UKRAINE CRISIS
EMERGENCY AID
The One New Man Network is a ministry of The David House (UK Charity), and has been providing emergency aid and support to the people of Ukraine since the beginning of the war in Ukraine.
We work through our network of partner churches and messianic congregations as they bless and serve their communities. This amazing grass roots network stretches across the country meaning we are able to direct support a community through those living in that community. Each church and congregation has particular ministries which God has called them to and make up one or all of the areas below. We continue to stand together with Ukraine, sending regular support to members of the One New Man Network, to enable them to carry out their ministries.
Conflict Zones
Reaching those living close to the fighting is a special ministry of a number of brave One New Man Leaders. They load up with food, medicine, toiletries and other necessities and travel into what is called the “grayzone”. This is dangerous work as the frontlines are moving and these areas are often mined and regularly hit by Russian shelling and airstrikes.
Amazingly people still live in these areas, living without electricity and running water. Some stay because they are ill or disabled, others because they can’t face leaving what little they have for the uncertainty of life as a refugee. With incredible bravery our leaders venture right up to the front lines and are salt and light wherever they go. Sharing the Gospel and helping all in need, whilst offering a lift out to safer areas for those who want it.
Refugees
The flood of refugees at the start of the war in Ukraine saw thousands and thousands of refugees pass through a chain of One New Man Network member churches which provided food and lodging as they travelled away from the conflict areas. Tonnes of food, personal hygiene products, and medicines were provided as well as emergency accommodation in churches and homes.
Many of these refugees remain in temporary accommodation to this day and continue to need regular support as with jobs scarce and the government able to offer very little they rely on charity for daily needs. Particularly vulnerable are the elderly, the disabled and young families many of whom have husbands serving in the armed forces.
The One New Man Network exists in every corner of Ukraine so we are able to continue to support these vulnerable people through their local church with many holding soup kitchens, distributing care packages as well as giving ongoing pastoral support.
Chaplains
Many of our One New Man Leaders are now military Chaplains. This means building close relationships with different units so that they can offer spiritual and material support to those serving in Ukraine’s armed forces.
Special access is granted to frontline rest areas to pray with, minister to and lead services for soldiers who face death and serious injury on a daily basis. Many have made commitments of faith and are very open.
Alongside this regular visits are made to soldiers in hospitals around the country, often they have life changing injuries. We also support their families who travel to be close to them.
Scriptures
Working in partnership with Empower Ministries we have distributed over one hundred thousand New Testaments and many thousands of Scripture booklets since the start of the war.
Each distribution is carried out by a local One New Man Network church or congregation which also offer prayer and ongoing support. A special Camouflage copy of the New Testament is very popular amongst soldiers who are serving on the frontlines.
Leaders
In all the work we do the leaders in the One New Man Network are the glue which keeps the efforts going. Their motivation and selfless service is unparalleled as they lead from the front planning organising and co-ordinating every outreach, soup kitchen, aid drop and trip to the conflict zone.
As you can imagine all their effort take a toll so we hold regular One New Man gatherings across Ukraine for One New Man leaders to bless and support them. These gatherings are very popular and the feedback we receive is that they provide much needed fellowship with fellow leaders facing the same challenges.
TO MAKE A DONATION
For more information on how to make a donation by cheque or through your bank please email office@thedavidhouse.org