Heroic Days - Ukraine Crisis Story
February 26, 2022 With crisis raging now in Kyiv, our hearts are heavy. Our prayers go out for our sisters and brothers in Ukraine. One of our partners in Ukraine has been sharing updates with us. Here is an excerpt from one of the emails:
Last two days are very heroic for Ukraine. Many simple people become to protect capital of Ukraine Kyiv and small towns in regions. We do not know what will be next few days (because Russia army is one of the powerful army in the world) but we have not surrendered.According to declared martial law all man 18-60 cannot leave Ukraine. So, we cannot go to Poland or other foreign countries.Prices for renting any place for living is doubled, In Kyiv no bread or food, unstable communication lines (internet, phones), and Russian cyber-attacks on information.I cannot believe that it is my reality in the 21st century. In the center of Europe, in Kyiv.Friends, stay with Ukraine in spiritual breach. This war has deep spiritual roots.
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