Mission

We seek God’s peace for our city through the creative, compassionate, and prayerful development of people and communities. Since 1988, we have cultivated communities of hope and healing in the heart of our beloved city, Denver. We put our mission into action through supportive housing, leadership development, and initiatives that strengthen our neighbors’ capacity to thrive. Our vision is for Denver to be a city where those who were once poor enjoy the fruit of their labor; where children of the city are no longer doomed to misfortune but play safely in the streets under the watchful eye of healthy old men and women; where former rivals and natural enemies live and work together in peace; and where all people enjoy the experience of communion with God. This vision draws its inspiration from the breathtaking image of a city of joy found in the scriptures of our faith (for instance Isaiah 65:17-25 and Zechariah 8:4-5). The vision is inclusive of all; Mile High Ministries does not require or proselytize for, religious affiliations on the part of program participants. Presence. We are followers of Jesus from different streams of the Christian tradition. Just as God was embodied in the human person of Jesus of Nazareth, the great gift of divine love is continually embodied, touch-able, and experienced. We participate in this lived reality joyfully. Prayer. In our often-intense urban context, we are learning the value of quieting our hearts and minds in order to listen for the voice of God. Prayer is itself a kind of presence: being present to God; trusting that God is fully present to us. Peacemaking. Seeking the peace of the city means unplugging from the violence of rivalry and exclusion that come so naturally, pursuing instead relationships and collaboration, including with people whose worldviews may differ from ours, for the shared joy of building healthy and welcoming communities. We engage our communities and equip leaders for God's transformational work among the poor. Our vision is a city where families are transcending poverty, in part because churches and faith communities are helping in ways that are genuinely helpful and empowering. We address practical needs of those struggling with poverty, raise awareness of local social justice issues, and cultivate leaders for an urbanizing world.