Journey to Ukraine

We’re back with more news from our family and ministry in Ukraine, but also an important announcement. This will be the final episode of the Journey to Ukraine podcast. While we are sad to have reached the end of this chapter, we’re glad that our journey has brought us home to L’viv! Ukraine remains free, but the war is not over, and there are new challenges ahead. Please join us for this special...

At long last, our journey has brought us back to Ukraine! In this episode we’ll talk about moving, missile strikes, Bible First French, and the return of our CMO project this summer. Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! Please share this episode with your friends, and pray for our family as we continue ministering to Ukrainians in Eastern Europe. Ukraine News Sources Sky News (YouTube)...

It’s been over a year since our initial evacuation to Slovakia. In this episode, we’ll share our decision regarding a return to Ukraine in 2023. We’ll also update you on the war, CMO 2023, and our other ministry projects. Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! Please share this episode with your friends, and pray for our family as we continue ministering to Ukrainians in Eastern Europe. C...

This interview is long overdue for publishing, but today it’s finally ready. In this episode, we take you once again to the small Ukrainian town of Radekhiv — this time for an interview with the director of the “Hostesses of Radekhiv”, Milena Slyusarchuk. You’ll be sobered, inspired, and I hope challenged by Milena’s story. Listen as she shares her firsthand experiences bringing aid to soldiers on...

Today we’d like to share the story of our most recent trip into Ukraine. Our primary objective was to reunite a Ukrainian family separated by the war. But as you’ll find out in this episode, God led us through a whole string of adventures. As always, He was faithful to guide and protect our way. Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! Please share this episode with your friends, and pray f...

Ukraine is now in its tenth month of a war for its very existence. In this episode, we’ll ask Serhii Chepara for his perspective on a variety of questions related to the largest European conflict since World War 2. Serhii currently serves with the Ukrainian Armed Forces near Odessa, and we’re grateful for his commitment to defending his country. Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! Plea...

I went to Ukraine and made it back in one piece! It was my first time there in six months. In this episode, I share my impressions from several days spent in L’viv as well as a possible answer to that looming question: “Can we return to Ukraine?” Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! Please share this episode with your friends, and pray for our family as we continue ministering to Ukrain...

After months of waiting, the day has arrived: I’m making a trip back to Ukraine! In this episode, we’ll share more about the purpose of my trip and give an update on the war. We’re also excited to share a brief preview of something new God is doing in our ministry here in Žilina! Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! Please share this episode with your friends, and pray for our family as...

Today, we have some exciting news to share about our residency status in Slovakia! Travel to L'viv is on the horizon, but the war isn't over yet. Please join us for the latest episode in our Journey to Ukraine! Support the show

In today’s episode, we share new details about the Good and Evil book ministry in Ukraine. We talk about our new distributor program, update you with the latest stats, and introduce you to the Ukrainians who are making this operation possible. You’ll learn some Ukrainian geography along the way as we break out the map and show you exactly where in the country these books are going. Thank you so mu...

Today we’re excited to bring you another episode from our Voices from Ukraine series. In this episode, Yura Petriv shares his personal experiences at the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, his humanitarian work in support of Ukrainian soldiers, and his perspective on the current state of the war. We’ll also provide updates in some other areas including our family’s status in Slo...

Yes, it’s been a while, but today we’re back with lots to report! In this episode, we’ll tell you about our recent music outreach during which we presented the Gospel to around 100 Ukrainian children. We’ll also share family news, our latest take on the war in Ukraine, an update on the Good and Evil printing, and much more. Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! Please share this episode...

Why is Russia acting as it is? What are the fundamental motivators driving their campaign of evil against Ukraine? In this episode, we’ll talk about the fascinating world of geopolitics and its relevance to the current conflict. We’ll also bring you up to date on our family news, the Good and Evil project, and our Bible First ministry. Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! Please share t...

