Maranatha Local Outreach
Maranatha Local Outreach
“We love because He first loved us—and that love moves us outward
1 John 4:19
Church-Led Ministries
Ministries we prayerfully initiate, lead, and steward as a church, seeking to meet real needs in our community with the love and truth of the gospel.
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Every child in foster care has a story, and every story matters to God. Foster the City equips and supports church members to become support systems for foster families. In this, you can help by providing support for the loving homes where children are fostered. We’d love for you to join us.
To Learn More Visit: https://fosterthecity.org
If you're interested in serving or have any questions, please contact Jared Burke at jared.burke@maranathachapel.org.
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Maranatha partners with Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child to share the love of Jesus with children around the world. Each year, shoeboxes filled with toys, hygiene essentials, clothing, school supplies, and other gifts are packed by our church family and sent to children, along with Gospel materials that share the good news of Jesus.
Get Involved
Each fall, beginning in September, there are opportunities to get involved by packing shoeboxes, donating items, or helping prepare boxes for shipment. It’s a great way for individuals, families, and groups to work together to bless children around the world and share the hope of the Gospel.
Want to get involved? Reach out to Pastor Jared Burke at Jared.burke@maranathachapel.org.
Learn more at samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child.
Other Ways to Get Involved with OCC
OCC Sewing Ministry: Skirts of Love
Skirts of Love is a year-round sewing ministry that creates beautiful, hand-stitched skirts to include in Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes, bringing an extra touch of dignity and joy to each child.
Monthly Gathering: Second Saturday of each month, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall.
Interested in getting involved? Contact Joan at Joankielan@yahoo.com or 760-214-0066.
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Maranatha Marketplace exists to connect and strengthen believers who feel called to serve God through their careers. Our mission is to encourage one another to approach work, family, and every area of life with a Kingdom mindset, recognizing that our faith is meant to shape how we live and work.
Get Involved
We gather four times a year for Saturday morning gatherings at 8:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Each gathering includes a guest speaker who has faithfully honored God in their professional life, along with Q&A and table discussions that create space to connect, reflect, and encourage one another. Each gathering includes food and opportunities to connect. We also love to connect people through small groups, discipleship, and mentorship.
Want to get involved? Reach out to Pastor Jared Burke at jared.burke@maranathachapel.org.
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Maranatha Chapel has pen pal relationships with inmates throughout California’s prison and jail systems. Through regular correspondence, this ministry brings the light of Christ into a dark place, offering encouragement and keeping hope alive for those who may feel overlooked or forgotten.
Volunteer Opportunities
At this time, there are no volunteer roles available for this ministry. Please check back in the future to learn about opportunities to get involved!
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This ministry is dedicated to bringing God’s light and love to seniors in assisted living, independent living, acute care, and memory care facilities.
Each week, our volunteers lead uplifting worship services, build relationships, and host special events that bring joy and encouragement to the seniors we serve. Through these moments, we seek to share the love of Jesus and remind each person that they are seen, valued, and loved.
Our year-round ministry includes beloved traditions like the Christmas Angel Tree, along with other special gatherings designed to brighten days and share the Good News of Jesus.
Get Involved!
You can serve weekly or every other week as part of one of our ministry teams. Opportunities include teaching, leading worship, building relationships, praying with residents, welcoming and greeting, and helping with setup.
If you’d like to share hope, joy, and the love of Christ with our seniors, we’d love to have you join us!
Want to get involved? Reach out to Pastor Jared Burke at Jared.burke@maranathachapel.org.
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Maranatha Christian School is an incredible outreach to our community, providing students with a Christ-centered education that nurtures their academic growth, spiritual development, and personal character. Through education and relationships, the school has the opportunity to share the love of Jesus with students and families throughout our community, making a lasting impact for the Kingdom of God.
Get Involved
There are a variety of ways to get involved and support the ministry of Maranatha Christian School, whether helping maintain and care for the school grounds, assisting with maintenance needs, supporting staff with school events, or lending a hand with other practical needs around campus. These opportunities are a great way to serve our school community, encourage our staff, and help create an environment where students and families can thrive.
Want to get involved? Reach out to Pastor Jared Burke at Jared.burke@maranathachapel.org.
Learn more at maranathachristianschools.org.
