We've got some exciting news!
- joelbutts1231minis
- May 21
- 4 min read
NEWS UPDATE from twelve3oneministries.org
Empowering Local Leaders. Healing Brokenness. Restoring Hope.
What happens when a child grows up without anyone they can trust?
We’ve seen the answer. In Ukraine, and across Europe, where so many refugees have fled, the trauma of war is only part of the pain. The deeper wound is fatherlessness — the emotional and spiritual kind that leaves people — kids, teens, young men and women feeling abandoned, unworthy, and alone.
At Twelve3One Ministries, we believe that the love of Jesus is meant to show up through sustainable relationships — not with a quick fix, but with a lasting presence.
We partner with faithful, local leaders — people who are already walking alongside refugee teens, exploited and neglected women, fatherless children, and young men who lack the mentorship of a father. And we help carry the weight so these leaders can keep showing up.
This is where you come in.
Your gift helps support:
A single mom in Warsaw who’s hosting community gatherings to bridge deep cultural divides between Polish teens and Ukrainian refugees while introducing them to Christ
An athletic coach in Ukraine who uses self-defense and fitness training alongside Bible study to help kids feel confident, seen, and know that God loves them
A ministry team following God’s calling to collaborate in a faraway European country to reach local teens and Ukrainian refugees in a Summer camp
All of these efforts are relational, local, and ongoing.
My late friend, Rob Browne, once said something like, "As you go, be aware of the wake you leave behind. It spreads out wider and wider as time passes, and you're never sure what your wake impacts." By giving, you leave a tremendous “WAKE of GOOD” as you pass by, and it has the potential to impact generations. None of what we do in the name of Jesus is possible without people like you.
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Here's the Exciting part! Our new GiveButter Donor Portal makes giving so much easier for our partners. It's set up for regular monthly giving or a one-time gift in any amount.
We use GiveButter for secure and easy online giving
Use any major debit or credit card
Give by check.
Use your favorite pay apps. All the information you need is there.
All the information you need is there. Whatever way you decide to give, you’ll be directly supporting a portion of our ministry that is working, lasting, and full of love. Still need more info on GIVING? Visit our website: twelve3oneministries.org/donate
On our GiveButter Portal, you'll find four different campaigns. Join one to impact the lives of hurting young people or give a general gift.
Give a General Gift — By supporting Twelve3One with a general gift, you help us cover the costs of all the work we do to support our partners and our expenses like transferring funds to other ministries and partners, covering the cost of their travel, and ministry. And so you know, we're volunteers at T3O – so your gift doesn't pay for salaries. But you DO help us continue doing GOOD.
Mission to Croatia — Summer Camp with Croatian and Ukrainian Teens
Twelve3One Ministries and “Nešto Više” (Something More) youth ministry in Croatia are teaming up for the summer. “Nešto Više” is led by American missionary, Steve Taliaferro. Together, we're hosting an amazing Summer camp experience for Croatian and Ukrainian teens in the foothills of the mountains just outside Zagreb, Croatia.
Lisa Chupryna — Youth Outreach, Warsaw, Poland
Help us empower our teammate Lisa Chupyna in Warsaw, Poland. She leads a youth ministry focused on sharing Christ with teens and young adults, integrating groups of kids from her congregation, other churches nearby, and local communities in Warsaw.
Read more about Lisa and her outreach ministry
Igor Kovalchuk — School of Courage, Rivne, Ukraine
Igor leverages the discipline and focus of sports and fitness training to teach Christian principles and leads young people to Christ. His self-defense and fitness school is available to youth, teens, and young men and women. More importantly, Igor also hosts weekly Bible studies and Christian Summer camps, reaching hundreds of young people for Christ in Ukraine.
Read more about Igor and his School of Courage
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Our prayer is this — That God brings His people, their hearts, and His resources into alignment with his perfect will to keep doing good in the world.
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You can also subscribe to receive updates with real stories from the field. And you’ll feel something powerful: You’ll know you’ve shown up in someone’s life and stayed.
You’ll be:
Part of a growing network of people directly supporting Ukrainians through grassroots ministry.
Involved: New ministry opportunities
Inspired: Real stories from the field
Informed: How to pray, give, and act
Present: Support urgent, on-the-ground projects
Thank you for believing that healing happens through intentionally being present, and for helping us bring the love of Christ where it’s most needed.
With gratitude,
Joel ButtsExecutive Director
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