In the past two years we went through a huge transformation in Russia – from AM radio to online outreach. Our listeners became closer to us, and they increased in number. Every month we are now reaching more than a million people. And since it is so easy to respond on their phones and computers, they […]
Time to build: Kiev media evangelism center
Victor Akhterov Our ministry in Ukraine is growing. So far, we have launched five FEBC stations, as well as offering our programs through five independent stations. We are hoping to open at least two new stations in 2018. We are grateful to God – and to you – for empowering us to bring the Gospel […]
Talas: My Hometown People
Rev. Ulanbek Karypov Talas is one of the spiritually darkest places in Kyrgyzstan. Historically, this is where the belief systems of Shamanism and Islam were interwoven. People here still worship the spirits of the deceased and sacrifice animals in so-called “holy” places. Officially, people accepted Islam some time ago as their religion, but their faith […]
Our Listeners Respond
DISCOVERING THE LOVE OF GOD Most people in Russia see God as either an all-forgiving grandpa or a harsh judge. We help people see the biblical picture of God as a loving and Holy Father. “As I was listening today, I was both perplexed and inspired. I know very little about Christian faith, basically […]
News and prayer needs
RUSSIAN PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS March 18, 2018, is the day of presidential elections in Russia. The current President, Vladimir Putin, is a likely winner. Please pray that the relative freedom to proclaim the Gospel in Russia will continue. Also please pray for Vladimir Putin and the Russian government to help establish peace between Russia and […]
Year-End Results: More Saved lives!
Year-End Results: More Saved lives! By Victor P. Akhterov “We are still married because we began listening to FEBC programs,” wrote Anna, a 34-year old Siberian woman. “And Jesus is a part of our family now.” Stories of restored families, saved souls, transformed lives and averted suicides are pouring in. If you could help save a life […]
Ministry news and prayer needs
CHRISTMAS PROGRAMMING Pray for special programs that explain the meaning of Christmas to the listeners in Russia and Ukraine. We planned special interviews, concerts and children’s specials for this Christmas season. STUDIO REMODELING IN SLAVYANSK We are remodeling our studio building in Slavyansk, Ukraine. We need additional $2,500 for building materials to make sure that the studios […]
God uses these radio programmers to change lives
FINED FOR INVITING PEOPLE TO CHURCH FEBC’s regional leader in Tambov region, Sergey Stepanov, was recently fined by the Russian government. The reason was for inviting people to visit his church for Easter, using the Russian version of Facebook. Please pray for freedom to proclaim Christ in Russia. STUDENTS NEED THE LORD Being close to our intended audience sometimes means inviting […]
Christmas Letter 2017
Merry Christmas, dear friends! I was at a pre-Christmas celebration in Moscow, sitting next to Konstantin, one of the most active Christian leaders of Russia. “Have I ever told you,” he asked, “that my first exposure to Christianity was listening to FEBC broadcasts, when I was 16? I listened almost every night, and every […]
Saving Lives in Ukraine
Ukraine: Life-Changing Broadcasts Victor Akhterov I am writing this article on the day the Odessa station went on the air. We are overjoyed and extremely grateful to you for helping us launch this station. We had to overcome several major challenges, from dealing with logistical and technological problems to producing new programs appropriate for […]