Saturday, May 21, 2011
On the 28th of April 7 people from our church made a covenant with God by means of water baptism.
On the 28th of April 7 people from our church made a covenant with God by means of water baptism. Alexander Skrypak a Pastor of “Almaz” church started this joyful event with a sermon on the 6th Chapter from the Epistle to the Romans. In this way he reminded to those who came to be baptized and to everyone else of the meaning of water baptism which is the symbol of our immersion into Jesus Christ.
There were also some unbeliever relatives of those who got to be baptized. The baptism ceremony was led by another “Almaz” church Pastor – Nikolay Skopych. The next day all 7 of those who got baptized were announced as new church members on a Sunday service. There were announced also 3 other people who decided to become “Almaz” church members that joined them.
It never fails to amaze as our Lord again and again adds to the church those that were saved. It’s very moving to see as people that just recently lived in rebellion against God now confess their faith in Jesus Christ, show total commitment to Him and a desire to follow Him till the rest of their lives. Be the Glory to Him for all of it!
On the 28th of April 7 people from our church made a covenant with God by means of water baptism. Alexander Skrypak a Pastor of “Almaz” church started this joyful event with a sermon on the 6th Chapter from the Epistle to the Romans. In this way he reminded to those who came to be baptized and to everyone else of the meaning of water baptism which is the symbol of our immersion into Jesus Christ.
There were also some unbeliever relatives of those who got to be baptized. The baptism ceremony was led by another “Almaz” church Pastor – Nikolay Skopych. The next day all 7 of those who got baptized were announced as new church members on a Sunday service. There were announced also 3 other people who decided to become “Almaz” church members that joined them.
It never fails to amaze as our Lord again and again adds to the church those that were saved. It’s very moving to see as people that just recently lived in rebellion against God now confess their faith in Jesus Christ, show total commitment to Him and a desire to follow Him till the rest of their lives. Be the Glory to Him for all of it!
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Almaz Church Bible School
Our Goal....
To display the majestic glory of God through perfection of God’s children into mature and joyful servants.
Every session, every home assignment, work of the students on their home assignments, practice of students’ serving, teachers and student mentors’ serving – all directed at reaching the above goal.
Our Curriculum...
The School has 2 levels of training.
Level 1 “Foundations of Faith” – Length of study: 2 years
1.Doctrine of the Bible
2.Hermeneutics
3.Doctrine of God
4.Doctrine of Man
5.Doctrine of Sin
6.Doctrine of Salvation
7.Doctrine of Christ
8.Doctrine of Holy Spirit
9.Doctrine of the End Tames
Level 1 “Practical Ministry” – Length of study: 1 year
1.Doctrine of the Church
2.Personal Spiritual Life: Imparting the Word of God to One’s Heart
3.Discipleship: Imparting the Word of God to a Disciple
4.Small Groups: Imparting the Word of God in the Context of Home Groups
5.Leadership: Specifics of Biblical Leadership
6.Preaching: Imparting the Word of God to Great Audiences
7.Christian Counseling: Imparting the Word of God to Troubled Hearts
8.Evangelism: Imparting the Word of God to the Lost
Length of a session day
Teaching time: 6 hours. Total time: 9 hours.
Average level of participation
65 persons. We make exceptions only when holding sessions in the form of conference. In this case, the sessions participation is around 300 persons. We turn to this form of training when we want to teach a topic to as many people as possible. In these cases beside students our other close friends can attend the conference.
Every session includes lecturing and working on home assignments.
Our Staff
Nickolay Skopych,
Teaching Pastor, one of the founders and teaching pastor of the Christian Evangelical Church “Almaz” in Kyiv, graduate of the Ukrainian Bible Seminary, Master of Theology.
Nickolay Bibikov,
Student Mentor, Level 1 ”Foundations of Faith”
Liliya Litvin,
Student Mentor, Level 2 “Practical Ministry”
February-April 2011 Sessions
In February-April 2011, the Course “Doctrine of the Holy Spirit (Pneumatology)” was taught at Almaz Church Bible School. The Course was taught during two sessions.
In February 2011, we held the Conference “Holy Spirit, His Essence and Actions.” It gathered 280 participants from various cities of Ukraine. This was a record number of participants as compared to the previous Almaz Church conferences. We believe it is a testimony to many Christians’ interest in the Biblical teaching of the Holy Spirit and, on the other hand, to their hunger for the Word of God and the study of Truth. This is, no doubt, a cause of joy.
