My trip to Ukraine June 23-26, 2016

My dear missionary friend, Tammy Swailes and her Pastor Lena invited me to the 20th Anniversary of their Church in Zhitomer, Ukraine. I flew from Rzeszow to Kiev and had a wonderful time!!! It was especially fun to see how how the young ones in the family have grown and to meet the new dog who has captured everyone's heart! It was a testimony of God's faithfulness to hear the history of the church and to come together for a celebration complete with wonderful food. We were so blessed!!!

First stop - Sushi for lunch with Pastor Lena & Tammy

Warmly greeted by Maxim, Lena's grandson & Tammy's Godson

Ura and Lena - so enjoyed their garden!

Tammy is becoming even more well known in town as she walks with the dog in his bag!

A little time to sight see




See the pure joy and celebration?!!

Pastor Lena & Ura were greeted by all and honored with songs, poems, prayers and flowers

and a skit put on by these fabulous and creative friends

My escorts back to the airport!

Max's younger brother Kostik

Max's mom, Lena's daughter Olga and 2nd son Nikita

Me, saying goodbye to the dog - he is 2 and full grown and what a character

Best buddies!

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