On February 24, the world witnessed Russia invade and wage war on Ukraine. We’ve heard reports on the devastation, loss of life, and destruction; and witnessed the estimated 10 million (primarily women and children) who have or are fleeing to bordering countries for safety.
The ELPC Mission Ministry, Mission Board, and Mission Committees were moved with compassion and a desire to help, and on behalf of our congregation, reached out to the local St. Peter and St. Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Carnegie. Their priest, Fr. John, expressed a need for socks, particularly men’s socks to support the men who have remained.
Thanks to ELPC’s generosity and commitment to walk with people in need, we still had an abundance of socks collected as an act of service in recognition of our MLK Day of Service in 2021. Those socks are now enroute to Ukraine, along with a donation of $5,000.
To explore ways that you may support our siblings in Ukraine: respond generously when we receive the One Great Hour of Sharing Offering on Palm Sunday, April 10, reference the PC(USA) disaster relief-refugee support website at pma.pcusa.org, and watch for local volunteer opportunities in ELPC’s weekly communications.