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 episode as we share what's next for the Steele family in 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 Ukrainians in Eastern Europe.Links from the EpisodeNews and updates going forward: OFReport.comSubscribe to our blog: OFReport.com/subscribeListen to all our podcast episodes: OFReport.com/podcastCMO 2023 updates: euroteamoutreach.org/blogCMO photo albums: facebook.comKrakow photo with Hank/Bill Thompson: facebook.comUkraine News SourcesSky News (YouTube)The Kyiv IndependentDenys Davydov (YouTube)Jake Bro (YouTube)TLDR News EU (YouTube)Ukraine: The Latest (podcast)Institute for the Study of War (ISW)Deep State MapHow You Can PrayPraise the Lord for victories this summer during CMO 2023.Pray for the many Ukrainians who heard the Gospel during CMO.Pray that God would continue to bless our Good and Evil distributor program. We've now gone through more than half our total stock!Pray that God would grant us strength, courage, wisdom and direction as we continue to serve Him in Ukraine.Pray for safety and stable electricity through the winter months. Pray for protection from Russian missile attacks.Pray for our daughter Abigail as she spends a few months in the US for work and study. She is currently living with Kelsie's parents.Pray for health and strength for our family.Pray for a swift Ukrainian victory over their oppressors.Pray for peace and liberty in Ukraine.Blog Posthttps://ofreport.com/blog/2023-10-19-loving-ukraine/Support the show

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 SourcesSky News (YouTube)The Kyiv IndependentDenys Davydov (YouTube)Jake Bro (YouTube)TLDR News EU (YouTube)Ukraine: The Latest (podcast)Institute for the Study of War (ISW)Deep State MapHow You Can PrayPraise the Lord for bringing us safely back to our home in L'viv, Ukraine!Pray for our upcoming outreaches this summer during CMO.Pray for safe travel and fruitful for ministry for the CMO team, including Nathan Day and Bill Thompson.Praise the Lord for the recent launch of Bible First French!Pray for health and strength for our family as we work hard to prepare for our concerts.Pray that God would give us good success in planning concert events this summer.Pray for a swift Ukrainian victory over their oppressors.Pray for peace and liberty in Ukraine.Blog Posthttps://ofreport.com/blog/2023-07-27-destination/Support the show

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.Carpathian Mountain Outreach 2023CMO is back for 2023! Time is short, so if you're interested, we need to hear from you as soon as possible. The links below will get you started!Read the Announcement - https://euroteamoutreach.org/blog/2023/04/time-to-goLearn How to Apply - https://www.cmoproject.org/applyUkraine News SourcesSky News - https://youtu.be/zDIJmhRuVj0The Kyiv Independent - https://kyivindependent.com/Denys Davydov - https://youtu.be/s8l44bxVND0Jake Bro - https://youtu.be/GPC4ifmoMVwTLDR News EU - https://youtu.be/_OQdf7HghEoInstitute for the Study of War (ISW) - https://www.understandingwar.org/Deep State Map - https://deepstatemap.live/How You Can PrayPray for our family as we prepare to return to Ukraine. Pray especially for smooth border crossings.Pray for a successful CMO project this summer. Pray that many Ukrainians — both soldiers and civilians – would hear and believe the Gospel.Pray the French-language outreach of Bible First Online.Praise the Lord for the ongoing success of the Good and Evil distribution program in Ukraine.Praise the Lord that we received our new Ukrainian residency cards!Pray for peace and liberty in Ukraine.Be sure to check out the blog post for this episode for related photos!https://ofreport.com/blog/2023-05-07-we-ve-made-our-decisionSupport the show

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 the front lines of Ukraine's war against Russian tyranny.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.Banking DataYou can find full donation details on their Facebook page here. There are multiple accounts and currencies, including EUR and USD. Here the essentials for their USD account:Account holder: CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION “CHARITABLE FOUNDATION “RADEKHIVS'KI HOSPODYNI”IBAN: UA923257960000026009301090776SWIFT / BIC code: COSBUAUKLVIHow You Can PrayPray for soldiers serving in Ukraine. Pray that they would receive not only physical aid, but also the Gospel. These are days to consider eternity.Pray for our residency in Ukraine. We have submitted our documents, and we are now waiting to receive our new cards.Praise the Lord for continued progress with our Good and Evil book distribution outreach.Pray for God's direction for our family regarding a permanent return to Ukraine. Decision time soon…Pray for preparations for our CMO project this summer.Pray for peace and liberty in Ukraine.Be sure to check out the blog post for this episode for related photos!https://ofreport.com/blog/2023-04-03-ukrainian-angelsSupport the show

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 for our family as we continue ministering to Ukrainians in Eastern Europe.How You Can PrayPraise the Lord for granting us success in reuniting Serhii, his wife Natallia and their family.Pray for resilience and strength for Ukrainians as they continue to battle Russia's invasion of their homeland.Pray that God would continue to bless and prosper our various Gospel outreaches, including Bible First, the Good and Evil book, and possibly even a return of CMO in 2023!

