Connections

Rev. Don Wilkerson has provided a valuable tool for Teen Challenge centers everywhere with his new book, First Step. In this very readable 144 page volume Brother Don provides valuable and life-changing information for those who are bound by addictions, those who have received help … [ read more ]

Here are some the resources provided to you through Teen Challenge USA to assist you in resourcing, training and connecting your staff: Connections Magazine – Connections Online Magazine – You’re reading it now! Training E-Newsletter – sign up at staff.teenchallengeusa.com iTeenChallenge.org – Staff Training resources … [ read more ]

As we begin a new year I want to share with you a recent David Wilkerson devotional that is relevant to our Teen Challenge ministry. May we be reminded that our mission and strategy for life-transformation both in ourselves and in our students must completely rely on the power of … [ read more ]

Budget Your Discipleship Curriculum Do you just accept the classroom status quo or do you strategically plan your discipleship and budget so that you can work to properly fund that plan? A well thought out plan with solid supporting information is a useful tool that will … [ read more ]

Anxiety and worry! Emotions influence our behavior, our thoughts, and ultimately, our success. Negative emotions can stop us in our tracks. Research shows that negative emotions hinder us in many ways including our ability to think with mental clarity! Consider the following researchon worry and anxiety … [ read more ]

Stewardship “Faithfully managing God’s call and resources” by Karissa McCarter When we think about stewardship, we often think about budgets and taking good care of property and belongings. But as our tagline suggests, there is also the issue of stewarding the call God has entrusted … [ read more ]

In honor of Frank Reynolds’ 90th birthday, celebrated this past Sunday, I want to take the opportunity to share one more brief section from Frank’s book, Is there a God? (pp. 101-102). But God would continue to bring to my attention four simple lessons that had become … [ read more ]

Our friends at Living Free are holding their annual international conference from Oct. 13-15, in beautiful Ozark, MO. This year’s speakers will explore the theme of “Impacting Our Communities,” focusing on uniting the church and community to bring freedom in Christ to those devastated by … [ read more ]

Forgetting someone’s name  is embarrassing, but in ministry it can be disastrous.  Here’s some tips to help you remember the names of the people you meet,  whether they be donors, volunteers, or students. 1. Hear the name. — Concentrate on their name, really hear what … [ read more ]

We are looking forward to the best year ever with Global Internships.  Already this year, we have been able to connect and send 3 interns to Teen Challenge centers. We have more students working to raise money to go overseas this year. There are two … [ read more ]