The Academy for GOD welcomed Vanderbilt’s facility dog Squid for a classroom visit, where students learned about his role in supporting children during medical treatments. The event highlighted the value of empathy and social-emotional learning at the Academy.

Global Outreach Developments Int’l has been awarded $15,000 from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation to expand youth, family, and adult literacy programs in Nashville. The grant will strengthen after-school learning, immigrant and refugee education, and family engagement—helping students gain confidence, advance reading levels, and equipping adults with essential English and job readiness skills.

During the 2025 Summer Internship, Kaiden Lindholm reflects on a day of service at St. John’s Primary School in Bombo, Uganda—teaching lessons, playing soccer, and even showing children how to wash their hands. This experience opened his eyes to the joy and resilience of the students, their hunger for knowledge, and the call to serve with a ready heart.

River Reichert, a student volunteer, shares about his time serving at McKendree Village in Nashville and how simple acts of care reminded elderly residents they are not forgotten. His story shows how hands-on service not only brings dignity and encouragement to seniors but also shapes students to live out their faith in practical ways.

The RIDE program at GOD International is empowering immigrants and refugees from nations like Afghanistan, Ukraine, and Jamaica with essential driver’s education skills. By equipping participants with knowledge, confidence, and community support, RIDE helps open doors to employment, independence, and long-term stability in the U.S.

This summer at our Southeast Asia campus, GOD International staff and volunteers hosted three weeks of Camp Skillz—serving 45 children with daily hands-on experiences in science, art, athletics, and more. In a year marked by school closures and rising screen time, Camp Skillz gave youth a safe place to learn, grow, and belong—because every child deserves to be seen, valued, and loved in Jesus’ name.

Now in its 12th year, CASE Afterschool expands to new sites across Nashville and introduces student-led clubs that nurture creativity, learning, and community. Discover how CASE is creating spaces where students thrive.

Over a decade of ministry in the Philippines has led to the launch of C4GOD Philippines, a Christian church of GOD Intl built on seven core aspects. From Sunday services and Bible studies to youth group and community prayer, our growing church is learning together what it truly means to “Be the Church.”

Lead Teacher from The Academy for GOD Christian preschool program shares how intentional classroom design, structured play stations, and consistent routines create a nurturing environment for 3–5 year olds. Rooted in the theme “God’s Kids Make Good Friends,” the summer program builds social, emotional, and spiritual growth.

CASE Nation, a youth development program of GOD Intl, equips middle school students with character and life skills to mend, befriend, and make a difference. Building on last year’s Unmuted theme, CASE unites youth voices to create lasting community impact.