Yes, I remember wishing eveyone a Merry Christmas last month.  In Ukraine, Christmas is celebrated January 7th, according to the Orthodox calendar.  So the greeting is still timely.

 

January is always a month for reflecting on the year just completed and planning for the new year.

 

In 2009, Mulberry was able to complete the third unit in the Dyetski Dom building.  There are now three families and 28 children living there.  Also this year, a second Pilgrim (transitional) Home was added.  The number of children in these homes has increased from three to seven. The total children in supported Christian families has grown from 44 to 51.

 

Now, for the 2010 plans.  We need to move quickly to finish the fourth Dyetski Dom apartment while the Ukrainian economy is in our favor.  The cost of that renovation has fallen to $90,000. And, we are nearly half way there.

 

At the same time, we would like to add another Pilgrim Home this year and another ministry for abandoned babies.

 

All of these plans will require the continued faithful prayer and financial support of each of you.  Thanks for doing your part.