From the very beginning in 2005 this ministry was specifically targeted to what you might call the "at-risk" or "troubled" youth wandering around the downtown area. We specifically target them because we believe that no one else is and that they will never hear about Christ's love and sacrifice for them unless we bring that news to them. To do that, we use the model that Christ used when ministering to people: accepting them exactly where they were (bad habits and all), and offering them redeption through a relationship with Himself. Jesus does not clean people up before He loves them. Their relationship with Him changes their hearts. Our mission is to introduce these teens to Christ and then let Him change them from the inside out. It is a slow and often a rocky road but is ultimately the change is authentic. "The Garage" is not a traditional church youth group. While the message is the same the kids are not. See the video
Youth For Christ is our "parent" organization. We are honored to belong to an organization that has such a long history of reaching teens with the Gospel of Jesus Christ in creative and effective ways.
Visit the national YFC site for more info.
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Volunteer Training:
Each spring training is offered for people interested in learning more about serving at the Garage. No commitment is required to participate in training. We would love to have you. Our next volunteer training class will be March 5th through June 25th, 2012. Class meets on Monday nights at 7 pm in our office in Wadsworth.
This is an excellent opportunity to learn "The Garage DNA" and how God has wired you to serve. You will get to visit each ministry site and work through a variety of topics.
If you are interested in more details, please contact Lou Fister. 330-608-7622 or lou.fister@gmail.com
The Garage - A fun club atmosphere where teens interact with each other and qualified volunteers. They enjoy games, food, and lessons where they are encouraged to think critically about life choices and issues of faith in Jesus Christ.
LHGH - (Life Hurts God Heals) is a small group format of care and acceptance for teens struggling with pain or addiction. This step program teaches healing and freedom through accountability with others and a relationship with Jesus Christ
Teen Moms - provides support for teen girls before and after the birth of their baby.
It is designed to help teen mothers in the physical and emotional challenges of their daily lives, and to introduce them to new life in Jesus Christ.
The Door- is cafe style outreach for the teens in Wadsworth. We provide free food, a computer lab, good conversation and a safe place for kids to hang out. Volunteers Needed!
Beeteem Sports - is our pro-shop. Parts and service for skate boards and BMX bikes. Your patronage helps to support the ministries of YFC Wadsworth. 330-813-1845 126 N. Pardee St. Wadsworth
Discipleship Groups - are the most organic part of this ministry. They happen as teens and mentors come together for learning and encouragment in their daily walk with Jesus and gentle coaching in their life choices.
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Each year we make a new T-Shirt. This year our shirt is designed to remind that this ministry accepts our kids in their "Hazardous" state. You can order online.
