Most Americans (Me included) take for granted most things in our lives. Between water, food, entertainment, etc being at our fingertips, life seems like a dream. But when in comparison to some countries around the world (Especially developing ones) it’s almost the complete opposite. It is hard to think about a world where we would…

Gateway is an Evangelical Presbyterian Church that holds its service in Slippery Rock University’s Community Center each Sunday. The church has a very strong focus on College outreach and it is very present in its strong emphasis on hospitality and community gathering. Gateway’s mission is “to strive to be a servant community united with Christ…

In the small business world, I have seen a number of different stores with a redemptive aspect. One in particular is called Lofty Momma. It is a small country store in south central PA where my parents live. The store itself sells things such as books, clothes, candles, and more. The store has clear redemptive…

    As you progress through life, chances are you of thought of what will happen to you in the future. Will I get married? will I get a good-paying job? what do I want to do for a living? The repeating idea of “What’s your calling” can cause you stress and overall discomfort. I…

Bread of life is a Christian ministry that brings warmth and comfort into the hearts and stomachs of those without homes in Pittsburgh, PA. Before I came to college, my family and friends served there once a month. We would prepare a hot meal, and then at a scheduled time, people who needed a hot…

I first learned about Safe Families when they became partnered with my church back home.  In their mission statement, Safe Families for Children shares that they are  “rooted in faith, fueled by radical hospitality, disruptive generosity, and intentional compassion, to build a network of caring and compassionate volunteers to support families facing social isolation.” Established…

  Young Life is an incredible ministry, and its kingdom impact is almost hard to explain because of how incredible it is. When reading stories about the way Young Life has had an impact on people one of the main ways Young Life is impacting students is in the way that they “meet students where…

When I think of the Redemptive Mission in a local community, the first thing that comes to mind is Communicycle in Aliquippa, PA. Communicycle is a non-profit organization located in a small suburb of Pittsburgh called Aliquippa. This non-profit does exactly what its name suggests, they provide bicycles to people in the community. Aliquippa was…

Rock City Church in Columbus, Ohio is a faith-based community that we discussed in class for their modern approach and tremendous growth. However, the church’s approach to ministry and outreach is innovative in its own way. One example of Rock City Church’s innovative approach is its use of technology to reach a wider audience. The…