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A Van With a Mission: Reaching Surfers Across Taiwan
In Taiwan, ministry to surfers happens wherever the waves break—and often those beaches are scattered hours apart. That’s why transportation isn’t just helpful for YWAM Yilan and Christian Surfers Taiwan—it’s essential. Their van is the backbone of their ministry: getting leaders, surfboards, outreach teams, and youth to beaches, churches, and events all over the island. It’s how they show up, stay connected, and build trust in the surf community. This year, the need for a ne

Jonny Nelson
Nov 193 min read


2025 Wake Season Recap
What a great summer we had on the water! From May through September, we had the incredible opportunity to spend over 350 hours on boats,...
David Schaffran
Oct 32 min read


A Rider's California Dream Came True
JSAW was able to bring six riders on a 5 day getaway skateboard dream trip to LA. During this trip, we did everything from surfing in...

Josiah Kimball
Aug 262 min read


The Power of Progression: What Our Riders Learned from a Pro
On July 24th and 25th, we had twenty eager riders sign up for JSAW's Skate Camp Pro. This skate camp is specifically designed to help...

Josiah Kimball
Aug 82 min read


Four Riders Responded to the Gospel at The Session!
As JSAW was getting ready to head in 2025, we realized that out of all the sick stuff we do, we rarely get to share the gospel message....

Josiah Kimball
Jul 302 min read


Skateboarding in the Philippines: From Small Grants to Big Dreams
At JSAW, our vision and mission is to transform action sports culture by making riders into disciples of Jesus. One way we live this out...

Jonny Nelson
Jul 152 min read


Nailing Down the Basics
This past week, JSAW had 16 riders attend our beginner skate camp. Every day we would do everything from stretches, to clinics, to games....

Josiah Kimball
Jun 272 min read


Go and Do Likewise
On June 21st, skaters from all over the world hit the streets, parks, and driveways to celebrate Go Skateboarding Day. Everyone has their...

Josiah Kimball
Jun 243 min read


Skateboarding, Chaplaincy, and the Power of Presence: Street League Moments
Over the last couple of months, something powerful has been taking shape behind the scenes at Street League Skateboarding (SLS). In the...

Dave Jonsson
May 302 min read
All Nighter Report
JSAW held the spring guys all nighter with 3 fun games, pizza, 3 bible studies, lots of skating, and a movie! The theme for the night was...

Jonny Nelson
Apr 12, 20221 min read
Wake Trip to the Cabin
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Jonny Nelson
Aug 9, 20211 min read


Cali Dream Trip Recap
JSAW recently took the opportunity to take some kids on a dream skate trip all the way to Los Angeles, California. We found great local...

Jonny Nelson
Jun 29, 20212 min read


Des Moines IA Dew Tour Trip
Des Moines IA Dew Tour Trip We planned a trip to visit the new skatepark in Des Moines, Iowa. It is now the largest skatepark in America...

Jonny Nelson
May 25, 20211 min read
Rider Update – Jud Heald and New Park Update
#snowboarding #christianskaters #actionsportsministry #helpboardshop #wakeboarding #actionsports #jsawministries #jsaw #skateboarding

Jonny Nelson
Feb 5, 20211 min read
Volunteer Spotlight – David Engler
#snowboarding #christianskaters #actionsportsministry #wakeboarding #jsawministries #jsaw #skateboarding

Jonny Nelson
Jan 6, 20211 min read

Jonny Nelson
Dec 3, 20200 min read
Volunteer Spotlight – Dave Johnson
#skateministry #snowboarding #christianskaters #actionsportsministry #wakeboarding #actionsports #jsawministries #skateboarding

Jonny Nelson
Nov 9, 20201 min read
2020 Fundraiser & Rail Jam Recap
The donors that attended were excited to see the ministry in action and hear them share their stories of how God has transformed their...

Jonny Nelson
Nov 3, 20201 min read
Rider Spotlight – Sam Taylor
#snowboarding #christianskaters #actionsportsministry #helpboardshop #wakeboarding #actionsports #jsawministries #jsaw #skateboarding

Jonny Nelson
Oct 7, 20201 min read

Jonny Nelson
Sep 2, 20200 min read
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