Local ENGAGE Teams
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Grace Church Local ENGAGE Teams
Do you have a burden for lost people? Do you want to be part of a team that is sharing the Gospel in our neighborhoods? If there is anything that is evident in our nation today, it is that we need the transforming power of Jesus Christ. How will people know of the transformative power of Jesus if we don’t share the good news with them? Join us as we head out to engage our community by listening to people’s stories and sharing the hope that we have in Jesus.
Twin Cities ENGAGE Team
You don’t need to be an expert evangelist to join this local ENGAGE team; all experience levels and comfort levels are welcome. Every team will have experienced evangelists on them. Typical locations include university campuses, the city lakes, or the mall. We have teams going out on most Thursday and Friday evenings. Learn how to share the gospel in a loving, biblical way. Get notifications on upcoming opportunities by joining the Twin Cities Team.
Questions: [email protected]
Chaska ENGAGE Team
Join us on select Thursday evenings in the summer as we head to three different locations for Chaska Go Teams to share the Gospel with those that we meet. We will begin the night at 6:30p at Grace Chaska for a time of prayer and reflection and plan to arrive at our various locations by 7:30p. The evening will conclude at 8:15p.
Against The Odds
Against The Odds is a ministry dedicated to supporting individuals who struggle with substance use disorder, have been incarcerated, or face homelessness. We aim to provide the resources and support they need to discover a new pathway to freedom through Christ.
ENGAGE as a mentor at the North Star Treatment Facility, facilitate Bible study and mentor at David's House, the men's recovery/discipleship house in Chaska, or volunteer at Carver County Recovery Fest on Aug 17 by contacting [email protected]
Arrive Ministries
Arrive Ministries is a refugee resettlement agency providing essential services and practical assistance to refugees and immigrants to advance self-sufficiency. We mobilize volunteers, in partnership with local churches, to extend love and friendship to our new neighbors to promote thriving in a new homeland. We are a Christian non-profit that partners with volunteers from local churches who share our mission of seeing refugees welcomed with the love of Christ. Click below to view volunteer opportunities or get involved in Strategic Prayer by contacting [email protected]
Christian Educators Association International
Christian Educators supports, connects, and protects Christian educators so they can walk out their callings wherever God has placed them and become thriving ambassadors for Christ. Educators can be encouraged and equipped with our resources and outreach opportunities. Those with the heart for the next generation and education can partner with us to bring encouragement to educators so that they can walk out their calling as Christ's ambassadors with boldness and intentionality. Christian Educators partners with Compass Ministry in the Twin Cities.
ENGAGE by informing educators and young people in your life what freedoms they have in the public schools, inviting those who serve in public education to our local AWAKE Experience events, and directing Christians who serve in public schools to christianeducators.org so that they can take advantage of our resources and support. Contact Heather Kohnen for more info: [email protected]
Backyard VBS
Aug 5 - Aug 8, 11:30a - 2:00p
We invite you to join us as we share the Good News with our neighbors and building lasting relationships! Backyard VBS is a fun-filled time of Bible teaching, worship, crafts, games, and more- sign up to serve for this perfect local outreach opportunity in Chaska!
Daily setup & takedown from 11:00 - 11:30, 2:00-2:30
K-5th Grade Participants
Students & Adult Volunteers
Christmas Gatherings
Christmas Gatherings is an opportunity to share God's love and gift of Jesus ACROSS THE STREET with your neighbors by hosting a simple party. Training is offered at Grace, and a friend will do the speaking. In the past years, over 1,200 parties have been hosted through Grace people!
Share the story or host a Christmas Gathering in 2024. Learn more by contacting Joyce Bademan at [email protected]
Compass Public School Ministry
Compass's Mission is to connect and equip Christian educators and families to impact our public schools for Christ. We do this through intentional PRAYER, CARE, and SHARE efforts.
Click below for more information on how to ENGAGE with Compass Ministry and view upcoming events.
Questions? Email [email protected]
Cru Global Leadership Forum
The Global Leadership Forum (GLF) is an evangelistic and discipleship tactic of Cru's campus ministry, developed to advance the ministry of Cru teams serving in difficult and high-security international settings by bringing executives and entrepreneurs into a country in partnership with a local Cru team. The GLF has opened difficult-to-access doors and enjoys a strong partnership with the organization Filter of Hope whose mission is to get clean water and the living water to people in desperate need of both. Participants can engage in life-changing water filter distributions and evangelism in partnership with local churches. Learn more about upcoming short-term mission opportunities with GLF and Filter of Hope by contacting [email protected]
Firebase Movement
The Firebase Movement is a US-based network of missionaries, local churches, and houses of prayer that aim to establish continuous worship and prayer to support the Great Commission and prepare the church for Jesus' return. They lead daily street outreaches, proclaiming and demonstrating God's Kingdom while inviting people to trust in the Lordship of Jesus Christ. As individuals come to faith, Firebase provides life-on-life discipleship and connects them with supportive local church communities.
Firebase offers weekly and annual outreach opportunities in various social, ethnic, and recovery contexts. Contact Jason Fredricks at 612-386-0333 or [email protected] with questions or to obtain the MNTC Volunteer Application.
Grace Latino
Grace Latino is dedicated to serving the Hispanic community by providing a welcoming environment for worship, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Through discipleship, events, and outreach programs, Grace Latino seeks to enrich the lives of Latinos in the church and community.
