UKRAINE

For more than 30 years, CBN’s ministry in Ukraine has transformed many lives. Since the start of the war, now nearly one year ago, CBN’s Operation Blessing and Orphan’s Promise have brought food, relief, children’s ministry and hope to thousands of internally displaced people and refugees, in Ukraine as well as in Poland. Besides this valuable outreach, CBN also provides life changing surgeries to people in need. Below is a wonderful update from our medical outreach team.

Lyudmila noticed that her vision started deteriorating in April 2022. Due to the condition of her eyes, Lyudmila struggled with simple household chores and daily tasks. No longer could she read her favourite history books. Lyudmila serves as a volunteer to help making camouflage nets for the Ukrainian army. She worried that she could no longer continue to volunteer her time due to her eye conditions. She started to have constant headaches and strain on her left eye.

Lyudmila went to the city hospital and was diagnosed with complicated cataract of both eyes and phacoemulsification of the left eye. The doctor recommended an urgent eye operation. Any delays in operating could lead to complications – glaucoma and perhaps even blindness. Lyudmila did not have the financial resources for the operation.

This is where Operation Blessing stepped in. Thanks to the support of CBN partners we provided finance for the operation and worked with the hospital to schedule the surgery. The operation was a success and Lyudmila can see colours and contrast more clearly. The discomfort and pain in her eyes have gone and she can read the Bible and her favourite books again!

Lyudmila shared: “I am very grateful to the Lord that I was able to have this surgery locally and I did not have to go anywhere because it would not have been possible for me. I would also like to thank Operation Blessing for the financial assistance and support. Thank you for your kindness and for responding to my need! I am even more convinced that the Lord is faithful and hears my prayers!”