Who We Are
We are a caring community passionate about connecting the global military community to Jesus Christ.
We are individuals, churches, chaplains … people just like you … drawn together to spiritually build up the military community by meeting them at their greatest point of need.
Our mission is to fulfill the Great Commission in the power of the Holy Spirit by winning people to faith in Jesus Christ, building them in their faith and sending Christ-centered multiplying disciples who launch spiritual movements in the global military community.
Currently, our National Team ministers to American service members in the United States and around the world, while our International Team, known as Military Ministry, ministers to the militaries of 31 other countries. Our active strategies address the spiritual needs of cadets and midshipmen at service academies, recruits in basic training, active duty members, national guardsmen, reservists, veterans, retirees, combat trauma and PTS sufferers, spouses, marriages, and families. We also train individuals, churches, and ministries seeking to minister to the military community.
Together, we can see this community grow so that everyone in the global military community knows someone who truly follows Jesus. In doing so, we believe many will become followers of Christ who in turn evangelize and disciple others. Guided by these aspirations, we pursue our mission with humility, compassion, and excellence because the people whom we serve deserve nothing less.
Fast Facts
- Cru Military was established in 1965 as Military Ministry at the direct request of Crusade founder Bill Bright, who recognized the military as a strategic audience for Christian outreach. The International ministry of Cru Military is still known as
Military Ministry.
- Cru Military has 112 full/part-time staff and 762 volunteers serving at 42 ministry locations across the United States and in 32countries around the world.
- More than 16,000 military members receive Jesus Christ into their lives every year as the Holy Spirit works through Cru Military staff and volunteers.
- Cru Military is mobilizing volunteers, training churches and communities across America and around the world for effective ministry to military members, veterans and families in their midst.
- Cru Military offers spiritual resources that help caring Christians reach out in love to the global military community.
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From Joe To You
“ I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”. John 16:33 (ESV) My heart aches for what our great nation is going through. I’m especially torn because I – like you – have a […]
Read MoreBest Christian Workplace
Cru Military has earned the honored title of a Certified Best Workplace. This title reflects that we are now considered one of the Best Christian Workplaces, out of 350 other Christian organizations and churches, across America! This year’s Staff Survey results are a confirmation of the successful implementation of our 5 Year Strategic Plan. We […]
Read MoreFast Facts
A caring community passionate about connecting the global military community to Jesus Christ! Our purpose is helping to fulfill the Great Commission in the power of the Holy Spirit by winning people to faith in Jesus Christ, building them in their faith and sending them to win and build others and helping the body of […]
Read MoreWhy the Military?
God ordained the military with a purpose. A government (including its military) can be a tremendous blessing to a nation or its greatest curse. The Bible teaches that the purpose of the military is to administer God’s justice (Romans 13:1-4). God desires governments to protect its people from the evil actions of sinful people. It […]
Read MoreWays to Give
Cru Military is the Military Ministry of Cru. All of our donations are handled and processes by Cru Donation Services.
Read MoreFAQs: Finances & Giving
Cru Military is the military ministry of Cru. All donations to Cru Military are handled and processed through Cru’s Donation Services.
Read MoreBringing Hope to Our Heroes
Since 1965, spiritual warriors like you have partnered with Cru Military to help men and women in our global military community discover the life-changing reality of knowing Jesus Christ as Savior. God called evangelist Dr. Bill Bright and Colonel John Fain to launch this critically needed ministry just as the volatile Vietnam War was […]
Read MoreGet to Know Joe
Q: Tell us about your family. How did you meet your wife Lydia? A: Lydia and I met at Augusta College in Augusta, GA. I was invited to join a group for lunch of which she was a part. The only available seat was next to her. It was love at first sight! Q: What’s […]
Read MoreLooking for Centurions
On May 30, 2014, the leadership of Cru Military was formally transferred from Jeff Oster to Joe Ludwikowski. At the ceremony, Joe described the legacy of the faith of the centurion. The Centurion’s Story As I prepared for this moment, I thought, “Lord, explain to me fully the legacy of Cru Military. Help me […]
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