There are several serving opportunities at Grace Latino, such as our worship ministry, Sunday school, and production team. You can contact [email protected] to get involved.
JSAW
JSAW is transforming action sports culture by making riders into disciples of Jesus. We provide small groups, mentoring and outreach events within the world of action sports throughout the Twin Cities and around the world.
You can transform a rider's life forever! Hundreds of volunteers have jumped in with JSAW and made a huge difference in the lives of riders. Need an internship for school? Community service hours? Looking for a project for your church, company or school? Click below to see how you can get involved!
Questions? Email [email protected]
LOVIN LIFE
Lovin Life strives To Awaken and Cultivate the Next Generation to Live Life to the Fullest, which comes only through knowing Jesus and making Him known. Our mission is to equip students, youth leaders, and people worldwide to live as Ambassadors of Christ. Our heart is that people around the world would be impacted by the power of the Gospel, that students would thrive as ambassadors of Christ regardless of their vocation, and that leaders are multiplied, equipped, and resourced to spread the Good News of Life found only in Jesus Christ.
Join a Lovin Life short-term team of Young Adults. Surf, Serve, & Share on a Mission Trip in Santa Cruze, CA, or a future trip for adults of all ages. Contact [email protected]
Missionary Evangelism to Corrections (MEC)
MEC is a non-denominational evangelical ministry which has been sharing the Gospel in jails since 1983. We provide worship services, Bible studies, individual Christian counseling, and outreach activities through the efforts of a variety of different "Bible believing" local church groups and dedicated volunteers. Parenting, Anger Resolution and Victory over Addictions classes are options in some jails.
Volunteer opportunities are available in Scott and Hennepin counties leading worship services and recovery meetings. Contact Karen Selby at [email protected]
Navigators Collegiate at The University of Minnesota
The campus ministry of The Navigators at the University of Minnesota is living to know Christ, make Him known, and help others do the same! Our goal is to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with students who don’t yet know Jesus and equip those who do to share Christ and become lifetime disciple-makers in their spheres of influence on campus and beyond.
To get involved as a volunteer with our various outreaches, disciple a student, or become a prayer/financial supporter, contact UMN Campus Director, Jason Robinson at [email protected].
Search Ministries
SEARCH invites adults to take the next step toward God through questions, answers, and conversations. SEARCH exists to share Jesus with People who are curious about God, but not interested in religion. For Christian believers, Search equips people to share the gospel through relational evangelism and apologetics.
If you are interested in training or being part of our next Open Forum, where non-believers are engaged in conversations to share what they think and believe, please email [email protected]
Steiger International
Steiger MVMT in the Twin Cities is a part of the global Steiger organization, dedicated to reaching and discipling the Global Youth Culture for Jesus. We aim to connect with young people who feel disconnected from traditional church contexts, bringing them into a meaningful relationship with Jesus Christ.
Outreach strategies involve creative and culturally relevant methods, such as art, music, and community events, to build relationships and spark spiritual conversations. We seek to create spaces where young people can explore faith and experience authentic community.
For local outreach opportunities, join the MVMT in Minneapolis!
Time To Revive
Time to Revive (TTR) is dedicated to equipping the church to share the Gospel and make disciples through community outreach. They provide hands-on training, teaching believers to share the gospel and make disciples in authentic ways and to follow Jesus' example, love, listen, discern, and respond to those they meet in life-changing ways.
Revive Minnesota, the local expression of TTR organizes regular outreach opportunities for believers to learn how to share the Gospel and join others in community outreach. These are announced through Signal App, through the mailing list below, or by directly contacting Anne Benson 952-994-7416 or Jerry Rosamond 612-597-1504
TreeHouse Inc.
TreeHouse is on a mission to end hopelessness among teens. We have been serving teens since 1984, helping them build relationships and resiliency rooted in the living hope of Jesus. We’re based in Minnesota, but we have sites across the country. Each site hosts programs that give teens a safe space to find support and belonging. Through mentorships, retreats, and other off-site activities, teens can build even deeper relationships with peers and caring adults.
ENGAGE by serving at the upcoming TreeHouse Teen Summer Olympics on June 13 or get involved in providing meals or mentoring for teens. Click below to learn more or contact Angela at [email protected]
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Uncommon Sports Group
Uncommon Sports Group (USG) exists to develop Christ-centered leaders in the sports industry. We provide faith-based training, resources, and connections to equip future leaders of the sports industry to live out and share their faith throughout their careers in sports.
ENGAGE by volunteering at the upcoming USG Christians Working in Sports (CWS) Conference at Southwest Christian High School, June 21-22, purchase sports merch from Locker Room Direct to support the mission, or connect anybody you know working in collegiate or professional sports with USG.
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Young Life Capernaum
Young Life Capernaum provides a safe space for teenagers and young adults with disabilities to build friendships, enjoy fun activities, and learn about the message of Jesus Christ. Our ministry is designed to be accessible and engaging, offering a variety of events and programs that cater to a wide range of abilities and interests. We believe that everyone has the potential to know Jesus and make a meaningful impact in their community.
ENGAGE by signing up to be a leader or a buddy, praying in our monthly prayer call, connecting us with local families raising students with differing abilities, or serving at the Capernaum Day Camp Aug 13-15. If you're interested, please contact Molly Cox at [email protected]