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Discovery

Our Discovery program is about transformation through service. Our desire is that students would develop and strengthen their faith as they engage in and with various worldviews, belief systems, cultural practices and more.

Our objective is to facilitate well-executed intercultural experiences with the potential to advance students’ spiritual, emotional, character and relational development, while meeting desired educational or ministry goals.

Serving in Love

Our purpose and desired outcomes are Christ centered. As followers of Jesus Christ, we are called to go to all people — our neighbors and those in the farthest reaches of the world.

We believe that when students are able to learn about people, cultures and worldviews through a Christian lens, they are better able to live and engage the global community.

As students engage with others, they learn to love and serve humbly as Christ did. It is our hope that through loving service our students will be transformed, and others may be led to the truth.

Focus on the Poor and Marginalized

While some of our service opportunities are outreach-oriented, others focus on language learning, cultural immersion, leadership development or academic enhancement.

In every case, whether local or abroad, our prayer is that students will develop and model Christ’s servant leadership as a part of their broader experience.

When Students Serve, They Shine

Through the Discovery program, students gain a new understanding of God and the world as they experience diverse cultures, apply lessons from the classroom, and come alongside families marginalized by poverty.

As students serve, they develop Christ-like compassion and generosity that shapes them for life.

Discovery sent more than 400 students on 25 teams across the state, the nation and the world in 2018. From 2008 to 2018, Discovery sent more than 2,600 students on 168 experiences to 35 countries on 6 continents.

Discovery Stories

A Former Valor Teacher on the Other Side of the World

Madison Kempton’s roots in international missions run deep. So do her roots at Valor Christian.

A Heart Transformed: One Senior’s Story

Ellie spends her time remembering her years at Valor while also looking eagerly toward what’s next...

Service Through Healthcare: An Alumni Story

Christine Adams was part of Valor’s inaugural freshman class. The 2011 graduate and valedictorian served on three Discovery teams while at Valor...

A Discovery Leader and Valor Coach on the Front Lines

Brooke Jelniker helps coach Valor Girls Basketball and has led Discovery teams. Lately, though, Brooke has been spending her time in the COVID-19 unit at…

Changing Perspective

Discovery students take their service from far to near.

Go, Serve, and Transform with Discovery

Discovery is a natural outflow of the classroom, the athletic field and the arts. Seeking to love others selflessly applies not only to people in…

The Definition of Discovery

For many students, Valor's Discovery program leads to eye-opening experiences in a new country or a new understanding of different cultures and customs.

Discovery Baseball Dominican

Reflections from the Dominican Republic – Valor Baseball

In the past 24 hours, “gratitude” has emerged as a major theme of the trip.

Treats for hospital workers

Gifts for CoVid19 patients

Face masks for family members

Yardwork for grandparents

Notes of gratitude for the nurses & doctors at Pres St. Luke's

Food for the family

Letters written to the residents at Someren Glen

Helping with yard chores

Making cookies for family members

More than 30 masks made for a student's neighbors

Helping with household tasks

Cleaning the family home

Student-organized donations for hospital workers

Hospital donations

Treats for hard-working hospital staff

Treats for hard-working hospital staff

Cards for the doctors and nurses at Presbyterian St. Luke

Cookies for the Medical Center of Aurora

Serving at the Denver Rescue Mission

Notes for first responders

The Bridal Collection mask project

Assisting with yardwork

Small group student ministry

Encouraging neighbors

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