Christian Service Brigade

Christian Service Brigade was founded by Joe Coughlin in 1937. You can read more about our history at https://csbministries.org/our-history/

Christian Service Brigade is a ministry that equips churches, parents, and mentors to raise a godly generation of boys and girls through Christ-centered, single-gendered discipleship and meaningful mentoring relationships.

Boys learn through adventure. As men walk beside them, they mature through experiences that help them grow into godly leaders with a servant attitude. When a boy commits to the full Brigade experience, he begins a life-shaping journey toward becoming a man of integrity and faith that leads him into adulthood.

Girls flourish when godly women invest in their lives. Through mentoring relationships, girls are encouraged to know Christ deeply, understand their identity in Him, and develop the character and wisdom needed to navigate today’s world. As women of faith walk alongside girls, sharing their life experiences, they help build a foundation that will shape their relationships, leadership, and walk with God for years to come.

What sets Christian Service Brigade apart is its commitment to Christ-centered, gender-specific discipleship. Godly men mentor boys, and godly women mentor girls, who understand the unique challenges and opportunities they face. These trusted relationships create space for honest conversations, accountability, and life-shaping discipleship. No child walks this path alone. Godly mentors are there every step of the way, modeling Christlike character and helping the next generation develop a strong faith that lasts.