Special Prayer Request

Amid the war turmoil that spreads its terror worldwide, we all play an active role. The vibrations of the Russian shelling in Ukraine, our neighboring country, are clear reminders to our hearts as they bring to the forefront memories from previous Romanian wars with Russia.  

We are not to be spectators to this crisis but as the body of Christ, called to ease the burden of our neighbor and our fellow brothers and sisters. After the chaos of the first weeks and months of the war, where we all acted immediately to save lives, we now see a new chapter opening up.  

Now is the time to wisely plan the direction of our help as we surely cannot cover all needs, and spreading in all directions makes little impact. We feel a change in strategy is needed.  

In our prayers, we ask God to lead us to a Children’s Home where children from the war zones take refuge and guide us to a few poor communities of displaced people within Ukraine.We are praying and looking at a long-term commitment and invite you to be part of this prayer group.  

BOL Team  

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