Our Story & Mission

Compass LA was born out of a moment of being completely lost.

I was a student full of dreams, talent, and potential, but without direction. I had no mentors to walk with me, no clear path to follow, and no understanding of God’s love for my life. Like many young people today wanting purpose, but not knowing the way, I made painful mistakes that left me more broken than fulfilled. I was searching for something true, something grounded enough to guide my life.

And then I met Jesus Christ my Lord and Savior who radically transformed my life.

He wasn’t just a good religious figure, but God in the flesh. He is the way, the truth, and the life. In Him, I found what I had been missing all along: forgiveness, identity, hope, and direction. Jesus became my True Compass, aligning my heart and my future toward a life of joy, purpose, and adventure.

That moment didn’t just change my life—it sparked a gospel movement.

Compass LA began with burning desire to share Jesus with others: If one lost teen like me could find hope in Jesus, then why stop with one student, why not a group of friends, and eventually why not their school. What started as a personal rescue became a collective calling reach a generation.

Six years later, that calling has grown into a mission with a vision to raise up disciples who will be known as the holy generation.

Today, Compass is active across multiple campuses in Downey schools and throughout the Southeast LA area. Our mission remains clear and unwavering: to reach, restore and raise up young leaders who reflect Jesus.

Through school clubs, student leaders, and faithful church partners, we are reaching students where they are, restoring broken lives through the gospel, and raising up a new generation of godly leaders. We engage students through creative outreach, gospel-centered clubs, discipleship groups, and hands-on community service—forming faith that doesn’t stay quiet, but lives boldly.

And God is moving.

Last year alone, over 2,000 students heard the gospel, and more than 500 chose to follow Christ. But Compass has never been about numbers for numbers’ sake. Our heart is transformation. We are committed to raising disciples who make disciples. Students who grow to reflect Jesus, lead like Jesus, and change the world around them.

This is only the beginning.

Compass LA is growing, and the invitation is open. We are calling schools, churches, volunteers, and supporters to join us in this gospel mission. Together, we can see a generation set on the right direction. Starting one student, one school, one city at a time.

Jesus is still the True Compass that the world needs and with Him there is an adventure awaiting us.