On December 13 of this year, “My Home” has organized a series of workshops for parents on current issues in education and upbringing. Alexander Vyalov was the author and presenter, he’s also a teacher, teacher-trainer, founder of private Christian school “The beginning of wisdom”, the pastor of “Living Hope” church, the author of the book “The pundits of God” and video tutorials “The Bible in experiments” on You Tube.
With the onset of cold weather Ukrainian army is trying to insulate its positions. With this purpose “My Home” handed 6 cubes of wooden boards to the soldiers for insulation of dugouts.
We want the cold of war to end so much and the warmth of God’s love to melt the hearts of all the participants of military activities …
CF “My Home” together with the company “I’M FAMILY” had a family weekend for our parents from October 24 till October 26. It was a time of rest, romance, fun, games, and a bit of training. A romantic candlelight dinner became the culmination of the weekend and the most touching and sensual event was the ceremony of marriage covenant renewal… Everything can not be described in words… but some of the participants tried to do it.
«We have reconsidered our relationship in many aspects, learned a lot of valuable information for us personally and for our family in general. We’d like to see more families find out what family happiness is, to do this you need to go on a family weekend. Come and you will not regret it»
Aleksandr and Svetlana
«My wife and I learned a lot of useful information. We’ve been married for 20 years, but we always had questions we didn’t know how to solve. But now we know the reasons and methods to solve those questions, practical exercises strengthened our knowledge. Also it was a good rest for us»
Nikolai and Lyudmila
«When we came here, we had questions. We were looking for answers and were confident that God will answer us. Leaving our everyday routine, we heard God; all the questions where we had flaws were discussed. Meetings like this are important for us, because they help to renew our relationship, you can look at your second half in a new way and get to know each other again. After returning home, we will do many things differently. Many thanks to all the organizers of this project»
Aleksandr and Vita
«This weekend was a gift from the Lord! Our family really enjoyed it; the whole atmosphere was created in romantic spirit. Every detail was though through. Perfect training, which wonderfully combined theory and practice. Great games that had spiritual, biblical conclusions. Thanks to all who worked to create it all! May the Lord multiply all the blessings we have received for our family!»
Aleksandr and Victoria
«We were very blessed by every moment of our stay. It really opens the “second wind” for the family. We enjoyed fellowship with each other, fellowship with other families. The seminars were really useful, they helped us to understand each other better, hear one another, we got a lot of advice on how to be a happy family. Thank you!
Yuri and Oksana
«We loved the trainings, they helped us to tell each other a lot and strengthen our relationship. Also we loved the romantic evening, which was organized for us to be able feel in love again and feel the notes of our first feelings. Many thanks to everyone!!!
Sergei and Olga
«We were in a small fairy tale. Thanks to you we were able to take a break from monotonous abyss of endless cares, look around and admire the beauty of every day, pay attention to our second halves, hear each other better. Your humor and vision on the other hand, helped us to make our attitudes more active and learn to decorate our life in favor of the family. We learned that one happy family can make other families happier and the greatest reward will be that our children’s families will want to be like us!!!»
Vladimir and Alla
Today in Ukraine there are many families who, because of military operations had to leave the area of ATO. “My Home” Foundation has decided not to stay away, and for several months is actively engaged in assistance to refugees. During this time, 60 families were accommodated; food aid and basic necessities for them were provided as well.
In this time of challenges and trials it is very important to clearly define the boundaries of our land. CF “My Home” has the honor to participate in this good deed.
During September the Alliance “Ukraine without orphans” will participate in a charity marathon within the project Kyiv Half Marathon. We invite you to join the reconstruction of social rehabilitation center for orphans with special needs “My Home”.
his year our friendly family of “My Home” was supplemented by nine children. Six of them have taken refuge under the wings of foster care and there of them, being adopted, received new names from loving moms and dads.
Dear Parents, In this letter we’d like to share some plans of “My Home” for this year and try to improve communication with you and give you clear understanding of the person you should contact if you have this or that problem. In addition, we have an offer to share what we have with those who need it.
Dear Parents! On October 17-19, 2014, especially FOR YOU, there will be a «Family weekend» on the base of Tavria Christian Institute (Kherson).
Family vacation is like a stop, where you are able to think about what was before and what to do next. It’s a unique combination of relaxation and effective training for couples, during which the participants will not only have a good time but will be able to feel the inner world of their second halves much deeper, set goals for next year together, learn from the positive experience of other families, as well as renew their relationship.
Since June 2014, KRCF “My Home” along with non-indifferent organizations and individuals in Kherson has been actively involved in helping refugees from the area of ATO. For all the time of working in Kherson, as of August, 55 families were accommodated.
Based on decision of the Supervisory Board of “My Home” Charity Foundation, Andrei Somov is appointed as Project Manager of “Kherson Regional Charity Foundation “My Home” starting with July 1, 2014.
February 14 in the orphanage
We celebrated February 14 in wonderful fellowship with our friends – kids from
Tsyurupinsk orphanage.
We had a lot of fun, sang songs, played games and talked about
God’s love for every person. Also the children made a skit about
Christ’s love all by themselves!
On January 15, 2014 children growing up in foster families in the city of Belogorsk made a Christmas program in a psycho-neurological orphanage.
All the students gathered in the auditorium of the orphanage. They gladly took part in games and quizzes, sang songs and watched a puppet show called “Dream of a Doll”.
Thanks to sponsors, beverage Company MOJO, the children of our Tsyurupynsk orphanage and regional orphanage were able to visit the showing of a new Ukrainian movie “Ivan Power”, which took place on November 8, 2013 in Kherson. 400 paid for seats were gratefully taken not only orphans, but also by children with disabilities from three schools in Kherson and two local organizations. The MOJO Company kindly treated the children with their products.
National Adoption Day is traditionally celebrated in Ukraine on September 30, starting with 2009. It is a day to honor adoptive parents, guardians, foster parents, caretakers of family-type homes, all those involved in adoption and child protection. It is a day of joy for thousands of children who have found happiness in loving and caring families. It is a celebration of kindness and compassion for all Ukrainian society.
Since March 2013, a team of concerned staff from two organizations, “Agape” mission and “My Home”
charitable foundation, headed by Olga Pronina, started praying about the Mentorship Project in Kherson…
September trainings from Lynn and Ruby Johnston.
September is the beginning of new school year, thousands of students and the students went to get new knowledge and skills. Foster parents and staff of centers of social services for families, children and young people took time to attend training sessions, organized by the “My Home”.
Almost one-third of May, from 22 to 31, the Southern region (Simferopol, Kherson, Nikolaev) hosted a training organized by “My Home” foundation. More than 150 people – parents, social workers, believers and non-believers, ministers and concerned individuals were able to acquire new knowledge on the topic “Working with children, taking into account the impact of trauma: how to create an environment that heals”. Ruby and Lynn Johnston, speakers of the International Center for Leadership and Development, shared their experience and knowledge, we can say traditionally.
On May 30 there was a graduation party for our friends – children of Tsyurupynsk orphanage. This year, 18 vivid personalities leave the pages of the orphanage’s history, leaving a significant mark. We believe that God has a special place in life for each of them, because He has rewarded them with talents and abilities.
On July 27, 2013 our colleague, Katerina Glazykina, visited the III International Conference dedicated to the needs of children with disabilities, “Give a hug – don’t let go”. The purpose of the conference was to show people how to focus on abilities of a person rather than his limitations.