The SIA of Ministries “Good Samaritan” celebratory conference was held on November 9-10, marking 30 years of ministry in America.

The first part of the conference was a Partnership Dinner, which gathered Good Samaritan Ministry staff, ministers of churches, missionaries and sponsors for a time of fellowship and prayer. President of “Good Samaritan”, Peter Radchuk, briefly presented information about what has been done and the directions of work for the future. Guest shared testimonies and greetings. The meeting concluded with a special prayer for Ukraine and America, along with prayers for the blessings upon the staff of the “Good Samaritan” ministry.

On November 10, 2024, President of “Good Samaritan” Peter Radchuk, was ordained as a bishop. The ordination took place at the Slavic Gospel Church in Federal Way, WA where Peter Radchuk has served for many years. It was symbolic that this event coincided with the 30th anniversary celebration of SIA of Good Samaritan Ministries.This is a joyful event for all friends, mission workers, ministers and co-workers on the field of God! We join in congratulating him and wishing God’s abundant blessings in life and ministry. For more information, visit www.efcfusa.com

“The church has been there all these years: you believed in us, supported us, prayed, blessed us,” Peter Radchuk emphasized in his short address to the members of the church. Guests and ministers from various states in America and other countries attended the ordination service. Vasily Galanesi, who was giving instruction, noted the fact that over the years Peter Radchuk has already been active in this position and was a respected minister, dedicated to God’s work. Many guest speakers expressed their trust and support as well as well-wishes and greetings.

The concluding service of our anniversary conference was a revival service held at Slavic Christian Center in Tacoma, WA. The theme of the whole service was to preach the Gospel, the importance of God’s power, God’s grace at work in evangelism ministry and in helping those in need. All the preachers in one way or another covered this subject, focusing on biblical stories and examples from life. Fervent prayer at the end of the service became the culmination of the celebration.

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