Helping Ukraine – Project Update

Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain. And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible. I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air: But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection  

1 Corinthians 9: 24-27  

What began as a “sprint” ministry during the first weeks of the war as we desired to help God’s hurting children in Ukraine has turned into a “marathon” ministry.  

Little did we know on February 24th of the way this war would impact our lives. We all feel it in Europe and complain about the financial struggles this has brought to our lives. However, these pale in comparison to the challenges and sacrifices of our fellow Christians in Ukraine.  

Little did we know how quickly and with what power the body of Christ would react to this. We are amazed to see how many Christians all over the globe have united in prayer and support.  

Even though Bread of Life is a relatively small ministry, we went from a few containers of aid a year to over 40 during the first half of 2022. These come as a huge blessing and responsibility, as we handle receiving and distributing this aid in the war zones where it is desperately needed.  

We are excited to share that out of the seven containers/ truckloads of donated aid received so far, 95% has gone into Ukraine, and the rest delivered to local refugees and poor communities.  

We want to thank all our ministry donors that helped us run the “sprint” ministry and trust that God will place it on your heart to stay involved in the “marathon” ministry that we are now doing.  

The need in Ukraine is still great, and they will need us until the war stops and after.  

Alin Panican  

Thank you for your interest in Bread of Life Ministries. We have been able to accomplish a lot with the help of our supporters around the world. There is still more for us to do. Please prayerfully consider how you might help support Bread of Life as we provide support to children and families in need.

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