The Joy of the Lord
Jesus teaches that joy begins when we understand how deeply God loves us.
“I have loved you even as the Father has loved me. Remain in my love.” – John 15
Before we can live with joy, we must first receive this truth: God loves you deeply. His love is not earned—it is given.
"How can I remain in the love of Jesus?"
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When life gets busy, we may feel distant from God. But putting Him first—through prayer, reading His Word, and serving others—helps us stay close and strengthened.
"Loving others feels difficult"
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God invites us to ask for help in Jesus’ name. He promises to answer and produce lasting fruit, bringing abundant joy.
"I don't know what to do in nursing homes."
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The purpose of Contagious Joy is to equip and encourage you with useful resources! Whether it’s a simple skit that takes little to no practice, or a full play for your youth group, we have step-by-step guides that walk you through everything.
We show up — He takes over and helps us catch the vision.
“It is the same with my word. I send it out, and it always produces fruit. It will accomplish all I want it to, and it will prosper everywhere I send it.” — Isaiah 55:11
Pray
The first and most important step in seeking joy is prayer. Talk to God. Ask him to equip you for the good work he has prepared for you. Prayer aligns our hearts with God. Prayer changes us, guides us, and draws us closer to him.
Pray for Yourself
Ask God to open your heart, equip you for service, and grow your faith. Ask him to show you where he wants you to serve.
Pray for Others
Pray for the people you’ll serve alongside — your family, friends, youth, and fellow believers. Pray for the residents who are waiting to hear about God’s love.
Pray for Opportunities
Ask God to open doors. Pray about dates, locations, and the right care facility. Trust his timing.
Pray the Harvest Prayer
Jesus himself told us to pray this:
“The harvest is great, but the workers are few. So pray to the Lord who is in charge of the harvest; ask him to send more workers into his fields.” — Matthew 9:37-38
“Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere.” — Ephesians 6:18
“Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
We start with prayer before we go to a care facility and end with prayer before we leave. God is with us when we go in with a heart to serve him and bring him glory.
Share The Call
God designed us to serve in community. Share the calling he has laid upon your heart with the people around you — your family, your church, your friends. You will be amazed at how many people are eager to join when someone simply asks.
Anyone who wants to spread Jesus’ love can be equipped with the resources to take the first step in becoming a Contagious Joy group. Here are some groups to start with:
“The Lord now chose seventy-two other disciples and sent them ahead in pairs to all the towns and places he planned to visit.” — Luke 10:1
Your Family
Parents have the largest influence on their children’s faith. There is no better way to reinforce serving Jesus as our example than doing it together. Going to a care facility leaves a lasting impression on your children.
Learn MoreYour Friends
Invite others into the journey. When we serve together, meaningful relationships develop and a stronger community of faith grows. You will find renewed zeal, energy, and enthusiasm.
Get InvolvedYour Church
Partner with your church to raise up leaders for God in our families, churches, communities, and nations by sharing the Good News of Jesus with residents in care facilities.
Get In Touch“The harvest is great, but the workers are few. So pray to the Lord who is in charge of the harvest; ask him to send more workers into his fields.” — Matthew 9:37-38
We show up — He takes over and helps us catch the vision. He may even develop a passion in us to lead others to minister at a care facility also.
Taking The First Steps
Being obedient to God’s leading in our lives and the Spirit’s guidance means stepping out in faith — even when we don’t have all the answers. Personal growth happens the more we stretch ourselves out of our comfort zone.
Contagious Joy groups connect younger generations with elderly residents in care facilities through performances, songs, and genuine relationship-building. The result? Joy that multiplies and becomes contagious.
What Contagious Joy Groups Do
- Visit care facilities — Bring the love of Jesus to residents who are isolated and lonely
- Perform skits and plays — Simple, joyful performances that require little to no practice
- Build relationships — Connect generations through singing, dancing, conversation, and prayer
- Share the Gospel — Invite residents to hear about God’s love and faithfulness
- Discover gifts — Youth recognize God-given gifts and talents they didn’t know they had
“Even if you are just one person who has decided to go into a Care Facility, you can make a difference. The dedication of one person can change the world. It is the commitment you make.”
Interested in Finding or Starting a Group?
Whether you’re ready to start a Contagious Joy group at your church, join an existing group in your area, or simply want to learn more — we’d love to hear from you. Reach out and let us help you take the first step.
A group finder feature and Spreading Joy page are coming soon.
“For the LORD your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.” — Zephaniah 3:17
“Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing nothing.” — James 1:2-4