
- To care for those who are no longer able to care for themselves, just as Jesus reached out to those in need.
- To provide a structured environment in which young people can live, work, and enjoy wholesome recreation.
- To facilitate practical application of God’s Word through our Christian Growth Program.
- To provide exposure to foreign missions, through complementary mission trips for volunteers who serve for 15 months or more.
- To encourage personal growth in young people through the development of interpersonal skills, leadership skills, and many other character qualities that will accompany them throughout their lives.
- To provide funds and support for foreign missions through M.I.C. Presently, there are six mission stations in Canada


Since 1953, Hillcrest Home has been leased from Boone County to the Mission Interest Committee (MIC) of the Beachy Mennonite Churches. The Home is staffed in part by volunteers from various Mennonite churches across the United States. Most range in age from eighteen to mid-twenties and the average length of stay is 15 months. They receive a small monthly allowance, room and board is furnished. For nearly all, it is a life changing experience. The give-and-take required to live day by day with forty young people from different back grounds in relative peace is tremendous. Without a deep dedication to Christ it would be impossible.

Why would we ask anyone to give up home….just when they need it most?
We care about quality of life and focus on Personalized care rather than Institutionalized care!
Our desire is to bring a home-