Association's website..
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MISSIONS NEWS
THE SIMPLE GOSPEL
The Gospel is living and active today. Whether it is preached to homeless people who have hit rock bottom, or to presidents, the Gospel is the same for everyone: accept the sacrifice of Christ, repent, and have eternal life with God. Read about the street evangelism on the streets of San Jose and San Francisco under the leadership of Vasiliy Khripunov and Igor Bagirov – click this link (in Russian only).
Serving on the streets – V. Khripunov and I. Bagirov
WINNING SOULS FOR CHRIST
"The ultimate goal of the church's mission is to win souls for Christ." - this idea formed the basis of S. Timofeyeva's conversation with Joseph Sheremet, pastor of the church and head of the Missionary Department of Grace Family Church. In light of the military situation in Ukraine, this year has become a serious test for the missionary work of many evangelical churches and missions. Plans literally had to be adjusted on the spot, responding to the most acute challenges of the troubled times. For more about this specific work of the missionaries in refugee camps for the Ukrainian people, check out the interview with Joseph Sheremet (in Russian only.)
One of many meetings with refugees
GIVE US PEACE!
Vasily Khripunov, who is responsible for the work of the internal mission of the Association, together with brother Nikolai Pislar, made a trip to Poland, Germany, and Ukraine in the summer. The main purpose was to assist in working with refugees and visiting a Christian camp for widows and orphans of deceased Ukrainian soldiers. Irina Karkhut, the correspondent of the Missionary Ministry Department, interviewed him. For more details click here (in Russian only.)
During the time of street evangelism through Christian art
ROMANIA VISIT
God is using the Association’s teams in a wonderful way! The head of the Moms in Prayer Ministry, Olga Drovorub, and a team of seven people were invited to visit Romania to serve refugee women from Ukraine. For more about their experiences and about how they were able to serve the refugees, read an article by O. Drovorub on the Association’s website – click this link (in Russian only.)
Bible study with the refugees
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REGISTRATION FOR THE CORAM DEO PROJECT CONTINUES!
The registration of students for training in counseling under the program of the International Institute of Counseling, "Coram Deo" is continuing. Classes start on October 4 at 6:30 p.m. Classes will be held throughout the week in the evenings and two full days on Saturday and Sunday.
Training is paid.
Read more on the Association's website - click this link..
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