Three Years of War, but God is Still at Work in Ukraine
lunes 24 febrero 2025 11:42 Three years of war, yet God’s work in Ukraine continues! In Gostomel, a church is using sports to reach kids, families, and athletes. Read how volleyball and frisbee are bringing the Hope of Jesus to Ukraine.
When we turn on the news, it can be hard to find a positive story-especially when it comes to the war in Ukraine. But if you were to read the many ministry reports from 2024, you would find much good news! And in Gostomel, there are even stories to add to the sports page. We shouldn’t underestimate the impact of exercise and friendly competition.
A volleyball team for kids aged 12-15 is blessed with a Christian coach. Members of the church often meet up with the team to play for fun and share some Bible stories. After getting to know the young teens, they invite them to church and other events. Praise God that several have given their lives to Christ and have also begun attending services on Sunday!
The church also held a summer camp for more than 140 children and teens! The camp included workshops, bible stories and prayer, but had a sports theme. Each day, they would practice a different sport: volleyball, football, baseball and ultimate frisbee. Not only was this fun for the kids, but the parents were also invited to watch, enjoy refreshments and attend two seminars. At the end of the camp, everyone was invited to church on Sunday.
One boy was particularly enthusiastic about the camp, and attended Sunday morning church for the first time. After a time of reflection for the week, he suggested they all stand up and pray. So he prayed aloud, sincerely and humbly–just as we all should, like children of God.
But sports aren’t just fun for kids–the church has its own adult ultimate frisbee team. They even participated in their first international tournament in Latvia! Because of their success, the team started a kids’ team at the local school, and they hosted an ultimate frisbee Ukrainian Cup with 17 teams!
Athletics is just one area of many where God is at work in this community, though. The church in Gostomel is reaching out to their community, starting friendships and making disciples in many different ways.
Stories from Europe > 2025
diciembre
- 23/12/2025 23/12/25, 11:15 - Merry Christmas from ECM!
- 16/12/2025 16/12/25, 11:03 - Standing with Bitaj
- 9/12/2025 9/12/25, 10:23 - Join the Team
- 1/12/2025 1/12/25, 17:13 - A Continent in Need of Hope
noviembre
- 19/11/2025 19/11/25, 14:22 - Love looks like Jesus
- 12/11/2025 12/11/25, 14:06 - Walking with God, Walking with Others
- 5/11/2025 5/11/25, 11:35 - Joining Forces
octubre
- 29/10/2025 29/10/25, 11:05 - What Is In Your Hands?
- 22/10/2025 22/10/25, 11:58 - Faith Takes Root
- 15/10/2025 15/10/25, 11:49 - Don’t Overestimate What You Can Do in a Year
- 8/10/2025 8/10/25, 17:34 - “Someone Has to Slay the Dragon!”
- 1/10/2025 1/10/25, 17:18 - Unhindered
septiembre
agosto
- 28/8/2025 28/8/25, 9:57 - A New Church in the Heart of Budapest
- 26/8/2025 26/8/25, 11:25 - Sharing love in so many ways! (part 2 of 2)
- 19/8/2025 19/8/25, 11:13 - Sharing love in so many ways! (part 1 of 2)
- 12/8/2025 12/8/25, 10:30 - God's own words of love
- 6/8/2025 6/8/25, 8:56 - Another new worker for Portugal!
julio
- 30/7/2025 30/7/25, 15:26 - One Answered Prayer at a Time
- 23/7/2025 23/7/25, 15:38 - "They may be broken, but God sees the potential”
- 16/7/2025 16/7/25, 16:04 - Prague: From the Giant Peach to the Hobbit House.
- 9/7/2025 9/7/25, 13:42 - Equipping God’s People: A Journey We’re Honoured to Share
- 2/7/2025 2/7/25, 13:35 - Sharing Jesus—and Growing Leaders—at Austria’s Summer Camps
junio
- 25/6/2025 25/6/25, 13:27 - Reaching Romania’s Children with the Gospel of Grace
- 18/6/2025 18/6/25, 13:13 - God’s Word on Campus: Training Bible Study Leaders in Portugal
- 11/6/2025 11/6/25, 13:00 - Equipping for Abundant Life
- 3/6/2025 3/6/25, 11:41 - Groninger Cake in the Court Garden
mayo
- 27/5/2025 27/5/25, 15:29 - From DOS to the App Store: The Story of La Parola
- 16/5/2025 16/5/25, 12:08 - Hope in the Post-Atheist Neighbourhood
abril
- 9/4/2025 9/4/25, 11:30 - Growing a Church that will Last for Generations
- 2/4/2025 2/4/25, 11:43 - Jesus is the Way on the Camino: Pilgrims finding God
marzo
- 26/3/2025 26/3/25, 11:08 - Reaching Hearts Behind Bars
- 19/3/2025 19/3/25, 11:55 - How God Called Us to Stay at Home
- 12/3/2025 12/3/25, 11:39 - How Much my Supporters Mean to Me
- 5/3/2025 5/3/25, 11:33 - An experience I couldn’t recommend more!
febrero
- 24/2/2025 24/2/25, 11:42 - Three Years of War, but God is Still at Work in Ukraine
- 19/2/2025 19/2/25, 11:10 - From a Bar to the Bible
- 12/2/2025 12/2/25, 12:19 - From War Volunteer Centre to Thriving Church
- 5/2/2025 5/2/25, 11:28 - How was I called to Europe?
enero
- 31/1/2025 31/1/25, 11:49 - From Service to Salvation: Sasha’s Journey in Borodianka, Ukraine
- 29/1/2025 29/1/25, 11:05 - Breaking Barriers: A Christ-Centered Journey with the Roma Community in Greece
- 22/1/2025 22/1/25, 13:12 - How to plant a Church in secular France?
