I was a resident at Teen Challenge in 2008 and wanted to express my gratitude. After going to jail and being sent to the program, I was only there for a few weeks before leaving to be homeless. But during that time, the fellowship with the other men and their words left a profound impression on me. The food was good and the bed was soft—it was a truly pivotal moment. Even now, with my life being so different, I am grateful for the help I received. God opened my eyes a lot during that time, and I want to thank Teen Challenge for the support.

One of my close friends had been struggling with addiction for a long time & didn’t know how to cope with it. He had tried to get help but would fall off & back into old habits cause nothing seemed to work but back in 2021 he sought help from ATCMD, worked on himself, work through things and I can say this is the happiest I’ve seen him. He’s nurtured amazing friendships, strengthened his relationship with God & focusing on his growth but also helping other individuals who need guidance as well. I’m honestly happy to see him in this new head space & it gives me so much peace knowing that finding ATCMD was the best thing that happened to him. So, many thanks to them and to anyone thinking about reaching out to the organization, GO FOR IT!!

I’ve personally seen many lives transformed by the grace of God here, taken from the pits of their past and placed in positions of honor and agency to give back. TC is family to us at New Song Community Church!