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Maranatha Deaf Ministry exists to serve and support the Deaf community by helping individuals connect with Jesus, grow in their faith, and find meaningful community within the church. Through communication support, accessibility, and relationships, this ministry seeks to ensure that Deaf individuals can participate in the life of the church, engage with God’s Word, and experience the love of Christ in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Get Involved
There are a variety of ways to get involved and support our Deaf community, whether helping provide communication access, assisting with ministry needs, building relationships, or helping create opportunities for Deaf individuals to connect and participate in church life. These opportunities allow you to serve alongside our Deaf community, help remove barriers to connection, and ensure everyone has the opportunity to experience the love of Jesus and grow in their faith.
Want to get involved? Reach out to Pastor Jared Burke at Jared.burke@maranathachapel.org.
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The Maranatha Chapel Juvenile Prison Ministry partners with Shadow Mountain to send teams weekly into the San Diego Juvenile Probation Center to share the gospel with young people.
If you're interested in serving or have any questions, please contact Jared Burke at jared.burke@maranathachapel.org.
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Maranatha Chapel has pen pal relationships with inmates throughout California’s prison and jail systems. This worthy ministry brings Light to a very dark place. We seek to keep hope alive through our regular correspondence with those who often feel overlooked and forgotten.
At the time this ministry does not have any volunteer roles available. Please check back in the future to see how you could get involved!
Local Ministry Partners
Trusted local organizations we come alongside, sending our people to serve, support, and participate in the good work God is already doing through them.
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The San Diego Rescue Mission is a faith-based ministry dedicated to helping men, women, and children experiencing homelessness, hunger, and poverty find hope, healing, and lasting restoration. Through emergency shelter, meals, recovery programs, and community outreach, they share the love of Jesus while providing practical care and resources to our neighbors in need.
Get Involved
There are a variety of ways to get involved, whether serving meals, sorting donations, encouraging residents, or serving alongside a group from Maranatha. If you’re interested in getting connected, reach out to learn more about the opportunities available and find a way to serve that fits your gifts and availability.
Want to get involved? Reach out to Pastor Jared Burke at Jared.burke@maranathachapel.org.
Learn more at sdrescue.org.
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The Fellowship of Christian Athletes is a faith-based ministry that uses the influence of sports to share the love of Jesus and help coaches and athletes grow in their relationship with Christ. Through campus Bible studies, team huddles, camps, and community outreach, FCA equips and encourages athletes and coaches to live out their faith and make a lasting impact on those around them.
Get Involved
There are a variety of ways to get involved, whether serving at camps, supporting local huddles and Bible studies, mentoring coaches and athletes, or helping with events and outreach. If you’re interested in getting connected, reach out to learn more about the opportunities available and find a way to serve that fits your gifts and availability.
Want to get involved? Reach out to Pastor Jared Burke at Jared.burke@maranathachapel.org.
Learn more at sandiegofca.org.
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The Salvation Army of Escondido serves individuals and families in need throughout our community by providing practical assistance, food, and other essential resources. Through their programs and community outreach, they seek to meet immediate needs, offer hope, and demonstrate the love of Jesus to those facing difficult circumstances.
Get Involved
There are a variety of ways to get involved, whether serving meals, organizing supplies, preparing materials, helping with services, or assisting with the distribution of food and other resources to those in need. These opportunities are a great way to serve our neighbors, support the work of the Salvation Army, and show Christ’s love through practical acts of kindness.
Want to get involved? Reach out to Pastor Jared Burke at Jared.burke@maranathachapel.org.
Learn more at salvationarmyusa.org.
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Teen Challenge
Teen Challenge is a Christ-centered ministry dedicated to helping individuals struggling with life-controlling challenges find freedom, healing, and lasting transformation through the hope of Jesus. Through discipleship, recovery programs, and spiritual growth, they walk alongside individuals as they work toward rebuilding their lives and discovering a new future in Christ.
Get Involved
There are a variety of ways to get involved and support the ministry throughout the week, whether helping with practical needs, serving residents, or providing other forms of support. There are also opportunities to teach, share God’s Word, or lead worship during some of their services. These are meaningful ways to build relationships, encourage those on their recovery journey, and share the hope of the Gospel with those working toward lasting change.
