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The Agape Center is a safe, supportive place for people to gather and grow mentally, physically, and in their relationship with Jesus. We offer year-round programming and mentorship for kids, teens, and adults in Roseland, Chicago, where we have been serving our neighbors since 1979.

Programs & Events

Agape After School

Send your child to the Agape Center after school to enjoy a fun, safe, supervised environment. Activities include free time, gym games, arts & crafts, academic support, and age-appropriate Bible lessons.
  • GRADES: 1st-8th grades
  • DAYS/TIMES: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 3:00-6:00 p.m.
  • DATES: Sept. 29 – Dec. 9th
    • Off Nov. 17th, 18th, 24th, and 25th
  • Registration is Required, but FREE!

Teen Bible Study & Mentoring

Teens will learn about the Bible and following Jesus in a fun, interactive, relational setting. Caring adult leaders serve as mentors and guides. DINNER is included!

  • Ages: 7th-12th grades
  • Days/Times: Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
  • Dates: Sept. 17th – July 15th
  • Registration is Required, but FREE!

The Bridge Young Adult Bible Study

Join this young adult Bible study gathering for encouraging community, spiritual growth, and steps to adulting with Jesus.

  • Age Range: 18 (post high school) – 25 years old
  • Days/Times: Every other Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.– 9:00 p.m.
  • Questions? Contact Brad Harry.

Jobs & Volunteer Opportunities

After-School Program Volunteers

We looking for adult volunteers who are following Jesus and are involved in a local church to supervise our child and teen programs. Volunteers will serve one or more days a week. Sound like you? Fill out our volunteer interest form.

Support the Agape Center

The Agape Center has been transforming lives in inner-city Chicago since 1979. Our year-round programs for kids and teens not only provide a safe space for at-risk youth outside of school, they also lay a strong foundation for future success and spiritual growth. And our whole-person discipleship programs for adults help our neighbors flourish in every stage of life. With your support, we can continue to provide these life-changing programs in the neighborhoods that need them most.

Watch the video above to learn more about the Agape Center.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about programs, jobs, or volunteer opportunities at the Agape Center, please contact us.

Spring Break Camp

Sign up NOW to send your child to the Agape Center during Chicago Public Schools’ spring break! Kids will enjoy a safe, supervised group experience. Activities include free time, gym games, arts & crafts, reading & math, movie time, and Bible lessons.

March 23 – March 26, 2026