OUR PASTORS & ELDERS
Tim & Vita Vashchyshyn
Tim Vashchyshyn is the lead pastor of ICA Kyiv. His passion to serve began with youth ministry as he was finishing his graduate studies in missions and theology at Continental Theological Seminary in Brussels, Belgium. Along with his wife Vita, they continue building relationships both in suburbs and the city. Pastor Tim has been on staff since 2020 and became lead pastor of the church in 2022.
Pavlo and Vira Vashchyshyn
Pavlo and Vira Vashchyshyn attended ICA since the very beginning. Both have been integral part to the growth of our community. In 2016 they felt called to help develop one of our church cites in Kolentsi and begin a bible study. Along with the team, they continue ministering through sermons and spiritual growth.
As they begin to serve in the elders capacity, Vira took on a role of leading our prayer team on Wednesdays. Both Pavel and his wife are a blessing to ICA Kyiv.
OUR STAFF
Jessica CY Choong
Jessica arrived in Ukraine in late 2023 to work as a humanitarian, joining the ICA Kyiv community in the spring of 2024. Today, she actively serves at ICA and is passionate about running the Alpha course as a way to share the Gospel and Christ’s love. While she occasionally misses the incredible cuisine of her native Malaysia, she has fully embraced life here, serving in Ukraine and enjoying its beautiful four seasons.
Tanya Soznashvili
Tanya has been working at ICA Kyiv as Administrator since 2014. Right before joining ICA’s staff, she completed Discipleship Training School with YWAM. She is from Kyiv, Ukraine. She has a heart for Ukraine and its people. Tanya loves to show God’s love to people through the practical help. And also loves food and coffee.
Rafi & Tanya Issa
Rafi and Tanya have been leading our Arabic congregation since 2012. Rafi is originally from Syria and Tanya is from Ukraine. They have two beautiful daughters. Rafi studies for a postgraduate degree in oboe (music) and has a master's degree in Christian leadership. Rafi teaches in different seminaries and mission schools in Ukraine. Tania has a postgraduate degree in history, enjoys writing and reading. They both like tasty food, fellowship with friends, and evangelizing people around.
Markus & Helen Wolf
Markus and Helen have been pastoring the children of ICA since 2008. They love to help kids meet Jesus and grow in their relationship with Him. They have a passion for reaching orphans and evangelizing the lost. Markus is from Bridgman, Michigan and Helen is from Kyiv, Ukraine. They have a beautiful daughter, Olivia, who really likes fuzzy animals, especially dogs.