Craven Ministries
Church beyond the walls
Lead Pastors & CEO
Gus & Terry Craven Bio
Pastor Gus, an enrolled member of the Oglala Lakota Sioux Tribe from the Pine Ridge Reservation, and his wife Terry have dedicated their lives to ministry since 1997. Both graduates of Trinity Bible College, They both hold ministerial credentials with the Assemblies of God. They pastored All Nations Church on the Rosebud Reservation for ten years before moving to Wanblee, South Dakota, where they established Eagle Nest Life Center (ENLC) in 2008. ENLC serves not only as a church, with Sunday services and weekly Bible studies, but also as a hub for community outreach, hosting youth programs, block parties, holiday events, life skills training, and even a gym that promotes health and wellness. Their broader ministry, Craven Ministries, extends through multiple avenues such as Glory Ranch, Glory Ranch Publishing, Craven Construction, and Forged in Fire Gym, each designed to reach and serve the local community in practical and spiritual ways. Glory Ranch has become a center for rodeo camps, archery, and major community events like the Harvest Festival and live nativity. In addition, Gus is an active member of the Oglala Lakota Ministerial Coalition, working to train and raise up Native leaders in ministry while honoring culture and tradition. Together, Gus and Terry’s work embody a calling to minister both inside and outside church walls, offering hope, skills, and faith to the reservation and beyond.
Craven Ministries is dedicated to serving the people of the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation through faith, fellowship, and practical support. Our mission is rooted in the love of Jesus, and we strive to be a beacon of hope and a source of strength for the community.
We offer vital support and life-skills training for Native Americans on the reservation, empowering individuals and families to build a brighter future through faith-based initiatives and community-driven programs.
Our work is guided by core beliefs that shape every aspect of our ministry. We are committed to living out these principles in service to God and our community.
We believe in the transformative power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and its ability to bring hope, healing, and redemption to all.
We are called to serve others with compassion, reflecting Christ’s love through practical acts of kindness and support.
We foster a strong sense of community, creating a supportive family where individuals can grow in faith and find belonging.
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Your generous support empowers us to continue our mission. Every donation, big or small, makes a profound impact on the lives we serve. Craven Ministries is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
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