News from Ukraine: Thursday, March 3

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Opening the Doors Wider

Denis, Director of Lifesong Ukraine, was able to hop on another call with our team and share some encouraging updates and ministry plans. Listen along:

First and foremost, we’re thankful to report all the children and families we serve, as well as our staff, are currently safe.

While orphaned and vulnerable children remain at the forefront of our ministry, most of our traditional ministry avenues aren’t options in the current conditions. To continue bringing Gospel-centered care to the most vulnerable in Ukraine, the ministry is pivoting and refocusing on three main areas:

First, securing ministry sites and locations so they’re adequately protected and supplied. Every day, two metric tons of food and medical supplies are being distributed from our food banks among ministry locations, combat zones, and anyone in need.

Second, delivering relief resources to those who remain in combat areas, like Chernigov and Kharkiv. There are some from the ministry who have chosen not to evacuate so they can continue serving people in cities by delivering food and resources.

And third, evacuating as many as possible from combat zones to western Ukraine and across the border. Our team is blessed to have previously established relationships with churches and contacts in Poland. As millions of Ukrainians pour into Poland, it’s our desire to link arms with our Polish brothers and sisters to bring relief to those who have been displaced.

Please pray for Ukraine and specifically:

  • For those who remain in cities to stay safe and meet needs whenever possible.
  • For our team to wisely and effectively distribute the resources they’ve been blessed with.
  • That our team would have clarity and wisdom as they plan how to best care for refugees and the displaced.
  • For children around Ukraine who don’t have a loving adult in their life to help them through this crisis.
  • That God would be glorified and made known through this crisis, and bring it to a peaceful resolution.

“Keep us in your prayers. We know it’s not our fight. It’s God’s fight.”

Denis
Director of Lifesong Ukraine

A few photos recently shared by our team:

(Left) Our team sent 1,100 pounds of flour to a local bakery in Chernigov that is baking and distributing bread for free. (Right) A look into our team’s food pantry.
A Lifesong volunteer delivering food. 

Thanks to TMG Foundation and key partners, all of our fundraising and administrative costs are covered. 100% of your gift will directly support vulnerable children and families in Ukraine.

See the complete archive of news, updates, and prayer requests from Lifesong Ukraine here.

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HOW CAN YOU HELP?

Host a Prayer Meeting

Gather community members, church members, your family, your small group… for a time of updates and concentrated prayer. Share the latest video update from our team (above) and pass out this list of verses. Pray through the verses as a group.

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Stay Updated on Current Prayer Requests

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Thanks to TMG Foundation and key partners, all of our fundraising and administrative costs are covered. 100% of your gift will directly support vulnerable children and families in Ukraine.