About Our Family
Igor and Megdalena Panov serve as Macedonia mission coordinators, faithfully planting churches and reaching both Orthodox Christian and Muslim communities in the Balkan region.
Called by God to serve in the Balkans, Igor and Megdalena have devoted their lives to seeing the Gospel take root and flourish across one of Europe's most spiritually diverse regions. They coordinate mission efforts, disciple believers, and build bridges across cultural and religious divides. With a heart to see new churches planted, they are passionate about encouraging and investing in a new generation of leaders—empowering them to lead with courage and reflect Christ's transforming power in their communities and beyond.
"We are honored to serve in the Balkans, bringing the light of Christ to Orthodox, Muslim, and secular communities. Our prayer is that every person in Macedonia would encounter the living God and experience His transforming love."
~ Igor and Megdalena Panov
Why Macedonia?
Macedonia is a land of deep spiritual heritage yet profound spiritual need. With a population of over 2 million, this Balkan nation is home to Orthodox Christians, Muslims, and many who have never truly heard the Gospel. We are called to plant churches, make disciples, and share Christ's love across every community in this beautiful nation.
Our Ministry Focus
By partnering with the Panovs, you are helping us share the transforming message of Jesus Christ across Macedonia and the Balkans, inspire the planting of new churches, and raise up a new generation of Christ-centered leaders equipped to impact their communities with the hope of the Gospel.
Church Planting
Investing themselves in the planting of new churches throughout Macedonia and beyond, creating communities of faith where Christ is worshiped and the Gospel is proclaimed.
Evangelism
Reaching Orthodox Christian, Muslim, and secular communities with the Gospel, sharing the good news of salvation through Jesus Christ across religious and cultural barriers.
Discipleship
Training and equipping new believers to grow in their faith, study God's Word, and become passionate followers of Jesus who make disciples in their own communities.
Community Outreach
Meeting practical needs through compassionate service, demonstrating Christ's love through food distribution, humanitarian aid, and community development initiatives.
Ministry in Action
Glimpses of our work planting churches and sharing Christ's love in Macedonia and the Balkans
How to Support Us
We ask that you consider supporting us so that our family is protected, empowered, and able to continue planting churches and reaching the lost in Macedonia. Your partnership makes this ministry possible!
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uTurn Ministry
PO Box 523
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
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Prayer Requests
Please Pray For:
- Wisdom and guidance as we coordinate ministry efforts across Macedonia
- Receptive hearts among Orthodox, Muslim, and secular communities
- New church plants to take root and grow strong in the faith
- Protection and provision for our family as we serve
- Local believers to be bold witnesses for Christ in their communities
- Unity and cooperation among churches and ministries in the Balkans
"Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains. Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should."
~ Colossians 4:2-4 NIV
Updates from the Panov Family
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Partner With Us Today
Together, we can reach Macedonia with the Gospel, plant churches throughout the Balkans, and equip believers to transform their communities. Will you join us in this mission?