Our family is moving to a house! The small apartment that has been our home for the past three months has been a God-send, but now it’s time for a bit more space. Additionally, we would like to bring you some new updates on the Good and Evil project, our other ETO team members, the Bible First program, and our recent family ministry trip to Bratislava. Thank you so much for listening to our podcas...

It has now been over 100 days since Russia invaded our home — the beautiful country of Ukraine. We’re all ready for this nightmare to end, but reality is not as simple as we would like. In this episode, we’ll share our thinking about the long-term implications of the war for our family and ministry. We’ll update you on several key fronts, and we’ll close out the episode with an informative synopsi...

Today we’re pleased to introduce a new series on the podcast called Voices from Ukraine . In each episode of the series, we’ll be interviewing people in-country who are serving the Lord and striving to support the Ukrainian people in their struggle for freedom. In today’s episode, we’re excited to bring you the story of Serhii and Natallia Chepara. You’ll hear Serhii share his experiences in his n...

As we enter the third month of Russia’s war against Ukraine, I am reminded of Paul’s words in 1 Corinthians 16:9: “For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries .” Despite the sorrow and tragedy of war, God continues to lead and bless His people. In this episode, we’ll tell you all about our recent trip to Poland where we visited a large group of our displaced Uk...

Evacuation life for our family has proven to be anything but boring! In this episode, we’re excited to share our most recent stories with you, including another trip back into Ukraine, new doors opening for ministry to refugees in Slovakia and Poland, family news, and, sadly, a report on Russia’s latest missile strike in L’viv. Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! Please share this epis...

For the first time since our evacuation, Joshua made a trip back into Ukraine to our home in L’viv. Hours before his planned arrival, L’viv was hit by Russian cruise missiles! Meanwhile, our daughter Abigail volunteered for a week with a team distributing humanitarian aid to Ukrainian refugees entering Slovakia. She joins us in this episode to share her story! We also have news about a new van for...

God is continuing to open doors here in Slovakia, and we are seeing good progress on several fronts. In this episode, we’ll talk about our new apartment, some good relationships that we’ve been building with Ukrainians, an exciting evacuation story from Kharkiv, and Joshua’s upcoming trip back to L’viv. Additionally, we have some good news about a new van! Thank you for listening and for praying f...

A few days ago, I received a sobering text message which consisted of only two words: “Save us”. That message was sent by someone trapped in the city of Chernihiv, currently besieged by the Russian invaders. In this latest update, we’ll talk more about the evacuation work that’s going on in Ukraine. You’ll also hear about our search for a new van, how our family is getting on in Slovakia, and abou...

This episode is the fourth in a series of audio updates we published to our blog in the days leading up to Russia's invasion of Ukraine and our family's subsequent evacuation to Slovakia. Our Journey by Joshua Steele On March 1, 2022, our family completed our crossing from Ukraine into Slovakia. This has been a difficult journey, but as always, God has been more than faithful. It’s been...

This episode is the third in a series of audio updates we published to our blog in the days leading up to Russia's invasion of Ukraine and our family's subsequent evacuation to Slovakia. Sirens and Shelters by Joshua Steele Russia’s invasion of Ukraine continues into its second day. This morning, we woke up to air raid sirens in L’viv. Please listen to the audio clip below for our latest...

This episode is the second in a series of audio updates we published to our blog in the days leading up to Russia's invasion of Ukraine and our family's subsequent evacuation to Slovakia. Ukraine Update from L’viv by Joshua Steele Russia has invaded Ukraine. Our family remains in L’viv as of this writing, and we’d like to provide you with a brief update on our situation here. Please list...

This episode is the first in a series of audio updates we published to our blog in the days leading up to Russia's invasion of Ukraine and our family's subsequent evacuation to Slovakia. Are We Safe? by Kelsie Steele My mom made a comment to me about my husband several years ago. She said, “I think Joshua has good judgment. I would feel safe with him.” I don’t even remember the circumsta...