Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Murmansk honored women in a special celebration on March 7, 2022. The senior pastor of the congregation shared what the Bible has to say about women. Participants presented songs, poems, and other special greetings. Guests from Severomorsk, Murmansk Oblast, presented a musical program. Young church members showed two … [Read more...]
Rev. Volchok and His Wife Reach Out with Gospel to Large Family
On January 13, 2022, Pastor Aleksandr and Anna Volchok visited a family with many children in Afrikanda, a village more than 200 km (ca. 125 mi) from Murmansk, far NW Russia. It was the first time the children had heard the good news of Jesus' birth! Original post in Russia & photos … [Read more...]
Church of Murmansk Receives Kitchen Equipment
In late June, the Lutheran Church of Murmansk received the following kitchen equipment: an integrated sink, a dishwashing machine, a countertop, two corner cabinet countertops, and a duct. We’re deeply grateful to the group of friends in Norway who donated the money to buy this equipment. Also, the congregation used locally collected offerings to … [Read more...]
Church of Murmansk Hosts Children’s Program
From June 4-6, 2021, the Lutheran Church of Murmansk hosted a children's program organized by Dobriye Serdtsa Charity Foundation for Social Assistance. Photo credits: Anna Volchok's VK page Original post in Russian & photos … [Read more...]
Bishop Laptev Visits Congregation of Murmansk
April 29, 2021. Bishop Laptev’s visitation of Murmansk. Church servants’ seminar and meeting. The construction of the new church building is at a final stage. Current needs: finish in some of the rooms + land improvement. The Lutheran Church of Murmansk is active in social work and mission. Please pray for Pastor Aleksandr and his wife Anna who … [Read more...]