Lifeways Russia

Since traveling to Russia in 1991 I have had the opportunity to see major changes in several areas. The Soviets left Russia and its satellites in such bad condition that it will take years if not decades to bring healing to individuals and families. Definitely decades to develop the freedoms that we take for granted. However, many good things are happening.

1. Hundreds of churches and ministries are supporting churches and Russian leaders. The growth in the number of leaders is significant.

2. Economically common people are better off, with the exception of those on pensions.

3. There has been a slow growth of groups that focus on recovery from alcohol and drug abuse. There can be no economic recovery without sobriety. There are a few regular A.A. groups but many more are needed. Galina has trained numerous pastors, priests and lay leaders to set up Christian 12 Steps Groups and there are several hundred operating around the former USSR.

4. There is an increase in the number of groups emphasizing family life and order. Along with a dramatic rise in alcohol and drug abuse has come the disintegration of families.

You can see that Galina and her team are working on three of these four areas. Go to her web page at www.Lifeways.ru for more information.