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Faith continues to advance across Ukraine through SportQuest partners who steward soccer as a platform for discipleship, leadership, and gospel-centered transformation. In the midst of war, uncertainty, and daily hardship, God continues to shape lives through faithful local leaders and resilient communities. Penuel Soccer Club in Kryvyi Rih At Penuel Soccer Club, youth Bible studies and football training continue week after week. What began as summer camp momentum has grown into a steady movement of spiritual awakening. Young athletes now engage consistently in Bible studies, children’s gatherings, and local church services. Leadership at Penuel focuses first on spiritual formation. Founder and pastor Andrii Tripolskiy pours his greatest energy into mentoring youth and adults, building character and faith before focusing on competition. Soccer remains a tool, but discipleship leads the mission. Against significant challenges, Penuel completed the first stage of professional championship play. Match results varied, yet the greatest victory unfolded off the field. Players modeled Christ-centered character, opened doors for local athletes, and reflected the hope of the gospel through every interaction. One powerful story comes from Maksym, a player who joined Penuel in 2017 at eight years old and now competes professionally at sixteen. Raised in extremely difficult family circumstances, Maksym found stability, guidance, and purpose through the club. Penuel continues to serve as a refuge for young people stepping away from destructive environments and discovering hope, identity, and ultimately Jesus.