Bizarre Bazaar

We first contacted Deaf Maria while she worked at Central Market, Kharkov's second largest outdoor market.

July 2001

First Group

Maria here with her friend Ira, grandson Dima and Katya comprised our first Deaf Group.

August 2001

Gospel explained

Tanya (left) re-explains the Gospel message of God's grace through Jesus Christ while Katya, Maria, Natalia & Ira listen intently. Sept 30, 2001

Saved!

Maria here with Tanya, Tanya & Ira just moments after she had received Christ Jesus as her Saviour. 9-30-01

Happy!

After a brief encounter with the JW cult, Maria finally learned the Bible's truths about God, Jesus, Hell and salvation. Now free from her sins, her joy is apparent.

New Maria

Maria receives her new Bible and certificate having come forward as a candidate-member of the church. Oct 01

Fruit

Maria witnessed to her daughter, Ira and brought her to church. Oct 01

Teach me

Maria asking questions of Larissa during a Bible Lesson.

Nov 02