Lena is second from the right in the first row.Lena was taken from us after a time of much physical suffering. Though at one time an atheist, and one who had loved the former Soviet life and system, Jesus Christ became the Lord and Savior of her life. What a joy listening to her give a testimony of her faith in Christ to her elder sister, Nina, who is in her 80's, as we sat together around the small table in her living room sipping tea. At that point, Lena, because she was so weak was no longer able to leave her apartment. What a privilege it was to walk through her last days on earth with our dear sister in Christ. What a great comfort to know that she is no longer struggling in the prison of her earthly body, and is rejoicing in the presense of the Lord! Lena we missed you in worship on Sunday - but know that you're now worshiping the Lord in a far, far better place!
