Malikah’s Story “I thought the day I was held at gunpoint would be the worst day of my life,” Mark said. “But it turned out to be the best day. The day God changed my life for the better.” For years, addiction had taken control of Mark’s life. Relationships were strained. Opportunities slipped away. His…
Malikah’s Story Mother’s Day has a way of bringing everything to the surface. The love we carry for our children. The memories we treasure. The moments we wish we could do over. For some mothers, it is a day of celebration. For others, it is a reminder of how much has been lost and how…
Within hours, everything he had been trying to build collapsed. Just as the world was created in seven days, George was led to his path of redemption in the same amount of time. But before we reveal the succession of signs that led George to Pennsylvania Adult and Teen Challenge (PAATC), it’s important to know…
In this edition: George’s Story, Alumni Testimonies, From our CEO
As Thanksgiving draws near, the halls of Pennsylvania Adult & Teen Challenge (PAATC) fill with the comforting scent of turkey, stuffing, and pies baking in the oven. For our students, these meals are more than a holiday tradition. It’s a taste of home. Because here at PAATC, we do our best to create a sense…
In this edition: Shannon’s Story• Helping to Address Homelessness in Kensington • Expanding To Serve More • Words from Kris • How to Give
The moment that reshaped John’s life The first snowfall of December always reminded John of hope, even when life felt far from it. That first Christmas during his year-long discipleship program at PAATC was one of the most humbling moments of his life. He didn’t have the money to buy gifts for his son, and…
In this edition: Shannon’s Story• Helping to Address Homelessness in Kensington • Expanding To Serve More • Words from Kris • How to Give
Fred grew up on the South Side of Chicago, where gang life surrounded him from a young age. By the time he was in his early teens, he had dropped out of school and became caught up in street life. He ran with gangs, trafficked drugs and guns, and found himself constantly fighting to survive. …
Gary never imagined the path his life would take. He grew up in a loving home with his parents and three older brothers. The youngest of four boys, he had plenty of role models around him. His father was a professional baseball player before later becoming a coach. His cousin, Bill Mazeroski, famously hit the…