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above, accepted Christ under its influence. In later
days, however, under the control of the Soviet
Christians.
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Living Memorials
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Benjamin Bajenski
Jan & Larry Snyder
David & Margaret Eubanks
Gene Dulin
Art Klein
Daniel Huk
Joseph Redlich
Katie Wandich
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Katie Wandich
Olga Emter
is to proclaim Christ's
unchanging
message ofsalvatid
the people of a chang
ing post-communist
Centraf and Eastern
Europe.
Sarah Redlich
Ken Wood
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Lee Wood
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March 2008
Dear friends, there is one important development relating to our church camp in Ostroda, Poland, which we
would like to share with you today. We thought that the best person to do it is Sandy Hatfield:
"I can remember the moment like it was yesterday. Flinging the suitcase on the bed, tossing in shorts and
a swimsuit, bug spray and Bible, rolling up the sleeping bag, and bounding out to the car for the 45-minute
drive to Clinton, IL. Yes! It was finally summer and I was off to a week of church camp! What a great time we
had...making friends, swimming and playing softball, studying God's Word. My life was forever changed at
camp.
I doubt that I'm alone in my story, for many of you surely carry similar memories. There's something about
a camp setting that not only draws young people, but provides an atmosphere in which the Spirit of God can
touch and change hearts. Sitting around the campfire, gazing at the stars, singing songs of praise to the
Creator of allit brings a special awareness and an openness to God. Being in a new setting, surrounded by
enthusiastic and loving counselors, focusing on God with lots of new friendsit's hard to beat such an
awesome camp experience!
Ostroda Camp is one such place where such awesome experiences occur. Located in NE Poland, it is
one of only a few Christian camps available in this region. GMM has witnessed throughout the years the
countless number of lives influenced for the Kingdom through different ministries of this camp. Campers
travel much more than 45 minutes to Ostroda, some riding on a bus for over 24 hours to arrive at this place
that may forever change their lives.
GMM is committed to making Ostroda Camp available to as many people as possible. This year,
however, the camp is facing an additional challenge. In order to continue the camp's programs the entire
lower level of the main building has to be renovated. A Polish crew is presently rebuilding the toilet and
shower facilities and adding more classroom space. At the end of March six volunteers from American and
Canadian churches will join this renovation and complete the task. I can't wait to see the campers' faces once
they arrive and check out the new bathrooms! I can hear it now... "Whoopee!!! A new WO!" (or something
similar in Polish and Russian ).
Renovating bathrooms may not sound like such a "spiritual" endeavor, but it is part of our desire to serve
with excellence. Who among us doesn't value a pleasant, clean shower room? A facility that is well kept and
pleasing to the eye speaks "welcome" and reflects the character of our good God. As the campers arrive, we
hope everything will be in order so that nothing will distract them from seeking the face of God and meeting
personally with His Son, Jesus.
If you can give a special financial gift toward this renovation project, it would be greatly appreciated. The
cost of the project has surpassed initial expectations, especially in light of the devaluation of the dollar. There
Is still an urgent need for an additional $12,000 to complete the project. Ifvou are able to help, please make
checks payable to: Global Missionary Ministries, with a memo "camo funds. "Thank vou for vour ongoing
support of this ministry. It is through prayers and your sacrificial giving that more people from Poland, Russia,
Belarus and Ukraine will experience God at Ostroda Camp and be changed forever!"
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MISSIONARY
UKRAINE
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Europe,
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a resident of Kovel,
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ago
that
Christianity was born
among the Slavic
people. Compared to its neighbors, Ukraine even
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heart the need
to start a new
church. I shared
this with other
Christian friends
and together we
joined in prayer
concerning this
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Turysk Church
matter.
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people, members
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Living Memorials
In memory of I Given by
Radio minister,
Paul Diatel,
Fully retired,
living in Toronto
Martha Green
Katie Wandich
Olga Emter
Daniel Huk
Joseph Redlich
ASTERTIDE
JBLESSINGS
Gene Dulin
Eunice Ade
Katie Wandich
Walter Ade
Sarah Redlich
Lida Clancy
Art Klein
Bette Eskins
Frieda Tilley
Carole Plevin
upon Him,
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Canada
message of salvation to
ing post-communist
Europe.
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unchanging,
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Jesus as my Savior
and began a new life.
I told my mother
everything. At first she
had no objections to
me visiting the church,
but then she realized
that I was serious. She
forbade me even to
Oksana
Living Memorials
In memory of / Given by
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is to proclaim Christ's
unchanging
message of saivation tc
the people of a chang
ing post-communist
Central and Eastern
Europe.
