The construction of the new Theological Institute building is in full swing! The foundation is about laid. Please support us with your prayers in this large-scale and important project! Also, you can contribute to the construction with a donation by using the QR code on the link below. Photos and QR code … [Read more...]
Ministers and Laypeople Pray for New Construction at TICI, Bury Time Capsule
May 24, 2020, saw a prayer meeting on the construction site of the new classroom building of the ELCIR Theological Institute (TICI) in Koltushi near St. Petersburg. During the ceremony, a time capsule was buried in the foundation of the future facility. In his introductory speech, Bishop and Institute Rector Ivan Laptev shared his memories of how … [Read more...]
TICI Conducts First Round of Admissions
May 21, 2020 saw a meeting of the Bishop's Council at the ELCIR Theological Institute in Koltushi, during which the Council members conducted online interviews with applicants. The Institute has received a total of 22 applications. Please note that the interviews for the second round of admissions will be held on August 23, 2020. Send your … [Read more...]
Another Term of ITC Completed!
Praise God for another term of the Initial Theological Course that was completed at the Theological Institute on March 21! God’s blessings on the graduates! “On your walls, O Jerusalem, I have set watchmen; all the day and all the night they shall never be silent. You who put the LORD in remembrance, take no rest.” (Isaiah 62:6, ESV) Original post … [Read more...]
Families Meet Up in Koltushi Church, Discuss God’s Design and Spouse Relationship
On March 14, 2020, St. George’s Congregation in Koltushi hosted a family meetup. The participants discussed the difference between man and woman, what the Lord created us to be, how important it is for the spouses to talk and get to know more about each other, understand each other’s needs, value time together, and be responsible for each other. … [Read more...]