Michael and Maria lead a thriving congregation in the center of Thessaloniki. The church, established in 2003, has a Balkan feel with Bulgarians, Albanians and Greeks in attendance. Many church members and new contacts have joined the church through the Internet Bookstore and Ministry Center, opened by the Longs in 2001. Michael and Maria are also involved in mercy ministries. The Greek FM nongovernmental organization (NGO) Anagenesis Balkan was formed to meet the needs of Balkan people in Greece and beyond. Humanitarian projects extend into Bulgaria, Kosovo, Albania and Serbia. The NGO's Balkan Guest Home helps accommodate visitors and reaches out to another community of Thessaloniki.