Program

Appalachian Teen Challenge is a 12 to 14 month residential training school for young men and women 18 years and up. The program offers discipleship training, which includes Bible based topical studies, so that the students learn to function as Christians in society. It is through these Biblical principles and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ that our students are able to overcome their life controlling problems, such as alcohol and/or drug addiction, anger management, etc.

These principles also help students strengthen their relationships with family and develop into emotionally balanced, socially adjusted, and spiritually alive individuals. The students are introduced to their loving and gracious personal Savior, Jesus Christ.

The ministry is one of evangelism and outreach. By sharing their personal testimonies on street-witnessing teams, students give hope to others. Also, choir and evangelism teams visit churches to share the good news that Jesus Christ changes lives.

“Not only does Teen Challenge help our young people deal with their substance abuse, but is also gives our kids something to live for—a relationship with God, a healthy self-esteem, and a direction in their lives that finally leads somewhere.”
“ It’s going to take the all-out commitment of concerned citizens like you and me to help turn the tide of drug abuse among our kids, but for Teen Challenge to help we need your help now more than ever. A wise person once said that God’s reward for a job well done is that He always gives us a bigger job to do. We have that bigger job, and with your generosity we’ll help more of America’s youth than ever before.”
“ I sincerely appreciate your efforts to reach and rehabilitate the many young people who have, at present, no hope in life. The ministry and dedication of Teen Challenge deserve the commendation of every citizen.”
- President Ronald Reagan

Testimonies of Lives Changed

Our latest testimonies from Teen Challenge!