This week has seen conflict break out in Europe with military engagement on an unprecedented scale. Inevitably, this will result in loss of life and hardship, not only in Ukraine but also in the surrounding countries. This Sabbath and in the days and weeks ahead let us join together to pray for those on all sides of the conflict: for those who find themselves separated from family members, are displaced, and suffer bereavement and loss. Let us look for opportunities to serve others as countries open their borders, churches, and homes to cater to the homeless and the displaced. Let us unite in prayer and in being Christ’s hands and feet at a time of great need.
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An Urgent Call to Prayer, President of the Seventh-day Adventist World Church, Ted N.C. Wilson, urges all members to pray for our brothers and sisters in Eastern Europe.
Pray for Peace, A prayer for all, Ukrainians and Russians, the culpable and the innocent, those waving olive branches and those brandishing weapons.
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The Polish Union Conference (PUC) is opening homes and churches to accommodate people from Ukraine. “I have sent a special appeal to all churches,” said Ryszard Jankowski, president of the PUC, “asking people to open their hearts, homes and wallets to our friends from Ukraine.” PUC has created a special committee to help displaced persons during this crisis. “We still have to face many challenges, but by the grace of God we will overcome them. This coming Sabbath during our services we will spend time to pray for Ukraine, and we will also pray during the week,” said Jankowski.
The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) in Hungary is also ready to receive refugees. “Local churches are open; we have a Bible Camp 80 km from the Ukrainian border. The capacity is for at least 50 people (there is heating, kitchen, bathrooms),” ADRA leaders informed. The Hungarian Union Conference office will be opened to receive refugees too.
ADRA EUROPE UPDATE: The European donor offices started fundraising this morning. The ones on the borders with Ukraine are ready to receive refugees. Inside Ukraine the situation is more challenging, but additional staff are already on the way to strengthen the capacity to deliver. There will be a large operation to support them, as soon as it is possible. “Please encourage our church members and donors to channel their funding through local ADRA offices. Thank you for your support!”, ADRA Europe leaders remarked.
https://app.donorfy.com/donate/C4311R6V76/Level3Emergency This is ADRA-UK’s Emergency Level Three donation page.