Introducing Nathan and Sheree Johnson
Who we are:
Nathan and Sheree are full-time YWAM missionaries serving orphans and children at risk in Perm, Russia.
Nathan first went to Russia in 1997 to work with children in Moscow. Nathan loves working with children, playing songs on his guitar, and giving out hugs. (more about Nathan)
Sheree first ended up in Russia in 1998 as part of a performing arts team visiting orphanages in Perm. Sheree loves all of the children she works with, loves to play games with them, and act out Bible stories. (more about Sheree)
Nathan and Sheree met in 2003, began working together in serving orphans and street kids, and got married April 1, 2006. Now they are living happily ever after serving the fatherless in Russia.
What we do:
We are dedicated to reaching the fatherless children, orphans, and street kids across the Perm region of Russia with the light of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, to tell them of God’s love and demonstrate it through our actions.
We visit as many orphanages as possible playing with the kids, hugging them, and telling them about a God who desires to be their Father. Whenever possible we bring in supplies to the orphanages to meet some of their practical needs such as school supplies, clothing, and medical supplies.
Where we are located:
We live and work in the Perm region of Russia on the west slopes of the Ural Mountains. Perm is the last major city in Europe along the Trans-Siberian Railroad before you cross into Asia. If you ever happen to be taking the train to Siberia, look us up and give us a call.
Why:
There are over 100 orphanages and over 10,000 orphans within the Perm region. To put that in perspective, the Perm region is geographically about the size of Oregon State, which has approximately 5,000 foster care children. In addition to all the orphans, there are in excess of 3,000 street kids living within the city of Perm. For all of these children, their future looks very dim. Statistics show us that over 80% of these orphans end up on the streets, in crime, on drugs, in prostitution, or in jail once they leave their orphanage at 16 or 18 years of age.
How you can help:
- Come and visit our orphans yourself.
- Pray for open doors and God's blessing on our ministry.
- Give financially. We need consistant monthly support.
- Financially support national missionaries. (As much as we need your help, there are Russian missionaries that need your help even more!)
- Tell others about Orphans In Russia!