A social-medical outreach project, Movement of Hope, took place in the city of Kamin-Kashyrskyi, Volyn region, Ukraine. The initiative was made possible through the support of Adventist World Radio and the Western Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Ukraine, which includes congregations in the Volyn, Zakarpattia, Lviv, and Rivne regions.
The Movement of Hope is a comprehensive program that provides medical services to vulnerable members of the community.
From March 17 to 29, 2025, a mobile medical center operated in the city, offering free services including ultrasound exams, ECGs, consultations with a general practitioner, a psychologist, and a dermatologist, as well as massage therapy and haircuts. The most in-demand services were massages, blood tests, and ultrasounds. In total, more than 500 medical services and consultations were provided.
Several additional community events were held during this period. The local Adventist church organized youth and children’s programs for families with multiple children. Young guests were invited to join the Pathfinder Club and the children’s club “Friendlandia.” The church also hosted a three-day holiday program for 53 children, including orphans, half-orphans, and children from large families. At the end of the program, each child received a special gift.
Photo: Ukrainian Union Conference
Photo: Ukrainian Union Conference
Photo: Ukrainian Union Conference
Photo: Ukrainian Union Conference
As part of the Pathfinder program, teens visited the local fire and rescue station, where they explored the equipment and learned about the skills needed for emergency service careers. As a thank-you gesture, the teens gave firefighters insulated mugs and books. In return, the rescuers gifted the children copies of “Patron the Dog,” a book teaching children safety principles, especially in situations involving suspicious objects.
Evening meetings were held for youth, attracting over 50 participants each night. The sessions included interactive activities, discussions about the Bible and Christian values, movie screenings, and board games.
Around 25 individuals also took part in daily Bible study sessions titled “Hope in Action,” where they explored the core truths of God’s Word. Thanks to the Ukrainian Bible Society, each participant received a Bible in a modern Ukrainian translation.
According to local Adventist Pastor Serhii Shpak, the project provided a meaningful opportunity for city residents to engage with the church’s mission, and for some, it was even their first visit to the church building. Many expressed their gratitude for the medical assistance and requested that the mobile clinic also visit remote villages.
The Movement of Hope is part of Adventist World Radio’s ongoing efforts to support the people of Ukraine in response to the challenges brought on by the Russian conflict.
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