Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Update from the Ukraine

English bible camp_2012Summer is flying by so fast... perhaps you know the feeling? Here's an update on life here in our world. We enjoyed our time with EEMN's English Bible Camp team, especially the chance to stay in Petrodolina with them for a week. The two weeks of VBS-styled camps, one held in a public school and one on the grounds of the Youth Center property, allowed many of seeds to be planted in the hearts of children. We pray for each of these students and their families, that God would continue to draw them near to Him. We are very thankful for the Ukrainian and American team that the Lord united for this special ministry.

family campWe just arrived home from Family Camp, which was a really good time of relationship building and fellowship. We met some new couples, and enjoyed getting to know some friends from Russia. Moriah and Isaiah had a great time in their Bible classes. What a joy to see them trot off to class and come back to tell me all about what they learned!

Andy is finishing his last preparations for a three-part series he is presenting at a Christian Music Festival called GloriaFest, which officially begins tomorrow. We are praying that the hearts of those who attend, mainly 15-30 year-olds, will be hear and know the Truth!

Later in the month, we will travel to Moldova to apply for (and hopefully receive within a timely manner) our 45-day visa, which will allow us to apply for Ukraine's temporary resident visa. This is standard procedure for all foreigners and missionaries staying longer than 90 days, but unfortunately the process is quite complicated. We request prayer for God's provision, protection as we travel, and for wisdom as we navigate the details.

Editor’s note:  You can read the rest of the Coyle’s newsletter and read their prayer requests here.  Check out the Coyle’s Blog here.  They have some great photos!