The Early Beginnings...
The Cru Albania Ministry was established in 1992, just after the end of the Communist era. Initially, American missionaries worked towards connecting with college students in Tirana, the capital city.
The Communist regime had restricted freedom of faith, and people were looking for spiritual guidance. Through their efforts, many students found faith and became part of the work of God on campus.
In 1995, seven Albanian missionaries joined the Cru staff, and today, there are 104 national staff members.
The first American team
The first 7 Albanian staff who joined Cru in 1995.
Today...
As a result of God's work through our staff, volunteers, and Ministry Partners, Cru Albania Ministry has expanded its reach to every major campus city across Albania. We have also extended our ministry to other audiences and are actively involved in church planting. This growth is a testament to God's faithfulness in our midst.
YOUTH MINISTRY:
» College ministry
5 Campus cities: (Tirana, Shkoder, Durres, Elbasan, and Vlora)
» High school ministry
Reaching 24 major cities through the partnership with the local church.
ADULTS MINISTRY:
» Young Professionals (4 locations in 2 cities in Albania)
» Executive Ministry (Tirana)
» Teachers Ministry (ISP, present in 8 cities) ⬅️
SUPPORT MINISTRIES:
» Human Resources & Staff Development
» Operations
» Partnership Development
» The Lighthouse Camp
» Humanitarian Aid
A map of Albanian cities and towns where Cru is currently operating through staff teams and partnering churches.
“Our vision is to see spiritual movements everywhere so that everyone knows someone who truly follows Christ.”
Win- Bringing people to Christ through evangelism one-on-one and large group gatherings.
Summer Camps
Seminar Discusion
Personal Evangelism
Christmas Outreach
Build - Helping believers to grow in their faith through discipleship, both on a personal level as well as building an authentic Christian community.
Discipleship Class
Plug-in The Local Church
Retreats
Open Seminars