Men Meeting Above the Arctic Circle

Yura Belonozhkin, serving near Murmansk, writes about a men’s retreat in last summer — Dear friends, After returning from Finland, I only had a week to complete the preparations for the men’s camp, and it was very busy time. I spent much time walking...

Welcome to Yura Belonozhkin

We are very happy to welcome Yura Belonozhkin into the Stoneworks family. Yura, his wife Masha and their children live above the arctic circle; he told me today that the sun will rise on January 20th! He does great work, and we’re very glad to have him as a part...

More from Alina

Here’s an update from Alina Pizhova, a Russian foster parent. You can support her by visiting the Stoneworks support page: Hello friends! How are you these days? Busy before the holidays?!! We are doing alright in general; finishing the semester at school. Danik...

About Danik

News from Alinia Pizhova, foster parent in St. Petersburg. Hello dear friends! I would like to tell you more about us. This note I will devote to Danik (Daniel). Danik is 15 and studies at the 8th grade. He is doing very good at school especially he has a good talent...

Small Things Can Make Us Happier

Tanya Zaikina, MIR staff member, writes from St. Petersburg: This is a story to show how one person can bless so many. And you can, too. Recently I have become a part of one event. As we handled this project, there were so many blessings about it and it was a joy to...

HFO – Reality of Russian Orphans

Who are they – these Russian orphans for whom we have a heart? Today in Russia there are between 2 -5 million homeless children, with 800 thousand orphans living in orphanages. A growing number of children are known as ‘social’ orphans. They represent 90%...