Updates from Ukraine

BVBible Institute Ukraine Report – January 2026

Dear friends,

Greetings to you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

We would like to share a brief report on the life and ministry of our Bible Institute for January 2026, highlighting the main events and current challenges.

1. Academic Process

After the winter break, students resumed their studies on January 12.

The educational process continues according to the schedule.

- First-year students are currently being taught by Denys Sopelnik - Joshua, Judges, and Ruth.

- At the same time, students are studying 1–2 Samuel and 1 Chronicles with Alexander Radkevich.

All classes are conducted online. Every lecture is recorded and uploaded to our YouTube channel, which allows students to review the material at any convenient time despite unstable conditions.

Our next course will be taught by Terry Harman. He will be teaching 1–2 Kings and 2 Chronicles, and we are looking forward to this subject with great anticipation.

2. Current Situation in Ukraine

This winter, Ukraine is experiencing severe frost. Due to ongoing Russian attacks, thermal power plants have been destroyed in all major cities. As a result, many areas are suffering from lack of electricity and heating, and people are literally freezing in their homes.

The situation in many cities is tragically difficult.

Electricity is usually available for only 2–3 hours per day, during which people try to charge phones and power banks before power is shut off again.

- Schools and kindergartens are not operating, and all education has moved online.

- Churches have become places of refuge, where people gather to stay warm using gasoline and diesel generators.

Despite all these challenges, we continue teaching and serving faithfully.

3. Prayer Requests

We kindly ask you to pray for us and our students, especially those who are currently serving.

- One of our students, Mykola, who was drafted in November, was undergoing military training. Due to a serious relapse related to a spinal condition, he lost the use of his legs and is now in the hospital.

- Please pray for all our brothers among students and graduates who are serving in the Armed Forces of Ukraine—for protection, healing, strength, and God’s peace.

Thank you for standing with us in prayer and support. Your faithfulness is a great encouragement to us during this difficult time.

With gratitude and hope in Christ,

Denys Sopelnyk