Presbyterian Mission Agency moscow protestant chaplaincy Archives

‘There is a weight and a sadness that is as deep as I’ve ever felt’

Posted March 4th, 2022

Mission co-worker the Rev. Jessica Derise has arrived in the United States after having safely departed Moscow earlier this week. But she left something important behind — a piece of her heart.

Minute for Mission: Human Trafficking Awareness Day

Posted December 2nd, 2021

Since the collapse of the Soviet Union, many have migrated to Russia for a variety of reasons. People from countries of the former Soviet Union came because economic opportunities were better in Russia during this time. In the past 10–15 years, there has been a growing number of people being trafficked from African nations. Often, they have been told that if they can get to Moscow, they will have a gateway to Europe and ultimately to financial success. Traffickers lure with many promises that are, of course, never fulfilled.

Mission co-worker serving as pastor for Moscow Protestant Chaplaincy

Posted September 24th, 2021

The Rev. Jessica Derise has served as a mission co-worker for the past 18 months, but for the first time is able to do so in person.

Berlin consultation brings together partners from Europe, Middle East

Posted January 7th, 2019

Global challenges can only be faced together, grounded in faith and prayer. That’s just one of the conclusions from the second World Mission global partner consultation in Berlin.