During the Conference “Holy Spirit, His Essence and Actions” for one day the teaching on the person and deity of the Holy Spirit, His actions and manifestations during the Old Testament and New Testament times was presented. Taking into account the number of serious mistakes in understanding this topic in the modern day we spent a considerable time dealing with the details of baptism with the Holy Spirit, spiritual gifts, Holy Spirit’s role in a person’s spiritual re-birth. It was pointed out that the rights understanding of the third Person of the Trinity and His actions is extremely important for every Christian and the Church as a whole. At the same time, deviations from the right understanding of the truth of the Scripture may lead Christians to failure in their spiritual life.
The photo report on the conference can be found at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uw81gW8_dUM.
In April 2011, the one but last Level 1 “Foundations of Faith” session of the Almaz Church Bible School for the students of the first admission took place. We studied issues connected to the actions of the Holy Spirit in lives of Christians. In this session, we presented diplomas for the previous courses taken.
Future Planning
On May 29th, 2011, we plan to have a ceremonial presentation of diplomas to the students successfully completing the program of the “Deep Foundations of Faith” Level of the School. We plan to invite special guest and congratulate the graduates.
In September 2011, the School will enroll the second group of students for the Level 1 “Deep Foundations of Faith.” At the same time, we are starting courses of Level 2 “Practical Ministry” where we enroll the graduates of Level 1.
Viktoriya Demchuk, student, 25
“During the session, I kept wondering at the greatness of God and His kindness to sinful people, His boundless love for us. I was also struck by the humility of Jesus and His faithfulness to His Father. I understood better that my sins are real, that they have eternal consequences, and that the sacrifice of Christ covered them. It is hard for me to realize just how great was the mission of Christ that now allows me to live a life of joy at the feet of Him, Who also gives me strength to live a pure holy life. He is my Lord!
Understanding of Who Jesus is helps me praise Him more in my prayers. When I know more about Christ’s Person, it helps me follow in His footsteps in every sphere of life: His obedience to the will of His Father helps me seek God’s will and fulfill it in my ministry, His humility teaches me to be as humble in team work or in simple relationships with friends. The last session of the School, the Doctrine of Christ, made me once again think of Who Christ is and how important His role is in my life.”
Our Goal....
To display the majestic glory of God through perfection of God’s children into mature and joyful servants.
Every session, every home assignment, work of the students on their home assignments, practice of students’ serving, teachers and student mentors’ serving – all directed at reaching the above goal.
Our Curriculum...
The School has 2 levels of training.
Level 1 “Foundations of Faith” – Length of study: 2 years
1.Doctrine of the Bible
2.Hermeneutics
3.Doctrine of God
4.Doctrine of Man
5.Doctrine of Sin
6.Doctrine of Salvation
7.Doctrine of Christ
8.Doctrine of Holy Spirit
9.Doctrine of the End Tames
Level 1 “Practical Ministry” – Length of study: 1 year
1.Doctrine of the Church
2.Personal Spiritual Life: Imparting the Word of God to One’s Heart
3.Discipleship: Imparting the Word of God to a Disciple
4.Small Groups: Imparting the Word of God in the Context of Home Groups
5.Leadership: Specifics of Biblical Leadership
6.Preaching: Imparting the Word of God to Great Audiences
7.Christian Counseling: Imparting the Word of God to Troubled Hearts
8.Evangelism: Imparting the Word of God to the Lost
Length of a session day
Teaching time: 6 hours. Total time: 9 hours.
Average level of participation
65 persons. We make exceptions only when holding sessions in the form of conference. In this case, the sessions participation is around 300 persons. We turn to this form of training when we want to teach a topic to as many people as possible. In these cases beside students our other close friends can attend the conference.
Every session includes lecturing and working on home assignments.
Our Staff
Teaching Pastor, one of the founders and teaching pastor of the Christian Evangelical Church “Almaz” in Kyiv, graduate of the Ukrainian Bible Seminary, Master of Theology.
Student Mentor, Level 1 ”Foundations of Faith”
Student Mentor, Level 2 “Practical Ministry”
February-April 2011 Sessions
In February-April 2011, the Course “Doctrine of the Holy Spirit (Pneumatology)” was taught at Almaz Church Bible School. The Course was taught during two sessions.
In February 2011, we held the Conference “Holy Spirit, His Essence and Actions.” It gathered 280 participants from various cities of Ukraine. This was a record number of participants as compared to the previous Almaz Church conferences. We believe it is a testimony to many Christians’ interest in the Biblical teaching of the Holy Spirit and, on the other hand, to their hunger for the Word of God and the study of Truth. This is, no doubt, a cause of joy.
