Odesa, located on the Black Sea, is Ukraine’s third largest city, a regional vacation destination, and a hub for shipping and education. When the MTW Odesa team first arrived here in the 90s, people were hungry for spiritual truth. But as western culture has gained influence during the last decade, the Ukrainian people are increasingly less open to the gospel. Also, as the war with Russia rages heavily in this city, our pastors and partners in the area are still working to provide relief and ministry to the war-torn people.
The Odesa team works with Ukrainian churches to develop leaders and help congregations, mostly comprised of first-generation believers, to mature. We also aim to reach future leaders through our English and university outreaches, and to help train the next generation of American missionaries who will help work with Ukrainian believers to advance the Church and the gospel throughout the former Soviet Union.
Meet the Team



Bob & Andrea Burnham
The Burnhams assist Ukrainian believers in organizing congregations that honor God in both word and deed.

David & Jill Martin
David and Jill minister to the physical, educational, and spiritual needs of displaced Ukrainians in Brasov.

Rachel Hart
Rachel is a member of the Odesa, Ukraine team, serving as women’s ministry coordinator, which includes caring for those dealing with grief and trauma.

Meet The Team



Bob & Andrea Burnham
The Burnhams assist Ukrainian believers in organizing congregations that honor God in both word and deed.
David & Jill Martin
David and Jill minister to the physical, educational, and spiritual needs of displaced Ukrainians in Brasov.
Rachel Hart
Rachel is a member of the Odesa, Ukraine team, serving as women’s ministry coordinator, which includes caring for those dealing with grief and trauma.
Thank you from Ukraine

Get Involved

Trusting God in War-Torn Ukraine
Amidst the dangers of the Russo-Ukrainian war, the light of Christ shines through.
See More
A Kharkiv Church’s Message of Hope Amid War (VIDEO)
An elder in Eastern Ukraine shares the challenges and resilience of their church community amid the ongoing conflict in Kharkiv.
See More
One Day With Jon Eide in Ukraine (VIDEO)
Follow Country Director Jon Eide on a 50-hour journey from the U.S. to Kyiv, Ukraine, to encourage the Presbyterian Church in Ukraine.
See MorePray for the 15 Ukrainian churches planted with support from MTW, as many pastors and congregations still face very-real dangers amidst the war with Russia.
Related StoryPlease pray for the Crates for Ukraine 3.0 effort, and for the med kits, tourniquets, vitamins, winter wear, and other critical supplies to meet the physical needs of Ukrainians in the areas that need it most.
Related StoryPray against rape, murder, and capture of men, women, and children in Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine. Pray for protection for the vulnerable.
Related Story
Trusting God in War-Torn Ukraine
Amidst the dangers of the Russo-Ukrainian war, the light of Christ shines through.
SEE MORE
A Kharkiv Church’s Message of Hope Amid War (VIDEO)
An elder in Eastern Ukraine shares the challenges and resilience of their church community amid the ongoing conflict in Kharkiv.
SEE MORE
One Day With Jon Eide in Ukraine (VIDEO)
Follow Country Director Jon Eide on a 50-hour journey from the U.S. to Kyiv, Ukraine, to encourage the Presbyterian Church in Ukraine.
SEE MOREPray for the 15 Ukrainian churches planted with support from MTW, as many pastors and congregations still face very-real dangers amidst the war with Russia.
RELATED STORYPlease pray for the Crates for Ukraine 3.0 effort, and for the med kits, tourniquets, vitamins, winter wear, and other critical supplies to meet the physical needs of Ukrainians in the areas that need it most.
RELATED STORYPray against rape, murder, and capture of men, women, and children in Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine. Pray for protection for the vulnerable.
RELATED STORY