About Us
BASIC stands for Brothers and Sisters in Christ and was founded in 1978 by Michael Cavanaugh at Oswego State University in Oswego, New York.
We are a Non-Profit Organization serving local churches to reach college students. We believe that college students are a catalyst for change, and have an immense impact on our world to extend the Kingdom of God.
Our Vision
Our vision is to see a move of the Holy Spirit on college campuses to make a global impact.
Our Mission
10%
Only 10% of people get saved after the age of 25.
70%
About 70% of high school students will walk away from their faith when they enter college.
46%
About 46% of young people consider themselves non-religious.
1.1m
There are 1.1 million international students in the United States that need the Gospel.
Pastor Michael Cavanaugh
What We Believe
Salvation made possible through the shed blood of Jesus Christ.
Water Baptism as a symbol of true repentance and obedience.
The Baptism in the Holy Spirit to empower Christ-followers as witnesses.
A living relationship and a commitment to a Local Church.
A personal and growing Knowledge of the Bible, the only inspired and written Word of God
Worship and Praise fully experienced by following the Biblical pattern.
Prayer which is essential for Christian growth and victory.
Integrity because God prefers obedience over sacrifice.
Helping each student grasp his or her Personal Destiny as an important part in history.
Evangelism by proclaiming the good news about Jesus, with sensitivity and confidence.