During the Conference “Holy Spirit, His Essence and Actions” for one day the teaching on the person and deity of the Holy Spirit, His actions and manifestations during the Old Testament and New Testament times was presented. Taking into account the number of serious mistakes in understanding this topic in the modern day we spent a considerable time dealing with the details of baptism with the Holy Spirit, spiritual gifts, Holy Spirit’s role in a person’s spiritual re-birth. It was pointed out that the rights understanding of the third Person of the Trinity and His actions is extremely important for every Christian and the Church as a whole. At the same time, deviations from the right understanding of the truth of the Scripture may lead Christians to failure in their spiritual life.
The photo report on the conference can be found at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uw81gW8_dUM.
In April 2011, the one but last Level 1 “Foundations of Faith” session of the Almaz Church Bible School for the students of the first admission took place. We studied issues connected to the actions of the Holy Spirit in lives of Christians. In this session, we presented diplomas for the previous courses taken.
Future Planning
On May 29th, 2011, we plan to have a ceremonial presentation of diplomas to the students successfully completing the program of the “Deep Foundations of Faith” Level of the School. We plan to invite special guest and congratulate the graduates.
In September 2011, the School will enroll the second group of students for the Level 1 “Deep Foundations of Faith.” At the same time, we are starting courses of Level 2 “Practical Ministry” where we enroll the graduates of Level 1.
Viktoriya Demchuk, student, 25
“During the session, I kept wondering at the greatness of God and His kindness to sinful people, His boundless love for us. I was also struck by the humility of Jesus and His faithfulness to His Father. I understood better that my sins are real, that they have eternal consequences, and that the sacrifice of Christ covered them. It is hard for me to realize just how great was the mission of Christ that now allows me to live a life of joy at the feet of Him, Who also gives me strength to live a pure holy life. He is my Lord!
Understanding of Who Jesus is helps me praise Him more in my prayers. When I know more about Christ’s Person, it helps me follow in His footsteps in every sphere of life: His obedience to the will of His Father helps me seek God’s will and fulfill it in my ministry, His humility teaches me to be as humble in team work or in simple relationships with friends. The last session of the School, the Doctrine of Christ, made me once again think of Who Christ is and how important His role is in my life.”
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Children in my Heart!
This is the time of year when I first went to Ukraine...May of 2009. We were already a large family of 9, but God was pulling us to adopt 3 more little children with Down Syndrome from Vorzel Ukraine. It brings a smile to my face to think of the orphanage and all the children who were at Vorzel when we first visited, and who are now with their own special families. It still amazes me, though I know it shouldn't how God works things in your life. We think we are in control most times, but God is when you let Him. God is very capable and all knowing.
When we got to Ukraine...we rushed to our appointments with our facilitator...After that we would go first to Baby House #3 and see our little Masha, who is still tiny and darling as ever. There I would also see Ivanna, Vladik & Timothy and some other regulars through out my 2 months in Ukraine. These children touched my heart and life like nothing else...
After 30 minutes or so we would rush down to Baby house #5 and see Milena & Luda..who lived together. They both have been such a joy and are also so darling and along with Masha & make me laugh & smile everyday. When I spend time with them I often think of their little life in Vorzel and all the other children who were there with them. There are many families we have contact with still who have taken the leap of faith and obeyed God's calling in their lives...for this I am grateful. All children deserve a family to love them unconditionally..and every family deserves the blessings of a child with Down Syndrome...
Many times we miss God's calling because of our own agenda. We think we are in control of our own lives. In some aspects of course we are, ...but in the stillness is when we can hear God's calling the best. During prayer & quiet times. I am grateful today for my salvation and God picking me...why me? Why my husband? why anyone? Well we are all called to come to know Jesus as Saviour...but not all hear. Some are deaf to God's call. This is very sad for Christians...knowing others who will not answer when God knocks at the door of their hearts. Maybe today you will ask Jesus into your heart and admit you are a sinner and need a Saviour. There is no other way to heaven..not by your works which alone are worthless to God..
I am so happy we listened to God's call of Adoption. He placed adoption on our hearts when we were 1 st married in 1993. We saw a special television documentary on orphans and adoption and this stirred our concern. I soon after got pregnant and was told to wait until our own child was 6 months old. By that time I was pregnant again with our 2 nd child and our adoption plan was put on hold. Years later we were reminded again at our church when a couple adopted twins from Korea and so we searched the website at last! By this time we had 6 children, our 5 th daughter having Down Syndrome. It all made sense then when we were drawn to this little girl in a crib looking up with eyes saying "Take me!" Oh my Lord, we are so happy and grateful we answered the call. This is when we went to Vladimir Russia to adopt Yulia who also had Down Syndrome. She has been sunshine in our lives for over 5 years now. A wonderful experience we will cherish & never forget! My older girls call her the live baby doll..we recently brought home our 13 year old son and he fits in like he was always here...our blog is torresfamilyadoption.blogspot.com
For questions or advice on adoption, please email us at rubenandjoann@msn.com
Adoption is an awesome calling...if you think you are being led to adopt a child with special needs, there are many places to go.. the place we found our children were Rainbowkids.com and Reecesrainbow.org theworldswaitingchildren.
