I returned from Zhytomyr, Ukraine in August and I believe we have a new partner in our goal to work with the kids.   Viktor Karpyluk is the pastor of a small church and has a heart to work with street kids and orphans.

Though there are fewer kids living on the streets currently, it is still a problem.   Viktor would like to branch out in this area of ministry more, but funds just are not there.

Currently, he and about six volunteers, are working with several orphanages..  Most orphanages get little help to take care of the kids.  Viktor has won the confidence of these directors and is allowed to bring his team in for Bible studies, crafts and just to show the kids love.  They also take gifts or supplies when there are funds.

Viktor, his wife Alla, and their baby boy get little to no income yet they give of themselves generously.   Whenever their team travels they must rent a van and driver which is costly.  They would love to have their own van and be able to expand their ministry and use it for our teams when we travel.

Viktor also has a long term goal to buy a house and open it up for graduating orphans.  These orphans are sent out at age 16 with a pat on the back, a little money and no job training.   Shepherd's Purse would like to buy a house and a van so that this ministry can expand.  

Current prayer needs:

• A good used van for $15,000
• A house for orphan and street kid ministry for $50-60,000

Right now the economy is in decline.  This means more orphans and kids on the streets.   It also means a temporary decline in the cost of buying a house.  We are praying for donors who are able to open these doors as soon as possible.  Contact us with your questions.