From War Volunteer Centre to Thriving Church
What began as a volunteer centre during the war has grown into a thriving church plant! From seniors exploring the Bible for the first time to youth discovering faith and friendship, God is at work in Ukraine.
Over the last year, the team in Nemishayevo has welcomed countless answered prayers and turning points in ministry. They began as a volunteer center during the war and are now a church.
With the addition of new families, the team was able to expand their outreach into the community with both regular activities and special events.
Their Sunday church services are well attended by senior citizens. While many are still hesitant to commit their lives and get baptised, the interest in the Word of God is growing. They even added a Bible study club during the week.
“I read the Bible everyday, and pray for myself and my children. Thank you for being here with us,” said Yevheniia Borysivna, 70.
Interest in church and the Gospel is also increasing among the community’s young people.
“I got to know the volunteer centre at Christmas 2022, and now I attend the youth meetings and services every Sunday,” said Artem, 15. “I have made friends here and learned more about God.”
Youth and children's meetings are held every week, but the retreats and camps are highlights of the year. One such summer camp had 87 children present!
For women, they host an art group twice a month. These meetings are an oasis of rest, creativity and friendship building, with plenty of opportunities to share the good news.
The ways in which the team is serving their community could go on much longer. Praise God for the strength and creativity of this one church!
Transforming the 98%
Only God can transform the lives of the 98%, and we are trusting Him to do so by planting local churches in Europe led by national pastors. These churches are biblically based, focused on evangelism and care for the community.
Well-eqquiped church planters, who are also well-supported, will plant and lead healhy, reproducing churches.
As we give local church planters appropriate education, training, organizational support, and ministry experience, the likelihood of long-term success dramatically increases.
Hope for the 98%
As ECMI-USA identifies, trains, and mentors 12 new church planters, we hope and pray that thousands of people will come to Christ. In the next five years, we will plant 12 new churches in strategic locations across Europe. Their impact will extend beyond their immediate community as they also start other churches. Healthy churches starting other healthy churches across Europe will impact the 98%. Read some of the stories:
A New Church in the Heart of Budapest
On the Buda side of the Danube, a new church is taking root in one of Europe’s most strategic centres—a place filled with university students, cultural influence, and tomorrow’s leaders. full storyFrom War Volunteer Centre to Thriving Church
What began as a volunteer centre during the war has grown into a thriving church plant! From seniors exploring the Bible for the first time to youth discovering faith and friendship, God is at work in Ukraine. full story
Changing the 98%
Since 1904, European Christian Mission has existed to plant churches in Europe. We were born in Europe, and we continue today for the benefit of Europe.
In consultation with our European parterns, ECMI-USA:
Changing the 98%
Since 1904, European Christian Mission has existed to plant churches in Europe. We were born in Europe, and we continue today for the benefit of Europe.
In consultation with our European parterns, ECMI-USA:
Be Part of Reaching the 98%
We are raising $1.98 million to identify, train, resource, develop, and care for 12 new church plants in Europe. By investing in this vision now, you can help launch vibrant new churches reaching the 98% in Europe.
"Let the whole earth sing to the Lord!
Each day proclaim the good news that he saves."
1 Chronicles 16:23
