MINISTRY UPDATE

CBN Europe is the umbrella for CBN ministry in the Europe region as well as Ukraine and the CIS (Commonwealth Independent States that were part of the former Soviet Union). With CBN offices in the United Kingdom, The Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Croatia and Ukraine, CBN is strategically positioned to share the Good News of Jesus to the nations of Europe and beyond. In addition, CBN programmes can be seen as far as Australia and New Zealand!

CBN’s ministry in Europe is still fairly ‘young’ in the light of CBN’s journey and the first broadcast hosted by CBN’s founder, Dr Pat Robertson on 1 October 1961. Yet – since we established CBN UK in 2002 – much has happened. God opened so many doors for CBN’s ministry to bring hope and relief to many people. The launch of CBN Germany in 2007, CBN Balkan in 2016 and the Operation Blessing Poland office in 2022. Our office in Ukraine – CBN Emmanuil – joined the CBN Europe family in 2021 – a Godordained timing that enabled us to prepare for a very difficult time of war in Ukraine.

We live in challenging times – from economic downturns, increased secularism and a steep decline of Christianity across Western Europe in particular, to an ongoing refugee crisis, a global pandemic, the war in Ukraine, the earthquake in Syria and Turkey, and the list goes on. As Christians we take courage in the words of Jesus where He tells us not to panic. These things will and must take place. He warns of the first birth pains, with many more to come. (Matthew 24). He mentions about how the world will hate us because we follow Him. That many will turn away from Him and betray and hate each other. Sin will be rampant everywhere and the love of many will grow cold.

Jesus makes a promise in verse 13 that “the one who endures to the end will be saved”. He calls us to hold on, to keep trusting and following Him, despite the things we see and hear.

Verse 14 is the Scripture that is displayed above the main entrance (and by the staff entrance) of the CBN Headquarters in Virginia Beach. It says: “And the Good News about the Kingdom will be preached throughout the whole world, so that all nations will hear it; and then the end will come”. This Scripture is at the heart of CBN’s ministry around the world, as we join with our teams and partner ministries to bring the message of the Good News of Jesus Christ to the nations in word and in deed.

Turkey

Our Operation Blessing Disaster Relief team deployed to Turkey to provide immediate disaster relief to earthquake survivors.

We provided warm blankets, hot food and drinks, relief bags, food parcels and solar lights to meet the immediate needs. We opened a warehouse where we deliver purchased food and hygiene items. We currently have five teams working in various areas in rotation. The need is so great – as thousands of people have lost not only loved ones in this tragedy, but also their homes and personal belongings.

The government provides temporary shelter to many displaced people – yet this is not enough. Many people sleep on the street or pitch tents in parks and fields. Various churches approached us for help for their members and the communities they serve. As the Lord provides we continue to serve and stand with the people of Turkey.

Thank you for praying for our teams, for their safety, for the people we reach and for opportunities to share the Gospel in a challenging environment. A huge thanks to everyone who gave so far towards our Turkey Disaster Relief campaign – so far we have raised £36, 860 in Europe!