- 17/1/2025 17/1/25, 11:09 - A Place of Hope in Christ: Serving Refugees for 25 Years
READ our stories about what is going on across Europe,
PRAY for the projects and the workers involved!
Churches Unite in Leiria
mayo - 27 - 2026 12:51 More than 200 believers from 12 churches and 9 mission organisations joined together in Portugal’s Leiria region for two days of evangelism, prayer, and outreach — with around 700 people approached and 40 decisions for Christ reported. Seguir leyendoA Life Saved
mayo - 20 - 2026 12:38 What began as a soup kitchen relationship became something far more urgent. When Mr. Dumitru’s life was at risk, ECMI workers refused to give up — advocating, praying, and walking with him until the moment that changed everything. Seguir leyendoThe Sun Shines for Irene
mayo - 13 - 2026 12:34 After years of searching — through religion, spirituality, and personal pain — Irene reached a point where she didn’t want to go on. But a simple online search connected her with an ECMI couple whose open table became the place where everything began to change. Seguir leyendoA Place for Everyone — Rethinking Ministry Together
mayo - 06 - 2026 12:05 Across Europe, many live unseen — shaped by disability, anxiety, or neurodivergence. As followers of Jesus, we are learning to notice, to listen, and to create spaces where everyone belongs. Seguir leyendoFaith from the Ruins
abril - 29 - 2026 13:34 When war tore through Irpin, life was shattered. Yet even amid war, God’s work continues—lives changed, churches planted, and hope restored. Discover the story. Seguir leyendoFaithful Presence
abril - 22 - 2026 13:06 Mission in Europe often moves slowly, but God works in unseen ways. This story from Austria reminds us that faithful, patient love can transform lives — even when change seems invisible. Seguir leyendoSearching for Hope
abril - 14 - 2026 12:52 Across Europe, many people are searching for meaning, identity, and hope. Behind the statistics are real lives. Meet Sander. Seguir leyendoCalled? Keep going!
abril - 08 - 2026 12:42 Sensing God’s call to mission can be both thrilling and daunting. Anna’s journey back to Romania reminds us that when God calls, He provides — and you are never alone. Seguir leyendoThe Triumph of the Cross
abril - 01 - 2026 12:23 As we approach Easter, we remember the Cross — the moment that changed eternity — and give thanks to Jesus, the King of kings. Seguir leyendoClaremorris Church Opens Its Doors
marzo - 25 - 2026 11:31 What began as a small gathering in a town hall has become something far greater. On 21 March 2026, the growing church in Claremorris, County Mayo, celebrated the official opening of its very first building — a powerful milestone and a testament to God’s faithfulness. Seguir leyendoStep Into Mission: Opportunities Across Europe
marzo - 18 - 2026 10:55 What could your next step in mission look like? Across Europe, doors are open for you to serve, grow, and make a meaningful impact. Whether you’re exploring a short-term experience or sensing a longer-term call, there are opportunities waiting where your gifts can make a real difference. Seguir leyendoWomen of Faith
marzo - 04 - 2026 12:27 This March, we celebrate the incredible women serving in mission — women who lift God’s name high, shine His light, and make a difference across Europe. Seguir leyendoA Church Takes Root
febrero - 25 - 2026 11:48 In the fast-paced rhythm of Budapest, a new church is taking root. Through patient relationship-building and creative outreach, Tamás and Virág are seeing lives changed and a vibrant community begin to grow. Seguir leyendoEncouraging Growth in Portugal
febrero - 18 - 2026 12:05 There are hopeful signs of growth in Portugal, as new data reveals a significant rise in church planting across the country — a reminder that God is at work, often in ways we may not immediately see. Read on to see what God is doing! Seguir leyendoThe Heavens Declare
febrero - 11 - 2026 13:17 Berlin Psalm Project’s second album is here! Experience the Psalms like never before, with jazz-inspired arrangements that stir the soul. Seguir leyendoNew Neighbours
febrero - 04 - 2026 12:48 What does it mean to leave a familiar, supportive Christian environment and move to a place where the gospel is rarely heard? Last August, Edward and Trix Landman took that step together with their children. Now, a year later, they look back on their first experiences. Seguir leyendoJoin God’s Story in Europe
enero - 28 - 2026 17:24 At ECM, our work is more than programmes and projects—it’s about people, and ultimately, it’s about God, at work in and through us. Every time a believer is equipped, a community is connected, or a disciple is multiplied, it is His Spirit moving, using us as instruments for His glory. Seguir leyendoA New Beginning in Frankfurt
enero - 21 - 2026 14:12 In one of Germany’s largest cities, a new church-plant is emerging through prayer, presence, and trust in God’s leading—bringing hope to the Oberrad community. Seguir leyendo
