We had a meeting with mayor, the head of social service, a regional social worker, the school superintendent, news reporter and journalist. The mayor has been to America, so his first question asked was, "How were the students' responses compared to America?" We talked about the comparisons, as well as the impact this will have in the community. It was exciting when the regional social worker spoke up and said, "I sat in on one of the presentations. The students engaged in all activities and it was a presentation much needed. I have a 13 year old son whom I need to talk to about this."
This brought up the topic of parent presentations, which I do in America through one of the school districts. The mayor is aware that this message is not only important for students but also for parents. The journalist said, "I'll be the first to attend!" with a smile. This practical presentation called, "Talk to Me" helps educate parents on how to bring up the subject while making it relevant.
The mayor has actually been to America. He understands how "loose" the society is in Ukraine. Alchohol & cigarettes are both easily available to purchase. It is not uncommon to see a person walking the streets carrying a beer bottle. It's like drinking water. So at a very young age people are becoming addicted.
In this town, nothing is being done. Nothing has been done until "Tserkva Golgava" (translated...Calvary Chapel). It's ONLY the Christians whom are reaching out. The people who are starting up new things and reaching out are the people with a passion, coming from the church. Well, we have been invited back with full support to share further in Kaharlyk showing slides, materials translated in Ukrainian and more testimonies shared. The mayor wants to use this time to prepare and plan for March or April 2008! This is an AMAZING TESTIMONY... all GLORY & HONOR & PRAISE to Jesus!
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It was so good to have you. We enjoyed getting to know you and feel so blessed that God met a need that we have been praying about through you.
Sounds like the town officials are into letting us do whatever we want in the future. We'd love to have you back.
I was wondering if you could send me the file for the "Passion and Principles" booklet. Tanya from Priluki had asked me to write you about it.
Our email is dannyliesefoote@gmail.com
Hope you are resting and getting over jet lag and back into your warm sunny weather.
Liese
danny & liese
what an amazn trip God ordained...i love ukraine and the mighty work He is doing through you two and the others Christians. Bringing HOPE to Kaharlyk!
My husband will pdf the file. Do let Tanya know that we're planning on translating the material (student workbook) and training in April. She can be a part of the training!
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