Stand firm in one spirit, working side-by-side for the faith of the Gospel
— Philippians 1:27

Alongside Ministries brings Christians together across cultures to strengthen the Church and advance the Gospel. We pray and labor toward the renewal of the Church in the post-Christian and secularized cultures of Europe and North America, coming alongside existing Churches, ministries and leaders to enhance what God is already doing.

Our Mission

  • pray
    We pray for and with everyone with whom we work, always seeking God’s wisdom and grace.

  • equip youth

    We develop and lead ministries to evangelize, disciple and equip young people to serve Christ.

  • develop leaders

    We sponsor conferences, consultations, and study programs for the development of Christian leaders.

  • send alongsiders

    We recruit, train, send and provide ongoing care for people called to serve as Alongsiders in cross-cultural ministry.

  • train short-term teams

    We lead and prepare teams for short-term mission projects that add long-term positive value.

  • promote mission vision

    We provide speakers, workshops, and materials to educate and build commitment to worldwide mission.

  • support strategic ministry development

    We serve as an advocate for our international partners and collaborate to develop facilities, leadership, financial resources and accountability structures for Christian camps and study centers in regions where these strategic ministries are needed.

    Stand firm in one spirit, working side-by-side for the faith of the Gospel – Philippians 1:27



What is an Alongsider?

  • a cross-cultural servant

  • supports the leadership and vision of those God has already raised up

  • loves God and seeks to follow Jesus Christ as a disciple

  • brings particular ministry skills

  • is a learner


Ways Alongsiders Serve

  • parish assistant

  • evangelism and equipping for evangelism

  • discipleship/spiritual formation

  • church planter

  • youth ministry

  • sports ministry

  • pastors

  • leadership development