Baseball Outreach in Europe

For over a decade Breakaway Outreach has been mobilizing mission teams to facilitate baseball camps in Europe. Why do we do this? This video answers that question. Listen to some of our camp leaders in Italy, Ireland, and Germany, share how this ministry is reaching people far from God and transforming lives.

Europe a Forgotten Mission Field

Europe has been described as one of the most forgotten mission fields of our day. Once at the epicenter of the sending church, today it is a region where the church has faced attrition. The church in Europe has the lowest growth rate at 1.1% annually. Europe’s cities, through their diverse populations and activities, produce connections with individuals and cultures from around the world. Imagine what would happen if that influence could be harnessed to extend God’s Kingdom.

Why Baseball?

Baseball is a relatively unknown sport in Germany. Having Americans instruct baseball is not only engaging for German youth, it impacts entire families and communities. Utilizing baseball camps for 8-18 year old young people has proven to be groundbreaking in its effectiveness to share the gospel.

Short Term Mission Trips

We provide short term mission trips for Americans to serve in Germany. Although you don’t have to be a baseball player to go, a general knowledge of the game is important. The most important aspect is your willingness to serve others and build relationships with our German friends. Contact us about mission trip dates and locations.

5Apr, 2018

Summer Camp Scholarships: Change a Kid’s Life!

CHANG A KID’S LIFE THIS SUMMER!

Give a scholarship for a needy child to attend our summer adventure camp in east Tennessee.

Camp Elevate is our flagship residential camp for at-risk and underprivileged kids in Tennessee. The majority of our campers are children affected by broken homes, parental incarceration, domestic violence, orphan/foster care, postraumatic circumstances, and an array of other societal and familial distresses. These kids depend on full and partial scholarships from our partners to be able to come to summer camp, so gift scholarships are critical this time of year. (*A full scholarship is $195.) READ MORE

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15Feb, 2018

Servolution: Chattanooga Kids Giving Back

Servolution

WHEN: March 27-31

[ surv-uh-loo’-shuhn ]

a community-wide revolution of simple acts of kindness.
kids serving others and giving back to their community.

Servolution: Chattanooga Kids Giving Back

Spring into action, Chattanooga! Servolution is a springtime initiative mobilizing youth and children to bring about a revolution of serving others through simple acts of kindness.

Servolution is not just an event; it is a revolution of kindness fostered through serving. As we begin opening our hearts, hands, and time to serve, not only are we part of changing the lives of others, but we are also subject to the changing of our own lives. A beautiful perspective is found when we take the time to look around and seek opportunities to bless others in our community. We find ourselves being transformed by the idea of living beyond ourselves.

Below are some ways that young people in your community can take initiative and join the movement in serving others.

Community Outreach Ideas and Initiatives:

Assemble Easter baskets for children displaced due to domestic violence
Volunteer at a local food bank
Serve those in transitional living facilities
Visit/serve at a nursing home or assisted living community
Deliver lunch/dinner or baked goods to local police and fire departments
Spring cleanup—host a huge, fun, garage sale to benefit a local charity or cause
Organize an Easter bash for special needs kids
Do a sports/recreation event at an underserved neighborhood
Give out free bottled water and snacks at athletic events
Clean up a playground or park in the area
Do a home renovation project for the elderly or disabled
Bring free lunches to construction workers or servicemen in your area
Clean the yard of a single mom or widow
Give out free donuts and coffee at a bus stop or shopping center
Host a free car wash
Show appreciation to postal workers and shipping associates (UPS, FedEx, USPS) by visiting their centers and doing a reverse-delivery of goody bags
Throw a “Senior Prom” for a nursing home complete with live music, food, and decorations
Do a door-to-door grocery giveaway
Visit a children’s hospital and bring small gift items
Serve fresh coffee and snacks to staff and those waiting in the emergency room
Host a party for children in foster care
Throw a baby shower for an expectant mom through the local pregnancy center