We believe that education and discipleship were never meant to be separate. Throughout history—and in the ministry of Jesus Himself—teaching has always been the means by which hearts are shaped, minds are set, and lives are transformed – for better or worse. What children learn through hearing words, seeing actions, and experiencing context, forms how they see God, the world, and their place within it.
Our Mission
We exist to empower leaders to disciple children – Together they will shape nations.
Our Vision
We envision a society where families, churches, schools and governments collaborate to disciple children into their God-given potential.
Faith
Our Christian faith compels us to serve our communities and build strong families. View our faith statement HERE
Children & Youth
Children and youth are at the heart of everything we do.
Collaboration
We actively engage with local leaders and global partners to generate lasting and sustainable change.
Integrity
We embrace accountability, transparency, and excellence.
Compassion
Compelled by love, we are moved to action to help children and youth.
Creativity
We believe that creativity, innovation and entrepreneurialism catalyze transformation.
Bruce Friesen
Leah Gray
Andrew Banman
Paul Vermes
Rory Campbell
Tony Zanon
Jan Zanon
Our Big Why
Children Arise exists because of this unshakable conviction: Nations are transformed when the next generation is discipled and discipleship happens most powerfully through education.
- This is a biblical pattern, a historical reality, and a present-day urgency.
- We aren’t just reaching children, we’re shaping nations.
- We aren’t just teaching lessons, we’re forming identity, worldview, and destiny.
- We aren’t just responding to need, we’re participating in God’s plan to see His Kingdom come here on earth as it is in heaven.
