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If my people, who bear my name, will humble themselves, pray, seek my face and turn from their evil ways, I will hear from heaven, forgive their sin and heal their land. (2Chron 7,14)
We were asked by Tana Leskovycova to help her, to organize a repentance meeting in her city of Zabolotiv, where during the II World War, more then 1200 Jews were killed and thrown into the mass grave behind the city. She was carrying a burden in her heart, to bring reconciliation in her city to this painful part of history. She heard about similar activities in Slovakia and approached Pavol Strežo and Hans Scholz.
We believe that the path to healing historical memory begins with an open heart, repentance, and united prayer. These values form the foundation of our ministry:
We bring forgotten tragedies of the past out of the shadows. We research sites of mass executions, engage with local communities, and work with archives and regional histories. Our goal is not just to remember, but to give a voice to those who were silenced — and about whom silence endured for decades.
We believe that true reconciliation can only come through humility and acknowledgment of historical responsibility. Together with representatives from Germany, Slovakia, Hungary, and other nations, we organize repentance gatherings — where truth is spoken, tears are shed, and hope is born.
There is strength in simplicity. A lit candle, a name read aloud, a silent prayer at a forgotten memorial — these are acts that restore dignity. We believe that even silence can speak louder than words.
Prayer is the foundation of all. We pray for the healing of our land, for unity, and for peace. When a rabbi is present, we ask for the Aaronic Blessing to be spoken over Ukraine. For it is faith that unites nations willing to carry the burden of history together.
We believe, that is God himself, who is seeking humble people, with whom he can share his desire for reconciliation and they are preparing ground with intercession and tears before everything starts. These people are those, who usually invites us and organize meetings with local leaders – both working for common good in society (Mayor) and for spiritual welfare (Christian leaders). After some months of preparations, we come and help to organize a public Repentance meeting. We always invite as special guests Jewish representatives or Holocaust survivors to be present.
Pavol Strežo: pavol.strezo@gmail.com
Hans Scholz: Pfrhjscholz53@gmail.com
Taťána Leškovyčová (also in Ukrainian language): tana.leskovycova@gmail.com
GGE deutschland, www.gge-blog.de
TJCII Europe, www.tjciieurope.eu
