Refuge Place

Refuge Place is a program that has become a beacon of hope in the downtown Troy community, addressing food insecurity through its biweekly Let’s Feed Troy meal program.

These gatherings provide healthy, nourishing meals to neighbors, especially those who are economically disadvantaged and in greatest need.

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His Table

Established in 1989, His Table provides a weekly dinner to help meet the needs of the Troy community. His Table is hosted by Mark & Chris Strube and their expert team of chefs and servers. This dedicated team serves meals in the Dining Room for guests to be able to enjoy both companionship and a hearty meal. His Table regularly serves 180-200 meals each week with a homemade dinner and dessert, prayer, fellowship, and gospel encouragement. His Table has been offering the hospitality of Heaven to Troy neighborhoods for over 35 years.

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Troy Area United Ministries

Rooted in Troy’s diverse interfaith community and open to all, TAUM offers food and assistance for those facing health challenges, homelessness and hard times, furniture for families making a fresh start, job training and scholarships for teens, spiritual support for Sage College students, and space for neighbors to gather, organize and advocate for justice, healing and peace.

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Camp Cedarbrook in the Adirondacks

CCA is an overnight wilderness camp for girls ages 7–17 designed to help them grow spiritually, socially, and personally. Girls can step away from screens and constant expectations and into a Christ-centered community where they are truly known and encouraged. Days are filled with outdoor challenge and discovery, while evenings gather around campfires, Scripture, and cabin conversations that matter. Girls return home more confident, more independent, and more grounded in their faith.

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Rowan Harper with InterVarsity Nurses Christian Fellowship (NCF)

The vision of NCF is to see nursing students and nurses come to know and follow Jesus. Nurses have a unique opportunity to impact countless patients each week through both their care and compassion. Yet the nursing profession is demanding, and many nurses are experiencing burnout and struggling to remain in healthcare. Nurses Christian Fellowship exists to encourage and support nurses, equipping them with the tools to care for themselves and others while keeping Jesus at the center. As Jesus cares for nurses, they are empowered to care for others and share His peace with the world.

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Julia Veloz – Young Life – Carribean

The mission of Young Life Caribbean is to introduce teenagers to Jesus Christ, provide acceptance, and foster hope, meaning, and belonging. They focus on sare the message of Jesus Christ and his love with adolescents across multiple islands in the region, building Relationships, in local neighborhoods, schools, streets, and community spaces to build authentic friendships with kids right where they are. There is a focus on discipleship and leadership, raising up and equipping local young people to become disciple-making leaders who transform their own communities. They also provide a  safe, fun, and welcoming environment through weekly clubs, small-group Bible discussions, and life-changing camp experiences

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Bangladesh Youth First Concerns – Peter Halder, National Director

Founded in 1995, Bangladesh Youth First Concerns (BYFC) has been a teen and youth-focused initiative dedicated to empowering young people through leadership development, academic education, mental health support, social engagement, and community service.

Young people can make a real difference. BYFC helps them face challenges by building skills, encouraging civic responsibility, and creating opportunities for personal growth. Their programs include Youth Alpha, Drug Abuse Prevention, 3D Camps, homes for street and orphaned children, BYFC Hi-Club, a rehab center, family counseling, discipleship, training, and group activities. Through these efforts, BYFC aims to inspire and prepare youth to give back to their communities and support Bangladesh’s sustainable development.

Peter & Laurel Olson (Resourcing Christian Education, Intl., Black Forest Academy, Germany) 

Black Forest Academy (BFA) exists to provide an educational option for children of missionaries and international Christian workers. BFA has a boarding program and welcomes students in Grades 9-12 from over 40+ countries. By supporting families who serve abroad in mission, they help students grow academically, spiritually, and socially. Peter teaches math and is the chair of the math department and Laurel runs the admissions office. For more information on BFA, please visit the school’s website (bfacademy.de).

The Fosters (Jesus Film / Cru)

Jesus Film Project partners with local churches and other missions organizations to reach the unreached peoples of our world.  But the work is far from done. To date, more than 679 million men, women, and children have indicated decisions to know Christ after viewing the “JESUS” film, and new churches are being planted daily. An estimated 2 billion people have yet to hear the gospel even once…. The opportunity is great. Scripture tells us the spiritual harvest fields are ripe. The Jesus Film Project’s is that many more unreached peoples can hear and respond to the message of hope in Christ in as many languages as possible. 

Sarah & Dr. Jonathan (Kinetix Global)

Brunswick has supported Sarah in cross-cultural service since 2005 and added Dr. Jonathan to the team in 2010. After completing a fellowship in International Family Medicine in Africa, Dr. Jonathan and Sarah ventured into a remote Himalayan valley in 2013, where they ran a small hospital and later trained government doctors and networks of pastors. Wellspring Medical Services allows them to support and care for their local Himalayan community, often while drinking chai and providing medical consultations. Through their Resilience Initiative Project, they promote cultural preservation and transformation by equipping local leaders and professionals. These experiences complement their work with International Crossroads Albany, which welcomes international students and scholars from all over the world. Sarah and Jonathan enjoy hiking and exploring the world with their four beloved daughters.

Michael & Heather (Mercy Ships) 

Mercy Ships sends hospital ships, crewed by selfless volunteer medical professionals, to people in dire need of medical care.  Hospital ships provide free lifesaving surgeries for people where medical care is nearly non-existent. Over 50% of the world’s population lives near a coast. In many cases, ships are the best way to reach people in great need. 

Niki Campbell: InterVarsity Christian Fellowship

Niki works for InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, a national Evangelical Christian organization committed to seeing student and faculty lives transformed by the Good News of Jesus on every corner of any campus. Currently, there are 18 colleges and universities in the Capital District. Niki is working with students from 5 of our area colleges. She is assisted by 3 volunteers who give their time to help the Gospel grow on our area campuses. Niki is in her 22nd year of working with InterVarsity (initially as a volunteer, then as an employee).

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RCA (Rensselaer Christian Association) 

Rensselaer Christian Association is a chapter of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship serving Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and other nearby institutions. They are dedicated to sharing the gospel on our campus and to establishing Christian community. 

Stuart Milliken (GlobalGrace)

The Milliken worked in East Asia for 30 years teaching in universities, and working in the areas of language development, literacy and Bible translation for an ethnic minority. They trust that He will use what they have done there for His purposes and His glory.   They are now based in the US, and will continue to serve Him as Bible translation consultants. There is a critical need for such consultants in many languages throughout the world.