Jason Oehrlein

Devoted and passionate missionary seeking financial support to further the mission of Giving Ministries. Dedicated to spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ through Spirit-led connections and relationships, addressing both spiritual and physical needs in the U.S. and countries like India.

• 2013-2018, Bread of Life Church – Indian Church, Bloomington, MN, Preached Sunday messages even as a new believer. Personally discipled by a church elder (Design for Discipleship – Navigators) for 18 months, then discipled 2 other men for the next 2 years. Contributed to the development of ongoing outreach and evangelism initiatives. Ellie and I still attend a few Sundays a year and participate in their outreach events.
• 2018-2019, House Church, Eagan, MN, Informally mentored by Pastor Jamey VanGelder through 1-on-1 meetings and a special monthly gathering for ministry leaders. Learned how to minister to others and carry myself as a man of God during a challenging period in my life and walk with Jesus.
• 2019-2024, Crossroads Church, Lakeville, MN, Developed a close friendship and ministry partnership with Pastor Paul and Deb Marzhan. Led Sunday services at both locations, preached/taught in multiple settings and ministries, nurtured others in their walk with Jesus, led communion, prayer ministry, and evangelism/outreach. Served Pastor Paul and Deb whenever needed.
• 2023-2024, Global Harvest Church – Indian/International Congregation, As regular attendees of this church family, my wife and I regularly attend services to stay connected with the congregation and better understand their spiritual needs. I have been blessed with the opportunity to deliver several impactful sermons and teachings that resonate with our diverse congregation, fostering both spiritual growth and deeper understanding.

• 04/13/13, Radically transformed at 3 AM in my bedroom through an encounter with Jesus Christ.
• 01/01/14, Spent 6 months discerning the Lord's call to sell everything and follow Him.
• 01/01/15, Sold my business, home, and nearly all possessions to embark on an Abrahamic journey with the Lord, learning to trust Him for every provision – housing, food, ministry, finances, vehicles, etc.
• 01/01/16, Founded Giving Ministries as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
• 12/01/18, Underwent dialysis for kidney failure.
• 02/01/20, Received a life-saving kidney transplant.
• 09/13/20, Ordained through IMF with the laying of hands by Pastor Paul Marzhan at Crossroads Church in Lakeville.
• 05/15/21, Married Ellie.
• 06/11/21, Underwent surgery to remove native kidneys, surviving another critical recovery.
• 09/13/24, Published my first book, 'Pray Like Never Before'.