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! Please share this episode with your friends, and pray for our family as we continue ministering to Ukrainians in Eastern Europe.How You Can PrayPray for a swift end to Russia's war against the people of Ukraine.Pray for a safe, restful and joyful time for the Chepara family as they spend five days together in Odessa.Pray for safety and a successful border crossing as I drive Natallia (Serhii's wife) and their two children to L'viv on Saturday, December 24.Pray for Ukraine's energy infrastructure as millions face a long, cold winter with limited access to heat and electricity.Pray for health, wisdom and courage for our family.Pray for peace and liberty in Ukraine.Be sure to check out the blog post for this episode for related photos!https://ofreport.com/blog/2022-12-23-soldiers-perspectiveSupport the show

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 Ukrainians in Eastern Europe.How You Can PrayPraise the Lord for a successful trip to Ukraine on December 3–8.Pray for my next trip in a few days (Dec 24). This time I'm taking along three of our kids. More updates to come!Pray for Ukraine's energy infrastructure as millions face a long, cold winter with limited access to heat and electricity.Pray for our Ukrainian Family Fellowship in Žilina.Pray for health, wisdom and courage for our family.Pray for peace and liberty in Ukraine.Be sure to check out the blog post for this episode for related photos!https://ofreport.com/blog/2022-12-21-back-from-ukraine-my-impressionsSupport the show

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 we continue ministering to Ukrainians in Eastern Europe.How You Can PrayPray for safety as I travel to Ukraine.Pray that the van would continue to operate well, both for my trip and for those who will be driving it in Ukraine.Pray for protection and warmth for millions of Ukrainians who, as a result of Russian aggression, now face freezing temperatures with a badly damaged electrical grid.Pray that Kelsie's residency application will be accepted on December 19.Pray that God would bless and grow our new Ukrainian fellowship group. More details coming in our next newsletter!Pray for peace and liberty in Ukraine.

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 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.Links from the EpisodeAlert map of Ukraine (alerts.in.ua/en)Our Ukrainian distributor formHebron IT AcademyFree Ukrainian Language Offer (pimsleur.com)How You Can PrayPray for quick, efficient, and widespread distribution of Good and Evil books in Ukraine.Praise the Lord for a growing number of distributors in Ukraine!Pray for a full and speedy recovery for Pastor Vladyslav after his recent heart attack.Pray for Ukrainians as they face power outages and a lack of heat going into winter.Pray that we would receive our Slovak residency cards soon.Pray for divine appointments as we continue to minister to displaced Ukrainians in Slovakia.Pray for peace and liberty in Ukraine.

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 Slovakia, the Good and Evil book ministry in Ukraine, and Russia's deadly missile attacks of October 10.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.How You Can PrayPray for Yura as he continues his labor of love in Ukraine.Pray for a speedy end to the war and a reuniting of separated Ukrainian families like Yura and his boys.Pray for safety and deliverance for Ukrainians everywhere as they live under the increased threat of missile attacks.Pray for the protection of Ukraine's critical infrastructure: things like power stations, heating facilities, and water supply stations.Praise the Lord for the delivery and storage of 15,000 copies of Good and Evil.Pray for quick, efficient, and widespread distribution of Good and Evil books in Ukraine. Pray for reliable partners and distributors who can help us achieve this goal.Pray for health for our family, especially as we move into the fall season.Pray for divine appointments as we continue to minister to displaced Ukrainians through our hospitality outreach.Pray that we would receive our residency status in Slovakia soon.Pray for peace and liberty in Ukraine.

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 with your friends, and pray for our family as we continue ministering to Ukrainians in Eastern Europe.VideosThe Ukrainians Strike BackHow did Ukraine retake so much territory from Russia so fast?Russian Military Front Lines Have COLLAPSEDUkraine War: Ukrainians calling the shotsLinksInvasion Day 200 – Summary (militaryland.net)Liberators Greeted With Cheers, Tears Of Joy (thedrive.com)After Russian Retreat, Witnesses Claim Torture (thedrive.com)Invasion Maps (militaryland.net)Deep State Map (deepstatemap.live)Be sure to check out the blog post for this episode for related photos!https://ofreport.com/blog/2022-09-15-and-we-re-backSupport the show

