Ukraine Award & An Expanding Chaplaincy Program - By Linda Sheimo

Nancy Jernigan
Jan 17
2 min read

To God be the Glory

For of Him and through Him and to Him are all things, to whom be glory forever. Amen. Romans 11:36

Last month Valentyn Korenevych attended a meeting at Kyiv Theological seminary but instead of having the discussion about the chaplain’s degree program, he received an honorary award for his assistance of the military. This award was signed by the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Alexander Sirsky.

Commander-in-Chief, Armed Forces of Ukraine, Alexander Sirsky and Valentyn.

Valentyn was recognized for being the Director Pastor-Chaplain Leadership, Kyiv Theological Seminary, Founder, The Way of Truth Church, Kyiv and Director, Olive Branch Ukraine. Pictured with Valentyn above is the presenter, Vasyl Povoroznyuk, Director Military Chaplaincy, Evangelical Baptist Union.

Your prayers and financial support over the years have enabled Valentyn to not only conduct chaplain training but to have a degree-producing program in coordination with several Ukrainian institutions for military chaplains.

Valentyn’s service has been effective, responsive and sacrificial to Ukraine during this difficult time. We congratulate Valentyn on this prestigious recognition of his unstinting service to God and his country. Valentyn gives God the glory for the connections he has made and the opportunities for Olive Branch Ukraine to be an instrument of love, hope and light. He and his team meet physical, mental, emotional and spiritual needs despite lack of physical and financial resources.

We praise God for the vision, strength, courage and wisdom Valentyn has demonstrated leading Olive Branch Ukraine in peace and war.

But he is only able to achieve the plans God has given him through your generosity of finances and prayers.

Thanks to all of you who have consistently met planned and unexpected needs.