a service of Teen Challenge International, USA

Remembering Brother Dave with Mike Hodges

Written by Michael Hodges on Jul 26, 2011

David Wilkerson’s initial vision for the gangs in Brooklyn, his good name, and his character have all blessed Teen Challenge. All organizations in society and the church are judged by their history and foundation; David Wilkerson was a leader who carried the distinction as the … [ read more ]

Mission Accomplished — Plans and Goals 2005-2010

Written by Michael Hodges on Jul 15, 2010

My tenure as the President of Teen Challenge USA is coming to an end with my retirement in August of 2010. The next step for Betty and me is to move back to the Northwest to be closer to our family. Nearly every objective I … [ read more ]

Teen Challenge of the Hawaiian Islands Alive, Well and Growing

Written by Michael Hodges on Apr 29, 2010
Teen Challenge of the Hawaiian Islands Alive, Well and Growing

When I arrived at my office in 2005, Teen Challenge USA was in the midst of a law suit concerning issues that had developed in Hawaii.  Initially the suit dealt with the dissolution of the Teen Challenge of Hawaii corporation and a new corporation formed … [ read more ]

Strategic Planning by Rick Souza at the 2010 National Conference

Written by Michael Hodges on Apr 14, 2010

I am pleased to personally invite you to the best Teen Challenge National Conference ever! August 1 – 3, 2010 at Branson, Missouri Branson Hilton Convention Center. For those of you who attended the 50th Celebration in New York City, you may say, “Now wait … [ read more ]

Memories of the Northwest

Written by Michael Hodges on Mar 04, 2010

Living in Ozark, Missouri is nice, but it means a commute when we do any business in Springfield. Early one morning while driving to a doctor’s appointment, a sudden thought bubbled up from my memory bank.  I was taken back for just a moment in … [ read more ]

From the President

Written by Michael Hodges on Feb 28, 2010

I want to brief you on the Teen Challenge USA board meeting which was hosted by Snow Peabody, Executive Director of Arizona Teen Challenge.  The meeting was held at the Hampton Inn in Tucson.  It was a nice location for a winter meeting but it … [ read more ]

Native American Teen Challenge

Written by Michael Hodges on Jan 04, 2010
Native American Teen Challenge

Serving Teen Challenge USA as president has exciting moments that many times bring into focus the unlimited possibilities for future development. One of these occasions was a visit with Fred Lamberson prior to the Redwood Teen Challenge banquet. The meeting with Fred was a personal … [ read more ]

Looking Back

Written by Michael Hodges on Nov 01, 2009

I believe we will all look back on 2009 and rejoice in what the Lord has done for Teen Challenge during one of the most difficult financial challenges in our history. Many of the 214 Teen Challenge ministries in the USA continue to report significant … [ read more ]

From the Heart

Written by Michael Hodges on Sep 01, 2009

I believe we will all look back on 2009 and rejoice in what the Lord has done for Teen Challenge during one of the most difficult financial challenges in our history. Many of the 214 Teen Challenge ministries in the USA continue to report significant … [ read more ]

TC State of the Union, June 2009

Written by Michael Hodges on Jun 01, 2009

All TC USA departments are busy and facilitating ministry across the country; therefore this will be a very informative newsletter. Allen Turley has been reporting about the results from the excellent training events he has put together regarding this years regional conference tour. I am … [ read more ]