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About Agape

Our Story

The Church at Agape Outpost was founded by Dwane Jackson, a man who knew God’s grace and forgiveness in a powerful way. He went from serving a Leavenworth prison sentence to acting on God’s vision for an outpost of His love. From 1980-1983 meetings were held in various locations around Breckenridge. Then in the summer of 1983, Dwane and his wife Sonja and many others lovingly gave of themselves to build The Church at Agape Outpost.


By God’s grace and the willing obedience of many people, Agape’s brick and mortar building was built debt free with the help of more than a thousand volunteers. A 7,000 sq ft addition was completed, again debt free, in October of 2002. Though our buildings don’t carry a balance, we are forever indebted to the many loving, caring laborers who have donated their time, skills and resources to further the mission and vision of Agape Outpost.

mission

Bringing the love of Jesus to our

neighbors and the nations

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Intimacy with God is the foundation of all that we do and all that we are here at Agape. It is our desire that every member of our faith family would have an ever-deepening relationship with Jesus Christ.   Jesus reminds us in John chapter fifteen that He is the vine and we are the branches, if we abide in him, we will bear fruit.  He invites us into a relationship that is life giving, life sustaining, life altering.  At Agape we encourage a solid understanding of biblical truth as well as engagement in time tested spiritual practices that foster a life of intimacy abiding in Christ. These practices include our regular worship gatherings, community groups, retreats, and more.


Intimacy

Our God is the God of community.  He has always existed in perfect community as Father, Son and Holy Spirit.  It’s no wonder then that God created us with a deep need and longing for community. It is in the context of community that our abiding faith is lived out.  It is here that the Gospel begins to be fleshed out for the world to observe.  It is within the faith family that we are conformed and transformed into Christ-likeness. We cannot be and become all that God has in mind for his bride in isolation, we need each other.  Community is found organically as people within the church family engage in life together over meals, recreation, work, volunteering together and caring for one another in practical ways. Community is also fostered through community group gatherings, men’s and women’s groups and corporate worship.

Community

We are motivated by the Gospel to move out into the world around us as partners in the mission of Jesus to reconcile the world to himself.  It is this grand mission that motivates us. Motivates us to meet the felt needs of our community - loving people with “no strings attached” and looking for opportunities to speak to the greatest need that each one of us has: to be reconciled to God through the saving work of Jesus Christ. We support both local and international mission work through prayer, finances, going and sending. We look for opportunities each day to reach out in love to those around them and look for practical ways to live on mission with Jesus.  The mission of God is not a call to a few “special forces” within the body of Christ but an invitation for each and every person who follows him to be ministers of reconciliation in their day to day lives, showing and sharing his love in practical ways. We truly believe that we have been given the best news in the history of humanity and want to share it with everyone around us – from our neighbors to the Nations!





Mission

What to Expect 


Visiting a new church can be intimidating. Here at Agape, we want you to be comfortable!

  • When are worship gatherings?

    We gather for worship at 8:30 and 10 a.m. on Sunday morning in our outdoor amphitheater by the river.  Each Sunday you will experience worship through music, including Hymns of the faith and modern worship songs.  Music is led by our worship team and may include a full band or just a worship leader and a guitar.  You will hear from one of our teaching staff and have the opportunity to take part in a time of ministry and communion.  You might even hear a testimony from one of the members of our faith family!  Not able to attend in person? Join us online!

  • What should I wear?

    At Agape, we want you to be comfortable. If that means jeans and a t-shirt, a suit and tie, or your ski clothes, that's great. We’re happy that you’ve decided to join us and we want you to be more focused on the worship service than what you’re wearing. During our summer outdoor services it isn’t uncommon to see people in shorts a t-shirt and sandals. Whatever you choose to wear, we think you’ll fit right in here at Agape!

  • Where do my kids go?

    We partner together with parents to help build the foundation of faith for children from infant through 6th grade. During the summer months, preschool through 6th grade will join parents in our outdoor Worship Gatherings; Agape Kid’s Ministry Packets are provided for Pre-K, and for 1-5th grades. Nursery is provided for infants through 2.5 years old.


    Agape Kids also provides fun and exciting events throughout the year!  From our annual Easter Eggstravaganza to Outdoor Adventure Camp and all kinds of fun in between, you are sure to find something fun for the whole family! 

  • How can I get involved?

    At Agape, there are lots of ways to get connected. Our prayer is that you would find a place to belong here at Agape. Check out these opportunities for you to get involved!

  • How do I find out what's happening at Agape?

    There’s always something going on here at Agape.  Check out our Events pare or if you want to stay in the loop, click here to get connected.  When you do, you’ll receive a short newsletter letting you know all the latest news. 

Ministry & Support Team

Mike & Carolyn Atkinson

Pastoral Team
mike@agapeoutpost.org

Rick & Naomi Backlund

Pastoral Team
rick@agapeoutpost.org

Salvador & Ligia Herrera
Pastoral Team
salvador@agapeoutpost.org

Megaly Leyva

Agape en Español

megaly@agapeoutpost.org

Tina Leonard

Children's Minister
tina@agapeoutpost.org

Donnis Pallaoro

Women's Minister
donnis@agapeoutpost.org

Pam Abt

Financial Secretary
pam@agapeoutpost.org

Faith Masterson

Worship Minister
faith@agapeoutpost.org

Our Elder Team

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Mike & Carolyn Atkinson

mike@agapeoutpost.org



Rick & Naomi Backlund

rick@agapeoutpost.org



Salvador & Ligia Herrera salvador@agapeoutpost.org


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Seth & Jen Gibson



Randy & Beth Mauldin



Keith & Pam McKnight


Our Deacon Team

Ryan & Megan Greff

Dave & Jan Leopold

Mike & Candy Plum

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