Restoring whats missing. Revealing the Heavenly Father who will never leave.
EQUIPPING THE CHURCH TO REACH FATHERLESS YOUTH THROUGH THE LIFE-CHANGING GOSPEL OF CHRIST.
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REAL STORIES FROM THE RANCH
Hear how God is moving through fatherless youth, mentors, and community leaders across the country.
LISTEN TO THE LATEST EPISODE AND BE ENCOURAGED BY STORIES OF TRANSFORMATION, PURPOSE, AND FAITH.
THE MISSION IS CLEAR. THE NEED IS URGENT.
Fatherlessness isn’t just a statistic. It’s a crisis affecting children, families, and entire communities.
23% of children in the US live in a single parent house (85% of those are fatherless homes), compared the the global average of 7%, ranking the US #1 in fatherlessness.
63% OF YOUTH SUICIDES ARE FROM FATHERLESS HOMES – 5 TIMES THE AVERAGE.
90% OF ALL HOMELESS AND RUNAWAY CHILDREN ARE FROM FATHERLESS HOMES – 32 TIMES THE AVERAGE.
85% OF ALL CHILDREN WHO SHOW BEHAVIOR DISORDERS COME FROM FATHERLESS HOMES – 20 TIMES THE AVERAGE.
80% of rapists with anger problems come from fatherless homes –14 times the average.
71% of all high school dropouts come from fatherless homes – 9 times the average.
75% of all adolescent patients in chemical abuse centers come from fatherless homes – 10 times the average.
70% of youths in state-operated institutions come from fatherless homes – 9 times the average.
85% of all youths in prison come from fatherless homes – 20 times the average.
THIS IS MORE THAN A PROBLEM – IT’S A CALLING. AND THE CHURCH IS THE ANSWER.
Learn how Idols Aside Ministries is rooted in the truth of the Gospel and our call to serve the fatherless.
WHERE WE’RE SERVING
From Kentucky to Florida, and now Texas, God is opening doors to reach more youth, more families, and more communities.
GET INVOLVED. YOU CAN CHANGE A LIFE.
Whether you mentor, give, or simply show up, your obedience can make an eternal impact.
MENTOR STUDENTS
Walk alongside fatherless youth in your local schools and reflect the love of Christ through consistency and discipleship.
Become a Mentor
SUPPORT THE MISSION
Help us expand our reach and provide resources, retreats, and ongoing care for families.
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