Yekaterinburg Hosts the Third National Youth Conference Entitled "Mission"

The purpose of the event was to spark interest in missions, to motivate the young generation of believers to serve different groups of people in Russia and abroad, to equip them to effectively share the Gospel message. During the conference, everyone could familiarize themselves with various opportunities, resources and ideas presented by different parachurch organizations, such as: "Light in the East", "Mission Eurasia", "Wycliffe", "OM" (Promise to Peace / Operation Mobilization), "Bible Mission " and others. The organizers prepared a series of vivid sermons with the participation of Taras Telkovsky (Belarus), Valery Belous (Moldova), Vitaly Zanin (Russia). Pavel Tokarchuk, (Mission Eurasia Director in Russia), introduced his ministry and spoke about the existing projects and their resources. He also held a seminar-discussion on effective evangelism methods in a modern city.

“I was very happy to take part in this conference. There are new people and acquaintances which already refreshes my heart, realizing that you are not alone and there are many other believers who also live to serve God. Such events are important to get out of the busyness of life, stop and see something new, as well as share the experience of your ministry and hear from others and through this be inspired to the mission. " Evelina is a leader of Young Life Ministry, a future speech therapist, an employee of a preschool educational institution (Ufa, Bashkortostan).

“When you come to such conferences from a small town and a small church, you see the scale of Christianity, you are inspired by those who are burning with service, and you yourself ignite from them and take this fire to yourself and share with others, being encouraged by God, you begin to work and serve, to fulfill their mission. Here you can see the universal church in its scale and it is great to realize that we are one family, we are in the same spirit, we speak the same language, we are relatives. Young people always ignite, where young people are in full swing and there is a renewal. " Elena - leader of youth and family ministries (Shadrinsk, Kurgan region).

“The Mission Conference is a blessing for young people and any generation. We have a great need - today there are many nations and groups that have not heard the Gospel, even in my environment, among my neighbors and colleagues at work. They all need to know the Good News. This conference is designed to encourage, guide, and equip us to carry the gospel to those who do not yet know about Christ. I believe that such events are a huge blessing for those who are ready to hear words that they can share with other people. For me, this is the place where I can find like-minded people, hear examples of others’ experiences, and get the necessary resources and directions for my ministry. " Andrei - leader of youth and evangelism, employee of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, lifeguard on the water (Moscow)