Pauline Posnikoff
Paul F. Nourse
Benjamin Bajenski
Janice & Larry Snyder
Sherry & Lacy Hall
Steve Onyschuk
Sandy Onyschuk
Victor Knowles
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George Repetski
Web: gmmeuro.org
As we close this busy season of GMM's summer activities, we would like to share a few words how God is
blessing and using this ministry, and share especially one exciting development which will undoubtedly impact
Canada and Europe for Christ.
Global Missionary Ministries is entering a new partnership with a church planting mission, called Impact Canada.
There used to be a time when we presented the message of peace, hope and new life through Christ to
people living "behind the iron curtain." This encouraged them in their daily lives. Today life in Central and
Eastern Europe continues to change, however, the message we preach remains unchanged. The words of
Jesus: "Do not let your heart be troubled...! am the way, the truth and the life...my peace I give you" (John
14:1,6,17) continues to be the foundation of our preaching. These words bring comfort and point us in the right
direction, no matter whether we live in the East or West. Jesus is the Way. He keeps our life in harmony with
God's purposes and restores peace with Him.
As we enter this new expanded phase of ministry we will continue to present the Good News that Jesus
saves and assist local believers in planting and growing new churches. We pray that the impact it brings will
be effective and "spread everywhere the fragrance...and aroma of Christ" (2 Corinth. 2:14-15).
We asked Jim Tune, a GMM board member, to write a few words about these new developments.
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been started.
lies ahead!
Jim Tune
REFLECTIONS FROM SHORT-TERM MISSION TEAMS THAT WORKED WITH GMM IN EUROPE IN 2008
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Ministries
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is to proclaim Christ's
unchanging
message of salvation to
the people of a chang
ing post-communist
Central and Eastern
Europe.
E-mail: gmm@gmmeuro.org
George Repetski
Web: gmmeuro.org
GLOBAL
We
are
blessed
by
helping
MISSIONARY
others.
Others
are
MINISTRIES
blessed
by
INC
helping
us
Dear Friends,
It is with GREAT EXCITEMENT that we announce the inauguration of a year-round program to train and
encourage worship leaders in the country of Poland and the surrounding region.
Working in close partnership with Missio Musico (Association of
Christian Musicians in Poland) and Ostroda Camp (Center for Training
mUKHtm
Mission),
ULj rFRpMPH SCHOOL
GMM-lmpact
Europe
has led in establishing the CHRISTIAN
yO
OF MUSIC
(CSM).
We thank the Lord for bringing this vision to a reality and for all
the people who stand behind it. Adam Kosewski, a young
musician/arranger born and raised near the city of Ostroda, is directing this challenging endeavor.
CSIVl will function as a weekend school, meeting Friday evening through Sunday afternoon five times
throughout the year at the camp/conference facility in Ostroda. Instruction will be given in vocal training,
instrumentation (piano, guitar, drums, flute, etc.), music theory, playing together as a worship team, and
other music-related themes. The program of the school will focus not only on musicianship, but also on the
foundational truths of worship and prayer as taught in Scripture. Students will gain a deeper understanding
of Cod's heart for worship as well as practical training to live a life devoted to God. Ongoing instruction and
encouragement will be offered via the internet to further support each student in life and ministry. The
ultimate purpose of the school is to expand the kingdom of God by strengthening the Church.
Quoting from the CSM website (www.csm.ostroda.ph:
As the Christian School of Music (CS/VI) we want to encourage and equip the
Church, investing in the talents and calling which God has given to those who are
His worshipers. We want to shape the attitude and character of musicians,
looking to that perfect example of a humble servant ~ Jesus Christ(Philippians
2:5-11).
There is a great need for training in worship and prayer in Poland. Already prospective students have
exclaimed, "This school is an answer to my prayers!" Enrollment has begun and anticipation is running high
as the first weekend nears (Oct. 10-12). GMM strongly believes in this work and has taken a step of faith
promising S600/month toward the school. Please pray that God will use this school to revitalize worship
and prayer throughout the region of Poland.
Musicians at Summer
Music Workshop
in Ostroda
Adam Kosewski,
GMM-lmpact Europe is committed to the success of this school and we prayerfully ask you to consider
supporting this new mission project. Your special gift for this worship training school can be sent to our
GMM address with the additional comment "school of music."
P.O. Box 41201, RPO Rockwood Mall, Mississauga. ON, Canada L4W 5C9 Phone: 905-564-3578 Fax: 905-564-6732 E-mail: gmm@gmmeuro.org