From the Desk of the President

As we enter the final week of our 2025 State Class season, I’m filled with gratitude. What a joy it has been to serve alongside you. I’ve seen, experienced, and heard story after story of God’s faithfulness and power throughout this season. Thank you for pouring into every class, every student, every moment.

As we close this season and prepare for what’s ahead, your prayers are deeply appreciated. Please join me in praying for:

• Well-being and Blessings—For all those serving at State Classes, including students and staff, that they may be strengthened, encouraged, and empowered to finish strong. “The Lord will keep you from all evil; He will keep your life. The Lord will keep your going out and your coming in from this time forth and forevermore.” Psalm 121:7-8 (ESV)
• National Convention – That many students would attend and be strengthened to live boldly for Christ. “Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”  Joshua 1:9 (ESV)
• Our Board and Employees – That they would have wisdom and discernment as they steward this ministry. ““If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.”  James 1:5 (ESV)
• The Foundation Committee – That they would clearly sense God’s direction as they seek His vision for TeenPact’s future. ​​““For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” Jeremiah 29:11 (ESV)
• Eternal Impact – That hearts would remain tender to God’s call and students would resolutely follow Him with boldness. “Speak, Lord, for your servant hears..” 1 Samuel 3:9 (EXV)

As we look ahead to the National Convention and Alumni Events that begin in the summer, I want to leave you with two final quotes that have been on my heart.

First, for anyone standing on the edge of a decision—whether to run for office, try a new sport, or audition for the talent show, or another challenge—let these words from Teddy Roosevelt give you courage and conviction: “The credit belongs to the one in the arena . . . who strives valiantly . . . who at best knows the triumph of achievement and who at worst, if he fails, fails while daring greatly.”

And second, a reminder to live with eternity in view. As missionary Jim Elliot once said: “He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain that which he cannot lose.”

Together for His glory,
Chris May
President & CEO