Vision 28 is the Bay Area’s incubator raising a new generation of Christian leaders, Where faith and innovation unite to reach every youth for Christ.
Equipped youth leaders today, Strong Bay Area pastors & church planters tomorrow.
Oakland doesn’t need another non-profit. It needs a historic Gospel movement. Yes, the Bay Area and Oakland have seen powerful one-night Gospel events: Billy Graham in 1997, Luis Palau in 2005, and Ron Luce in the mid-2000s.
What if those nights happened every month? Imagine the impact. That’s exactly what Points of Light is building. Through Vision 28, we are launching the largest Gospel movement for kids and youth in Bay Area history.
Empowering Faith Leaders
To cover Oakland with the largest Gospel movement for kids and youth in Bay Area history
Gain
Join a movement of visionary leaders passionate about reaching Oakland and the Bay Area for Christ.
Gain spiritual depth, professional mentorship, and lifelong community as you grow in your calling to lead and serve.
Train
Over 40 hours of guided training lectures in culture, leadership development, practical ministry, and ethics.
Experience hands-on mentorship designed to strengthen both your faith and your leadership capacity.
Retain.
Some will plant roots here. Others will be sent across the Bay. But every leader shaped at Points of Light carries one mission to lead, disciple, and multiply wherever God sends them.
The goal is for the Bay Area to have more faithful leaders.
Vision 28
We’re building a team of leaders called to light up the Bay Area through presence, service, and innovation.
We’re committed to investing in their growth — spiritually, relationally, and practically — so that every home, school, and neighborhood can experience the transforming power of Christ.
Looking for a Position in Ministry?
Our new free online job bulletin board connects credentialed ministers with AG churches looking to hire in all areas of ministry.
Called Resources
We aim to create resources that serve those called to vocational ministry at every stage in their journey.
Team -
Encouraging deep relationships and shared experiences together.
Practice healthy accountability, community rhythms, & shared mission
Experience discipleship through collaboration, feedback, and daily prayer
Housing
Affordable, community-style housing in the heart of Oakland
A tangible expression of “living on mission”
together.
together.
Shared spaces designed to foster connection, rest, and belonging.
Training
Daily sessions on leadership, urban apologetics, and practical ministry
Exposure to tools in communication, administration, and pastoral care
Spiritual formation practices that deepen character and calling + mentorship
Hands- on
Apply training immediately in school partnerships, home visits, and family care.
Engage directly in city outreach, youth development, and discipleship programs.
Learn servant leadership through active ministry in Oakland communities
Outcomes
- Reached 4,000+ youth with the Gospel
- Visited 2,500+ homes in at-risk neighborhoods
- Led 100 youth/kids to Christ
- Attended 5 network events
POINTS OF LIGHT
Leading Oakland Youth and Children to God
Points of Light makes disciples of at-risk youth in Oakland.through the life-changing power of Jesus Christ.
For 17 years, Points of Light has existed because there’s over 100,000 kids and youth with over 500 churches, but yet to this day does not have 1 full time youth pastor. We are currently reaching 500 inner-city kids and youth with the gospel of Jesus.
It is unfortunate too common to equate Oakland with crime and violence amongst. Oakland does not need a new nonprofit, but a historic gospel movement. The Bay Area and Oakland has been home to historical powerful weekend Gospel events: Billy Graham in 1997, Luis Palau in 2005, and Ron Luce in the mid-2000s.
What if those nights happened every month? Imagine the impact. That’s exactly what Points of Light is building. Through Vision 28, we are launching the largest Gospel movement for kids and youth in Bay Area history.
The Incubator Experience
Team
Practice healthy accountability, community rhythms, & shared mission
Hosuing
A tangible expression of “living on mission” together.
Training
12 Month Spiritual + Urban Ministry training:
- AI in Urban mission, Evangelism, Discipleship
- AM: Evangelism and Discipleship Lab training
- PM: Hands on
Hands-on
Engage directly in city outreach, youth development, and discipleship programs.
The Ministry Experience
- Results for residents by year-end
- 3,500 Gospel touchpoints
- 1,200 Home visits
- 100 kids/youth led to Christ
tuesday & thursday
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125 Elmhurst Middle
- Home visitations
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Sitting in a couOur home visitation kit includes a Bible, curriculum, and snacks.
wednesday
- Slice
125 Elmhurst Middle
- Bible Study
On August 25, 2010, Points of Light youth Jimon Clark was murdered. POL has honored his legacy by taking a message of Biblical hope to 250 students a week at Elmhurst middle and Castlemont high.
Friday & Saturday
- Youth Service
- Kids Church
- 90+ teens (ages 12–18) attend weekly
- Youth are picked up by our buses from their homes
- Safe, vibrant community with food, games, and sports
Support At-Risk Youth
Social Worker: Connects youth with housing, resources and counseling.
POL Worker: Does all of that, but with a Gospel driven approach.
200+ Homes A Month
After school Bible Study
After school Bible Study
Lab for kids and youth pastors
Lasting Impact pastors
Oakland has over 100,000 kids & youth, but 0 full-time Christian youth or kids leaders. Vision 28 aims to place 28 full-time missionaries across all seven Oakland districts by 2028. Equipped youth leaders today → Strong Bay Area pastors & church planters tomorrow. Churches gain elite youth pastors at a lower cost because Vision 28 subsidizes salaries
Ministry Impact 2025–2028 Weekly
| Year | Staff | Districts Fully Active | Reach Youth | Active | Home Visits | Bible Study Attendance | Friday Youth Service Avg. Attendance | Sat. Kids Service Avg. Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
2025 |
13 |
3.5
|
500 |
250 |
200 |
75 |
120 |
100 |
|
2026 |
20
|
5 |
900 |
500 |
300 |
150 |
250 |
250 |
|
2027 |
26
|
6 |
1200 |
750 |
700 |
250 |
350 |
350 |
|
2028 |
28 |
7 |
1500 |
1000 |
1000 |
300 |
400 |
400 |
The Growth Plan
We are wanting to raise $3.5 million of annual commitment
| Year | New Staff | Cumulative Staff | Fully Active Districts | New Annual Committed Funds | Total Budget Goal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
2025 |
3 |
13 |
3.5 |
$350, 000 |
$1,00,000 |
|
2026 |
7 |
20 |
5 |
$550,000 |
$2,000,000 |
|
2027 |
6 |
26 |
6 |
$650,000 |
$2,500,000 |
|
2028 |
2 |
28 |
7 |
$1,000,000 |
$3,000,000 |