“Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.” – Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
In the heart of Uzhhorod, Ukraine, we’re witnessing these ancient words of wisdom come alive through the Transform Uzhhorod Alliance (TUA). This partnership of local churches and organizations isn’t just a network on paper—it’s a living, breathing example of Christ’s love in action.
Recently, this spirit of unity was powerfully demonstrated when tragedy struck a family from the Church of Jesus Christ, one of our Rroma congregations within the Alliance. When their home was devastated by fire, they could have faced this crisis alone. Instead, they found themselves surrounded by the embrace of not just their own church community, but the entire Alliance.
In a beautiful demonstration of Christian partnership, The Church of Jesus Christ stepped forward to provide crucial funding for the family to rebuild their home. One Collective ensured the family’s immediate needs were met by providing funds for food and living expenses, while Nehemiah supplied mattresses during this challenging transition period.
This coordinated response exemplifies exactly why the Transform Uzhhorod Alliance exists—to create a network of support where no one faces hardship alone. When one member of our community falls, the entire Alliance is there to help them up, just as Scripture teaches us.
These moments of crisis reveal the true strength of our unity. They show how our different organizations, each with their unique resources and capabilities, can come together to provide comprehensive support that no single group could offer alone. One provides financial assistance, another meets immediate physical needs, while the local church continues to offer spiritual and emotional support.
This is more than charity—it’s the body of Christ functioning as it was designed to, with each part contributing to the whole. Through your continued prayers and financial support, you’re not just helping individual organizations; you’re strengthening a network of care that transforms lives in tangible ways.
As we continue our work in Uzhhorod, we’re grateful for partners like you who make these moments of transformation possible. Together, we’re building a community where no one walks alone, where burdens are shared, and where God’s love is demonstrated through practical action and mutual support.
Your prayers and support continue to strengthen this vital network of care in Uzhhorod. Thank you for being part of this transformative work.