Military Ministry Resources
Organizations serving military personnel, veterans, and families through faith-based discipleship, fellowship, and support.
Compiled by U.S.M.C. Ministries · Updated March 27, 2026
🤝 Personal Connections (Moop's Network)
Life-to-Life® discipleship, small group Bible studies, and family support for active duty, National Guard, and ROTC. One of the original military discipleship ministries — deeply relational, focused on making disciples who make disciples.
Personal connection — Moop has history with the Navigators
Personal Connection
Ministry to military officers and their families since 1943. Bible studies, conferences, small groups, and leadership development for commissioned officers across all branches. Known for deep theological grounding and officer-specific discipleship.
Personal connection — Moop has been involved with OCF
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An all-ranks network of Christ-following Marines and chaplains — active and retired — who glorify Jesus Christ in and out of uniform as His ambassadors. TTF intentionally identifies, connects, encourages, and equips Marines to know the Lord Jesus and trains them to obey His Word. Founded ~20 years ago by Chris Braddy; now directed by Mike West, USMC (Ret). Bible study, discipleship, and genuine fellowship that builds faith and leadership across duty stations and careers.
Personal connection — Chris Braddy (founder) and Mike West (director) are both close friends and mentors
Personal Connection
Part of Cru (formerly Campus Crusade for Christ). Reaches military personnel at installations worldwide through Bible studies, retreats, marriage enrichment, and evangelistic outreach. Strong emphasis on evangelism and spiritual multiplication.
Personal connection — Moop has worked with Cru Military
Personal Connection
Hospitality houses near military installations worldwide. Cadence missionaries open their homes to service members for meals, Bible studies, mentoring, and genuine community. A unique model — incarnational ministry through radical hospitality.
Personal connection — Moop has been close with Cadence
Personal Connection
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Provides discipleship resources, Bible study guides, Christian tracts, and small group leader guides for military personnel. Focused on developing local ministry in military communities.
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Operates Military Christian Centers near bases. Trains service members through evangelism and discipleship to fight spiritual battles. Connects service members with mentors and Christian community.
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Intensive, long-term discipleship for Marines and Sailors. Provides practical life application of biblical truths in the military context.
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🦅 Veteran Service Organizations
Founded 1923 by MajGen Lejeune. Congressionally chartered 1937. Preserves USMC traditions, strengthens Marine fraternity, fosters Americanism and patriotic volunteerism. 501(c)(4) nationwide.
Local: Jack Maas Detachment 1379, Fredericksburg VA (est. 2011). Hosting VA Dept Spring Convention May 29-30, 2026 in FXBG.
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Comprehensive resource hub connecting churches with military ministry resources, tools, and best practices for serving military families in their congregations.
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