Want to get involved? Reach out to Pastor Jared Burke at Jared.burke@maranathachapel.org.
Learn more at teenchallenge.org.
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Maranatha Chapel has pen pal relationships with inmates throughout California’s prison and jail systems. This worthy ministry brings Light to a very dark place. We seek to keep hope alive through our regular correspondence with those who often feel overlooked and forgotten.
At the time this ministry does not have any volunteer roles available. Please check back in the future to see how you could get involved!
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True Choice Pregnancy Resource Center is a faith-based ministry dedicated to protecting the lives of the unborn while providing compassionate care and support to women and men facing unexpected pregnancies. Through pregnancy-related services, education, and practical resources, they seek to help individuals make informed decisions, choose life, and experience the love and hope of Jesus during a challenging season.
Get Involved
The primary way to get involved is by coming alongside the young women and men who visit the center, offering encouragement, compassionate care, and practical support as they navigate pregnancy and consider the value and dignity of the life growing within the womb. By building relationships, providing support, and helping families access needed resources, volunteers can play an important role in standing for the unborn while showing Christ’s love to the parents who are making these life-changing decisions.
Want to get involved? Reach out to Pastor Jared Burke at Jared.burke@maranathachapel.org.
Learn more at truechoice.org.
Cru (Campus Crusade for Christ)
Cru is a Christian ministry dedicated to helping people know Jesus, grow in their faith, and share the love of Christ with others. Through campus ministries, discipleship, evangelism, and leadership development, Cru reaches college students and young adults, helping them build a strong foundation in their relationship with Jesus and equipping them to make a lasting impact for the Gospel.
Get Involved
There are a variety of ways to get involved, with one of the greatest opportunities being to come alongside High School, college students and young adults as they navigate life, faith, relationships, and their future. Through mentoring, discipleship, prayer, and practical support, you can encourage young people to grow in their relationship with Jesus, discover God’s purpose for their lives, and learn to live out their faith with confidence. Your investment in the next generation can make a lasting difference in their walk with Christ.
Want to get involved? Reach out to Pastor Jared Burke at Jared.burke@maranathachapel.org.
Learn more at cru.org.
Prayer & Support Initiatives
Groups are committed to faithfully upholding these efforts through prayer, encouragement, and practical support, trusting God to provide and move in power.
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Maranatha’s Civics Ministry exists to encourage our church family to faithfully engage in the civic process, recognizing the opportunity and responsibility we have to pray for our leaders, our communities, and our nation. Through prayer and exhortations towards voting biblically, we seek to help believers thoughtfully engage in the issues that shape our society while living out their faith and biblical convictions.
Get Involved
The primary way to get involved is through prayer. Our Civics Ministry prayer team meets on the first and third Mondays of each month at 7:00 p.m. in C-210 to pray for our nation, government leaders, and the issues facing our communities. We also encourage our congregation to participate in the voting process by providing voter guides and collecting ballots during election seasons.
Want to get involved? Reach out to Pastor Jared Burke at Jared.burke@maranathachapel.org.
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Speak Up for Life partners with local Crisis Pregnancy Centers to support their mission of protecting and valuing human life. Through prayer, education, and practical support, we seek to encourage these ministries, care for women and families facing difficult decisions, and help our church family grow in understanding how to lovingly speak up for life.
Get Involved
There are a variety of ways to get involved, including praying for clinic staff and clients, supporting the needs of local Crisis Pregnancy Centers, and learning how to speak up for life with truth and compassion. Our prayer team meets on the third Saturday of each month from 4:00–5:00 p.m. in Jacob’s Well to pray for clinic needs, the clients they serve, and the protection of human life.
Want to get involved? Reach out to Pastor Jared Burke at Jared.burke@maranathachapel.org.
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Open the Gates is a prayer gathering focused on seeing the Gospel reach the Muslim world and the Middle East. Together, we pray for those who have yet to hear the good news of Jesus, for believers sharing their faith in these regions, and for God to open doors for the Gospel.
Get Involved
Join us as we gather to pray for the spread of the Gospel, the strengthening of the Church, and the work of God throughout the Muslim world and the Middle East. We meet on the fourth Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in C-210.
Want to get involved? Contact Daniel Massieh at daniel@openthegates.org.