Bringing Hope To Ukraine’s Front Lines Through Orphan Care, Chaplaincy, And Courage

The headlines moved on, but the war did not—and neither did the people called to serve there. We sit down with Vitali Smolin, founder of Open Door Foundation in Ukraine, for a rare, unfiltered look at courage, compassion, and the kind of faith that runs toward need. His journey starts in a California hospital room with a second chance at life and a promise to God, then fast-forwards to a one-way ticket to Ukraine, orphanage visits, and an unexpected role as a dental assistant so kids wouldn’t...