We met Pastor Sasha & his family while in Vorzel Orphanage..We are so glad we met him and his team working at the orphanage. Through our adoption many people have gotten to know The Skripak family and their church. They are an awesome testimony and you will be happy you met them and became a part of their missions team. Please think about saving the life of an orphan through adoption or through Almaz Church orphan Outreach Ministry.
When we got to Ukraine...we rushed to our appointments with our facilitator...After that we would go first to Baby House #3 and see our little Masha, who is still tiny and darling as ever. There I would also see Ivanna, Vladik & Timothy and some other regulars through out my 2 months in Ukraine. These children touched my heart and life like nothing else...
After 30 minutes or so we would rush down to Baby house #5 and see Milena & Luda..who lived together. They both have been such a joy and are also so darling and along with Masha & make me laugh & smile everyday. When I spend time with them I often think of their little life in Vorzel and all the other children who were there with them. There are many families we have contact with still who have taken the leap of faith and obeyed God's calling in their lives...for this I am grateful. All children deserve a family to love them unconditionally..and every family deserves the blessings of a child with Down Syndrome...
Many times we miss God's calling because of our own agenda. We think we are in control of our own lives. In some aspects of course we are, ...but in the stillness is when we can hear God's calling the best. During prayer & quiet times. I am grateful today for my salvation and God picking me...why me? Why my husband? why anyone? Well we are all called to come to know Jesus as Saviour...but not all hear. Some are deaf to God's call. This is very sad for Christians...knowing others who will not answer when God knocks at the door of their hearts. Maybe today you will ask Jesus into your heart and admit you are a sinner and need a Saviour. There is no other way to heaven..not by your works which alone are worthless to God..
I am so happy we listened to God's call of Adoption. He placed adoption on our hearts when we were 1 st married in 1993. We saw a special television documentary on orphans and adoption and this stirred our concern. I soon after got pregnant and was told to wait until our own child was 6 months old. By that time I was pregnant again with our 2 nd child and our adoption plan was put on hold. Years later we were reminded again at our church when a couple adopted twins from Korea and so we searched the website at last! By this time we had 6 children, our 5 th daughter having Down Syndrome. It all made sense then when we were drawn to this little girl in a crib looking up with eyes saying "Take me!" Oh my Lord, we are so happy and grateful we answered the call. This is when we went to Vladimir Russia to adopt Yulia who also had Down Syndrome. She has been sunshine in our lives for over 5 years now. A wonderful experience we will cherish & never forget! My older girls call her the live baby doll..we recently brought home our 13 year old son and he fits in like he was always here...our blog is torresfamilyadoption.blogspot.com
For questions or advice on adoption, please email us at rubenandjoann@msn.com
Adoption is an awesome calling...if you think you are being led to adopt a child with special needs, there are many places to go.. the place we found our children were Rainbowkids.com and Reecesrainbow.org theworldswaitingchildren.
We met Pastor Sasha & his family while in Vorzel Orphanage..We are so glad we met him and his team working at the orphanage. Through our adoption many people have gotten to know The Skripak family and their church. They are an awesome testimony and you will be happy you met them and became a part of their missions team. Please think about saving the life of an orphan through adoption or through Almaz Church orphan Outreach Ministry.
Getting Closer to the Goal!
Over $2000 raised so far for the van for the Skripak Family & their Ministry to the orphans!
The chip in is still on but no donations yet there..you can also send a check...email Pastor Sasha at above email Address for details...The first week at Vorzel will be starting soon and the church is in need of this van to transport people from the airport to Vorzel and other orphanages.
Thank You to all those who have made the sacrifice to help out the Almaz Church!
The chip in is still on but no donations yet there..you can also send a check...email Pastor Sasha at above email Address for details...The first week at Vorzel will be starting soon and the church is in need of this van to transport people from the airport to Vorzel and other orphanages.
Thank You to all those who have made the sacrifice to help out the Almaz Church!
Friday, May 6, 2011
Summer Missions in Vorzel Ukraine
Ready to make a step in faith? Come to Ukraine and work with the Almaz Church Outreach Team this summer. Spaces are still available for June 2011. Also we can set your group up for next spring/summer. Contact Pastor Sasha at the above email. It will change your life....to help the children and care workers at the orphanage in Vorzel Ukraine.
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