Dear brothers and sisters from the USA—our partners in evangelism here in Ukraine—we greet you with the love and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ. I praise and magnify the Lord because we experience God’s help and support every day.
1. We held the funeral for the oldest sister in our congregation; she was 96 years old. We organized the service, and many unbelievers heard the Word of God there—praise be to God. Funerals serve as good evangelistic gatherings for us; the Spirit of God works in people's hearts and souls, leading them to hear the Gospel and repent.
2. I also preached at a wedding where the groom was a member of our church. I shared practical, scriptural advice for their family life. Families of unbelievers were present at the wedding and heard the Word of God; I pray that the Lord will touch their hearts.
3. The church gathered financial aid for a surgery. A man who was formerly a member of our church fell ill and required a complex operation. We provided financial assistance, but we are also praying that the Lord will move his heart toward repentance through the hardships he is facing.
4. At the end of the month, Brother Florin from Romania visited us. He had previously visited our churches in Tarasivtsi and Vanchykivtsi. Together, we organized two evangelistic meetings at the home of a family from our church. Ten people attended these gatherings and heard the Word of God; we are praying for them. 5. Thanksgiving:
- I thank the Lord for every opportunity we have had to proclaim the Gospel to unbelievers.
- I always thank God for you, brothers and sisters from the USA—our partners in evangelism here in Ukraine—because you serve God alongside us. You support us in prayer and financially, enabling us to minister to people here. We feel your prayers and support.
6. Prayer Requests:
- Let us pray for everyone who heard the Gospel this month, that the Lord would stir their hearts toward repentance.
- Let us continue to pray for peace in Ukraine—that this war may end and long-awaited peace may come to the country, allowing us to praise the Lord God for His mercy and kindness toward us.
- We are grateful to you, brothers and sisters from the USA, for serving God with us and for supporting us and our ministry through your prayers.
- We also pray for you, dear brothers and sisters from the USA—our partners in evangelism here in Ukraine. We wish you abundant blessings from the Lord.
With peace and love, the Gortopan family.
