THE UKRAINE REPORT: May - July, 2026

Dear Friends,

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The last months have been full and busy. We really do appreciate your prayers & partnership in our/your ministry. We wanted to get this update to you, and let you know the work is still amazing. God has shown his grace many times and we thank him for that.

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Bible College Update. Our college, International Baptist Bible College, IBBC, has classes in eight countries. In 2026, it has been expanding in locations and outreach. In Kenya we are having great classes and the profs are eager to teach more. In Uganda we have now completed 11 classes in just one location. In Liberia and other locations classes are still going, but there are real hurdles so keep praying. In one country, the pastor recently said, "Proper theology is perhaps the most important element and a central theme of education in the Christian life, given its vital role in the building and development of the Church. Glory to God that our college has such an opportunity." In Ukraine classes are held and the war still makes things difficult. We recently completed a women's class in Kharkiv, Ukraine. There were 20 women present. Here is what our worker in charge said: "Greetings, dear Ron and Nancy! From May 12 to 17, K...... [his wife] conducted a class for sisters in Kharkiv based on the Book of Jonah. Despite the constant shelling of the city, the class went well." Pray for them and thank God daily for our own freedom to serve the Lord in relative peace.

Medical Updates: Nancy. We have a new Neurologist for Nancy. Her previous one retired. She is on new meds and please pray they will be what she needs. Initial indicators are uncertain. She does require extra time from me and I am glad to see that she can still show me that she loves me - though she can not say it. Pastors and others who know her say she has always been a pleasant person who really loves the Lord. Her prayers are not easy to hear and understand, but I can understand more than others. I think theologically Jesus appreciates her prayers more than he does mine or those of anyone who use big fancy memorized words. We appreciate all those who pray for Nancy. We celebrated our 54th anniversary on July the fourth.

Ron. I had an echocardiogram done and a visit with the cardiologist. My echocardiogram was "perfect." I will have one more cardiologist visit for a Stress Test. By God's grace I am still in good health. We all do need to eat well and get some exercise for the body (1 Tim. 4:8).

War Relief in Ukraine. We regularly sent help to Ukrainians and families in need. We just sent more US made tourniquets for the military, and we try to send the gospel message each time. You are helping us by reaching, and training many Ukrainian refugees and even military people.

Addresses for Ron and Nancy Minton:

1. To send ministry donations: Send checks to: Ron Minton BBFI Missions PO Box 191 Springfield, MO 65801-0191
2. If sending a card or note use: Ron Minton 107 S. Wilson St. Claude, TX 79019.
3. I do recommend you support your local church first.

Visits. During the second half of 2026 we will visit churches to give updates, preach, teach, & give seminars. Dates are limited. If you are interested, please email me ronminton@gmail.com

Prayer

1. for our great workers, profs, and helpers.
2. for one Ukrainian I am helping train with telegram.
3. for our health & strength.
4. for classes in Africa to build & strengthen believers.

Praise

• Nancy & I had our 54th anniversary July 4.
• for those who came to Christ several locations.
• for witnessing opportunities in our travels.
• for Tania, our Ukrainian translator/worker who is now married. She still helps with admin, etc.

Grace be with all who love our Lord Jesus and His Word.

Ron and Nancy Minton
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ronminton@gmail.com
240.432.8925