Job Title: Commentator at CNE
Igor Bandura is a Baptist pastor and vice-president for international affairs for the Ukrainian Baptist Union, based in Ukraine. As a theologian and practitioner, he is engaged in exploring the interplay between the Gospel and culture, believing in the unique role of the local church in transforming lives on both personal and social levels. Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Bandura has led humanitarian efforts within Baptist churches, providing support to communities affected by the war. He is a passionate advocate for religious freedom, standing for justice and a just, lasting peace in Ukraine, while championing the rights of persecuted Christians in occupied territories. Bandura contributes to CNE.news with insights drawn from his pastoral experience, theological expertise, and commitment to advocacy. He resides in Ukraine, where he continues his ministry and humanitarian work.
