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One Year Later: Voices of Reflection in Ukraine
On February 24, 2022, Russia launched a full-scale invasion in Ukraine. One year later, orphans and vulnerable children in Ukraine are still enduring escalating devastation and displacement. Families have been separated and lives are still being torn apart. Yet, during this past year, three things have became increasingly…
They were forced to flee their country. Now, they’re helping other refugees.
On the night of March 4, there were two hours of uninterrupted bombings in Izium, Ukraine. As the bombings grew closer, Tatiana huddled with her two young boys in the basement of their home and prayed. But not the prayer you might imagine. In her words, "I asked…
News From Ukraine: Friday, August 5
See the complete archive of news, updates, and prayer requests from Lifesong Ukraine here. "My life is divided into before and after February 24." —Tatiana, Ukrainian Refugee in Poland Lives are divided. Many Ukrainian refugees can recall the exact place they were on February 24th, when they…
News from Ukraine: Thursday, June 15
See the complete archive of news, updates, and prayer requests from Lifesong Ukrainehere. World Refugee Day is this coming Monday. While this day has been internationally recognized for the last 21 years, this February, it took on new meaning within the Lifesong family. With over 20 years of…
News from Ukraine: Wednesday, May 11
See the complete archive of news, updates, and prayer requests from Lifesong Ukrainehere. THE WAR IN UKRAINE CONTINUES. Perhaps, like us, you're following news outlets to stay updated on the war in Ukraine. One week, Russia's military is gaining ground. The next, Ukrainian troops are reclaiming occupied territories.…
News From Ukraine: Tuesday, April 26
See the complete archive of news, updates, and prayer requests from Lifesong Ukrainehere. Jesus is alive! Ukraine follows the Orthodox calendar, so Easter celebrations took place this weekend. Churches were extremely full as they celebrated the resurrection of Jesus. One of our team members in Chernigov reported that…
Faces on the Frontline: Relief & Evacuation In Ukraine
War in Ukraine rages on. Despite relief efforts, civilians are now being targeted, and infrastructure in major cities has been devastated. Over 10 million people—nearly a quarter of Ukraine’s population—have fled their homes seeking safety. Of those who have evacuated, 4.3 million have crossed the border into neighboring…
News From Ukraine: Wednesday, April 6
See the complete archive of news, updates, and prayer requests from Lifesong Ukrainehere. Relief, evacuation, refugee care. These three needs have quickly become the top priorities of our team in Ukraine. As always, orphaned and vulnerable children remain at the center of our ministry. And praise God, all…
News From Ukraine: Friday, April 1
See the complete archive of news, updates, and prayer requests from Lifesong Ukraine here. It's now been one month since Russia invaded Ukraine. A quick Google search can show you how Ukraine is responding (courageous military efforts, evacuation of women and children) and how the West is responding…
News from Ukraine: Tuesday, March 22
See the complete archive of news, updates, and prayer requests from Lifesong Ukraine here. Your prayers have been especially needed and visible over the last few days. Around 4:00 on Saturday morning, a Russian military aircraft dropped eight bombs onto one of our farm/camp sites. Most of the…