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 this episode with your friends, and pray for our family as we continue ministering to Ukrainians in Eastern Europe.ResourcesVinnytsia Attack (facebook.com)The Accidental Superpower by Peter Zeihan (amazon.com)The Accidental Superpower Maps (zeihan.com)Invasion Day 144 – Summary (MilitaryLand.net)Deep State Map (deepstatemap.live)U.S.-Provided HIMARS Effective in Ukraine (defense.gov)Ukraine Gets First M270 Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (thedrive.com)Russia is Completely Unprotected in Ukraine Right Now (youtube.com)Be sure to check out the blog post for this episode for related photos!https://ofreport.com/blog/2022-07-21-russia-and-geopoliticsSupport the show

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 podcast! Please share this episode with your friends, and pray for our family as we continue ministering to Ukrainians in Eastern Europe.Be sure to check out the blog post for this episode for related photos!https://ofreport.com/blog/2022-06-27-moving-againSupport the show

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 synopsis of the military situation on the ground in 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 Ukrainians in Eastern Europe.Be sure to check out the blog post for this episode for related photos!https://ofreport.com/blog/2022-06-04-digging-in-looking-ahead-to-the-long-haul

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 native Ukrainian language, with Kelsie translating into English. Natallia will talk about their long weeks of separation as she and the children evacuated to Germany and adapted to refugee life. Finally, you'll hear the heart-warming conclusion as their family is reunited in a small Carpathian village. This is an episode you won't want to miss!If you would like to bless the Chepara family financially, you can donate to them directly via PayPal using Serhii's email address (see below). And don't forget to choose the “family and friends” option so that the entire donation will go to the Chepara's.❤️  Donate directly to the Chepara's via PayPal!

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 Ukrainian friends from our church in L'viv. We also have updates about a new printing of the Good and Evil Bible comic book, our ministry to Ukrainians in Slovakia and more.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.Be sure to check out the blog post for this episode for related photos!https://ofreport.com/blog/2022-05-02-on-the-road-againSupport the show

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 episode with your friends, and pray for our family as we continue ministering to Ukrainians in Eastern Europe.Be sure to check out the blog post for this episode for related photos!https://ofreport.com/blog/2022-04-20-all-over-the-mapSupport the show (https://ofreport.com/donate)

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 our family, as well as several prayer requests, especially regarding our health.Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! Please share this episode with your friends and pray for our family as we minister to Ukrainians in Eastern Europe.Blog post for this episode (with photos!)https://ofreport.com/blog/2022-04-08-back-to-the-bordersPayPal in UkrainePress Release (paypal-corp.com)Ukrainian-language Instructions (tsn.ua)News SourcesUkraine NOW [English] (Telegram)The Kyiv Independent (Telegram)Ukraine War Report (Telegram)Air Raid Alerts in L'viv UKR/ENG (Telegram)SOF News (sof.news)Support the show (https://ofreport.com/donate)

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 for our family. We are excited about the days ahead!ReferenceZac & Kim Shepperson (josiahventure.com)HARP (harprescue.org)Support the show

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 about specific ways that you can continue supporting us in prayer.And lastly, we're very excited to announce the launch of our new podcast, Journey to Ukraine. We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to two amazing people that helped us get this podcast on its feet. Andrew Hale designed the artwork for the podcast, while my very own brother Jonathan Steele selected the music and did the editing/mastering for our intro. Both of these fine gentlemen donated their time and talents at no cost to us. Thank you guys for your generosity!Support the show (https://ofreport.com/donate)

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 Journeyby Joshua SteeleOn 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 a few days since we posted news of our progress, so in this (admittedly longer) audio update, we'd like to bring you up to speed. We'll talk not only about what has transpired, but about our current position in Slovakia and our plans the future. Thanks for listening!View the full blog post here:https://ofreport.com/blog/2022-03-05-our-journeySupport the show (https://ofreport.com/donate)

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 Sheltersby Joshua SteeleRussia'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 update. As always, we greatly appreciate your concern and prayers for our family and for Ukraine during this time.View the full blog post here:https://ofreport.com/blog/2022-02-25-sirens-and-sheltersSupport the show

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'vivby Joshua SteeleRussia 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 listen to the audio clip below to learn more. As always, we greatly appreciate your concern and prayers for our family and for Ukraine during this time.View the full blog post here:https://ofreport.com/blog/2022-02-24-ukraine-update-lvivSupport the show (https://ofreport.com/donate)

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 SteeleMy 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 circumstances that prompted that remark, but recently I have thought of it several times. Due to Ukraine's recent place on the world stage, there has been a lot of interest in what our family would do...View the full blog post here:https://ofreport.com/blog/2022-02-13-are-we-safe