Abkhazia
On the coast of the Black Sea just south of Sochi, Russia sits the small independent state of Abkhazia.
Few countries recognize its independence and few people know of its existence, yet the spiritual and physical needs in Abkhazia are great. Through a partnership with churches in Sochi, SOAR became aware that this tiny region of around 240,000 people and includes only about 300 Christians and a few small churches struggling to survive. The head pastor over the Sochi churches also oversees the churches in Abkhazia and has asked for SOAR’s help as they seek to assist the churches in Abkhazia.
SOAR also assists the Evangelical church in Abkhazia with camps for handicapped children and young adults. They minister to children, young adults, their families and caretakers through physical therapy, rest and fellowship, and sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Praise the Lord for this fantastic ministry!
Crisis Relief
The situation in Abkhazia continues to be challenging due to the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and now the Ukraine Crisis. Unemployment rates reached terrible heights well over 70% during Covid. Since the Ukraine Crisis began, already high economic inflation has intensified for this war-torn country due to their close economic ties with sanctioned Russia. This is hitting the at-risk population (impoverished large families, orphans, elderly, and the disabled) hardest with starvation continuing to be reported.
SOAR established the Abkhazia Relief Fund to help meet urgent needs. Together, with the local Abkhazian church, we seek to aid the at-risk population with necessary food, supplies, and medicine. Please prayerfully consider donating to the crisis relief fund. Your entire donation goes directly to our trusted partners in the Abkhazian church who will then distribute supplies to those most in need.
Click here to help meet these crucial needs.
Thank you for your generosity and faithfulness. Together, we can make a difference.
