BRINGING HOPE TO AMERICA’S FAMILIES
Faith-driven disaster relief and chaplain care for families in crisis.
A MINISTRY ON MISSION
Every number tells a story of lives touched and hope restored through Christ In Action.
“Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven.”
— Matthew 5:16
How We Serve in Times of Crisis
Christ In Action shows up in the wake of disaster with hands-on help and heart-led ministry. Our work flows through four core areas:
Disaster Relief – Clearing debris, cutting fallen trees, and operating heavy equipment so families can begin recovery.
Training – Equipping volunteers and chaplains with certified courses to serve effectively when crisis strikes.
Chaplaincy – Commissioned chaplains offering prayer, counseling, and crisis care on the ground and in communities.
Furnishing Hope – Delivering donated furniture and appliances to restore dignity and daily life once homes are ready.
Watch the video above to see how Christ In Action serves survivors in crisis.
Press play to see hope in motion.
“Our mission is to show the love of Jesus in the darkest of times.”
See how our Disaster Relief teams bring hope and recovery to communities after disaster.
Explore our Training programs that prepare people to respond when crisis strikes.
Learn how our Chaplaincy ministry brings comfort, prayer, and hope to those facing life’s hardest moments.
See how Furnishing Hope helps families recover what makes a house a home.
“We are a ministry first. Disaster relief is how we serve, but the Gospel is why we serve.”
— Denny Nissley, Founder, Christ In Action
Our Mission in Action
Here’s what it means for us to be a ministry on mission.
Ministry First
We’re a ministry before we’re a relief organization. Every chainsaw cut, every meal, every prayer is for the glory of God.
Always Ready
Crisis doesn’t wait, and neither do we. Our teams are trained, equipped, and prepared to respond with excellence, skill, and compassion.
Helping with Heart
We serve with humble strength, deep care, and excellence as we meet physical needs while bringing comfort and hope in Christ.
CHRIST IN ACTION
Built to Respond, Called to Bring the Hope of Christ.
Mobilizing across the U.S. when crisis strikes — from natural disasters to national tragedies.
Christ In Action responds where help is needed most. From hurricanes and floods to tornadoes, wildfires, and man-made crises, our teams mobilize quickly to bring relief. On the ground, that means chainsaw crews, debris removal, mobile kitchens, and chaplain care, providing practical help paired with the hope of Christ.
There’s a Place for You on the Frontlines
Every response takes willing hearts and willing hands. Whether on a chainsaw crew, serving meals, supporting at HQ, or lifting up prayer, volunteers are the backbone of Christ In Action. There’s a role for everyone in bringing hope to survivors.
Equipped to Serve with Excellence
From trucks and trailers to mobile kitchens and heavy equipment, Christ In Action is equipped to respond when crisis hits. Our fleet allows teams to mobilize quickly across the U.S., bringing debris removal, hot meals, and chaplain care to the frontlines — practical help paired with the hope of Christ.
40+ years of logistics experience & expertise
Fleet of 57 vehicles
trucks, vans, trailers
Mobile response units
deployed nationwide
Heavy equipment
for debris removal and cleanup
IMPACT
STORIES
Charlie, 82 — A Heart Changed After the Storm
A tornado left Charlie’s yard buried under downed trees and his hope worn thin. When our assessor offered help and a prayer, he wanted neither. Still, the team showed up—day after day—clearing massive trees, hauling debris, and treating him with simple, steady kindness. Neighbors watched a hard life soften.
By week’s end, Charlie told our team, “I love you”, words his family said they’d never heard from him. He later passed away, but not before discovering a love he thought wasn’t for him.
Your support helped change more than a yard.
It changed a life.
Press play to watch Charlie’s story come to life.
“They changed me in a way I never thought I could be changed.”
— Charles T., Homeowner & Disaster Survivor
Be Part of Stories Like Charlie’s
Your support helps survivors experience not only relief, but the life-changing hope of Christ. Every gift, every prayer, every volunteer hour makes stories like Charlie’s possible.
Recognized by leaders in government, military, and ministry.
U.S. Army
U.S. Navy
U.S. Department of Defense
Assemblies of God
President George W. Bush
Congressional Record Tribute
Find Your Place in the Mission
There are many ways to help survivors in crisis and share the hope of Christ.
Give a Gift
Your generosity provides meals, fuel, and supplies that make every response possible.
Volunteer with Us
From chainsaw crews to serving meals to supporting at HQ, there’s a role for every willing heart.
Get Trained
Take a course to prepare yourself or your church to serve effectively in times of crisis.
Host or Partner
Churches and groups can join the mission through prayer, events, and partnerships.
UPCOMING TRAININGS & EVENTS
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![Christ In Action team member in a red sweatshirt taking notes at a desk during a ministry event, with a whiteboard in the background labeled “Camp Hope.”]()
Christ In Action Midwest Base Launch Event
October 23, 2025 | Eau Claire, WI
7:00 PM CT
Celebrate the launch of Christ In Action’s Midwest Base. Join us for fellowship and hear how God is moving through CIA to bring hope across America.
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Level I: Assisting Individuals in Crisis (AIC)
October 24-25, 2025 | Eau Claire, WI
8:30AM - 4:00PM CT (8:00AM Check-in)
Learn the fundamentals of “emotional first-aid.” This interactive two-day course equips participants with proven techniques for crisis communication, intervention, and care using the SAFER-R model.
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Disaster Preparedness Seminar (DPS)
November 1, 2025 | Ellsworth, ME
8:30AM - 4:00PM CT (8:00AM Check-in)
Be ready before crisis hits. Learn how to care for your family, prepare your church, and create a plan to serve your community when disaster strikes.
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Disaster Preparedness Seminar (DPS)
January 31, 2026 | St. Louis, MO
8:30AM - 4:00PM CT (8:00AM Check-in)
Be ready before crisis hits. Learn how to care for your family, prepare your church, and create a plan to serve your community when disaster strikes.
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![Instructor in a red shirt teaching a Christ In Action training session to a classroom of volunteers seated at tables.]()
Level I: Assisting Individuals in Crisis (AIC)
March 20-21, 2026 | St. Louis, MO
8:30AM - 4:00PM EST (8:00AM Check-in)
Learn the fundamentals of “emotional first-aid.” This interactive two-day course equips participants with proven techniques for crisis communication, intervention, and care using the SAFER-R model.
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![Instructor in a red shirt teaching a Christ In Action training session to a classroom of volunteers seated at tables.]()
Level I: Assisting Individuals in Crisis (AIC)
June 5-6, 2026 | Reading, PA
8:30AM - 4:00PM EST (8:00AM Check-in)
Learn the fundamentals of “emotional first-aid.” This interactive two-day course equips participants with proven techniques for crisis communication, intervention, and care using the SAFER-R model.
