WHAT TO EXPECT AT THE 86TH CONVENTION OF PCSBA
Only one month is left before another edifying convention of the Pacific Coast Association. If everything goes as planned, then the convention participants (open for everyone) can look forward to great sermons in the evening by pastors from Washington, interesting seminars throughout the day on Saturday, hearing performances by the choir and orchestra from Spring of Life Church of Mukilteo, WA, as well as singers and musicians from Sacramento churches. Registration of delegates can be found on the Association’s website. Registration is not required for admission to the evening services or seminars. To access the schedule of the convention and live stream, visit the convention’s website at this link.
HAPPY 50-YEAR ANNIVERSARY!
On September 15, Slavic Evangelical Baptist Churchof San Diego celebrated their 50-year anniversary. We join in congratulating them on such a memorable date and wish them more of God’s blessings in the future. May they grow in the knowledge of the Lord, grow in numbers, and in diligence in spreading the Gospel to those around them. May the light of God’s love shine through the members of this church and impact those who do not yet know Jesus Christ, and may He lead them to eternal life with God.
To find out more about the life of the church through pictures and videos, visit the church’s website, and to watch the anniversary church service, visit the church’s YouTube channel.
During the anniversary church service
VISIT TO SOUTH AMERICA
From August 22 to September 2, the Association’s president visited Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay in order to find out about the state of the Evangelical churches in those countries. In his article he shared in detail about “Slavic” churches in these countries, which have almost completely assimilated with the locals and speak in their languages. Basically, they are only Slavic by name on the church buildings. More details… (in Russian only).
Representatives of the Union Committee of the ECB Brotherhood of Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay
JOY IN THE FEAR OF GOD
From August 29 to September 2, there was a United Christian youth camp at Trinity Lake. Over 600 young men and women came from various churches of the Pacific Coast Association, and by God’s grace about 100 people came to saving faith in their prayer of repentance. The theme of the camp was, “Joy in the Fear of God.” The main speaker was pastor Manny Pereira from San Jose. More details…
BAPTISM AT HAYWARD CHURCH
On August 25, Mission Boulevard Baptist Church of Hayward baptized seven youth members: three young ladies and four young men. There were so many guests and relatives that the entire sanctuary was completely filled up. For more about this celebration… (in Russian only).
Godspeed, dear youth!
GOSPEL CELEBRATION AT THE WORD OF TRUTH BIBLE CHURCH
When God established this church 13 years ago, its church members decided to have an annual Gospel celebration, which they named “The Day of The Church.” During this time, the church remembers God’s blessings for them from that year, and by having water baptism when they welcome new church members. This was also the case this year as well. To find out more about it, read an article by the church’s pastor, P. Lyvutin – click this link (in Russian only).
Twelve young men and women were baptized and joined the local church
NEWS FROM THE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Under the leadership of the Education department director, A. Pronin, Blagovest Institute had a number of sessions of A.A. Degree, B.A. Degree, and M.A. Degree during August and September. The instruction took place at various churches of Sacramento. Beginning next year, they are also planning to begin a new course in Barcelona, Spain. More details… (in Russian only).
The lesson is taught by Aleksey Ivanov, pastor and teacher from Ukraine
MAY THE LORD BE PRAISED!
On August 18, Gennadiy Zhilovskiy who led the joint symphonic orchestra at Rockland Baptist Church in Sacramento. Fifty five people participated in this solemn assembly’s worship service: 30 musicians and 25 choir members. This was truly an inspiring service of worshipping the Name of God. More details… (in Russian only).
CHRIST CAME TO SEEK OUT THOSE WHO ARE PERISHING
On September 8, House of Prayer Church had a joyful baptism celebration. Three people professed their faith in the Lord. Although it doesn’t seem like that many from a global point of view, it means so much for this local church. Church pastor, A. Ivanov, pointed out three circumstances that added so much more meaning to this event. Read more details here (in Russian only).
Almost the entire church gathered for this celebration
WOMEN’S ANNUAL GALA DINNER
On August 10, Bryte Church hosted the fourth annual Gala dinner for women of the Association who are engaged in various ministries. Praise the Lord for this wonderful time of the year when women can get together to pray and worship together and to share what God has been doing in their life. The theme of the night was: “Calling and Purpose”. More details… (in Russian only).
MISSIONARY NEWS
MISSIONARY TRIP TO MEXICO
In July, the Spring of Life Church in Mukilteo, WA visited Baja California in Mexico. Close to 50 people were involved in this missionary project. During the week of service there, their team was divided into four smaller teams and served in different churches of Diez Ordaz. They organized an evangelistic music concert at a soccer field, where over a thousand people gathered. At the end of the sermon when there was a call to repentance, about thirty people came to saving faith, and may God receive all the glory for that! More details… (in Russian only).
During the evangelistic concert at a soccer field
NEWS FROM FRANCE
For many years, Sergey Babich has served with his wife and kids in France by helping immigrants with their spiritual and physical needs. For more about their ministry in July and August, read Sergey’s letter – click this link (in Russian only).
Summer picnic with believers and unbelievers of the group
MINISTRY IN SPAIN CONTINUES!
The pastor of The Light of Life Church in Torrevieja (Alicante), Spain, Viktor Kovba, shares in his letter about their ministry, and the blessings of the church that they experience from the Lord. This church lives a fulfilling life by preaching the Gospel to those around them, working with children, teens, and youth, preparing leaders, and serving those who are in need. Read more details here (in Russian only).
Preaching of Pastor Viktor Kovba
FAMILY CAMP IN UKRAINE
On August 11 to 16, teams of missionaries from Pacific Coast Slavic Baptist Association, House of the Gospel Church in Fresno, and Stop the War in Europe organization came together to host a family camp. The theme of the camp was “Renewal”, and it was intended for soldiers and their wives and children in Chernovtsy, Ukraine, and was held on “Source of Life” base in Boyan. Seventeen families and eighteen children had an opportunity to get refreshed at the camp. For the soldiers who were injured in battle, had wounds, PTSD, some of whom had lost their limbs and were bound to a wheelchair, this camp was a great opportunity for spiritual and psychological help, and a chance to rest and hear about God. More details… (in Russian only).
Camp Participants
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