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New opportunities to meet old needs
The word ‘need’ has been defined as a lack of that which is necessary or desirable, and this accurately reflects the situation in the areas where David Chidesa ministers in the south and west of Ukraine. In the western area, around Poroscova, there is immense material deprivation which has to be seen to be believed. But thank God there are two loving servants of our Lord, John and Gabriela Patras, who along with David, are making a considerable difference. How we need to stand with and support these devoted servants of Christ as they seek to bring hope where there is such great need.
The church in Slatina has planted two other village churches. One is called Biserica Alba (White Church) where there are one thousand two hundred Jehovah’s Witnesses. We need to pray for those working in a place of such spiritual darkness. In response to such needy situations it was a joy to see the commencement of the Mission School in Slatina which, by the grace of God will be a means of equipping others to minister to the dear people in these locations. The believers are already involved in effective ministry in this region of the Ukraine and have welcomed the opportunity to be better equipped to fulfil the task which the Lord has given to them. They see the School as a crucial means of enabling them to be faithful servants of their Lord and Saviour, as they seek to proclaim the Good News about Christ in a clear and compassionate way. It was both an encouragement and a challenge to appreciate what has already been accomplished and at the same time to recognize how much need there is and how much still needs to be done. May the Lord help us to stand with our brethren in this new venture for His glory and honour.
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