Stepping into new experiences can be scary. That’s exactly how Samantha Ehrenberg felt the first time she attended a Four Day State Class. She was shy, nervous, and kept asking herself: Did I really want to be here? But she took a step anyway. “I asked a girl to sign my box game and […]
Read PostIn a world full of noise, it’s easy to believe that impact is measured by what can be seen—numbers, recognition, influence, success. But those markers, while compelling in the moment, are poor measures of what truly matters. They fade. They shift. They end. What lasts is the impact on people. At TeenPact, it […]
Read PostTeenPact is often described by what it teaches—discipleship, civics, servant leadership. Those words are accurate, but they are incomplete. What stays with students long after the schedules and sessions fade is something quieter and more enduring: formation shaped by attention, which communicates value. Being Seen Made All the Difference Alexia Karis Smith was […]
Read PostIt usually starts the same way. On Monday, a classroom fills with students who don’t yet know each other. Earlier, a group of young leaders arrive, carrying supplies and purposefully setting the room for the week ahead. Everyone has worked hard before the week even begins, but there’s also anticipatory energy in the air. […]
Read PostHesitant Beginnings and First Spark When Nate Brezina first came to TeenPact at 14, he was nervous and unsure. “I didn’t want to engage with the program,” he recalls. Like many teens, he wasn’t sure what to expect and felt hesitant to put himself out there. But even that first reluctant step began a journey […]
Read PostFinding Genuine Community in an Age of Digital Connection High schoolers today inhabit a strange tension: they are endlessly connected yet still searching for places where they can be known in ways that feel real. Text threads and social media feeds offer companionship on demand, but genuine community—the kind that welcomes questions, respects convictions, and […]
Read PostMajor Jon Abel serves as a Space Plans Officer with the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing. He assists coordinate operations across Japan and the Indo-Pacific theater, leads and mentors others, and advises decision makers. He and his wife, Kimberly, have a growing family, and they actively participate in their church while exploring God’s creation together. Behind […]
Read PostA First Step Into the Unknown Abigail Hendrick’s first TeenPact State Class began in Mississippi, where she and her brother, along with friends, attended the One Day class. She had never heard of TeenPact before. As soon as she stepped into the room, she was greeted by cheerful staffers asking for her name and giving […]
Read PostRyan Fraser remembers the night clearly. He was a teenager at a TeenPact camp, surrounded by peers. Ryan recalls, “A fellow student asked to pray for him and a situation he was facing. The request caught me off guard. I had no wisdom and no words.” But he began to pray anyway. “I felt verses […]
Read Post“Don’t use college just to ‘figure things out.” This is Caleb Spencer’s advice to high school and college students. “Pick a degree that leads to a specific industry entry point, and while you’re at it, get out in your local community. Volunteer. Work on campaigns. Those experiences will help you figure out what you’re called […]
Read PostTwo years ago, Jordan stood at the podium at TeenPact’s National Convention, preparing to share his testimony. The room was full of students where he had once sat–uncertain, curious, and wondering what they could accomplish. In his story, Jordan shared how God had rescued and transformed him, using TeenPact as a key instrument, through […]
Read PostIf you’ve ever watched an episode of The Chosen, you’ve likely been moved by its powerful portrayal of Jesus’ life. Look closely at the credits, and you’ll see a name that might surprise you—Noah Diaz. But before stepping onto that set as an intern, Noah’s faith and leadership journey was already well underway, rooted […]
Read PostI couldn’t be more excited about what God is doing through TeenPact! I’m filled with awe as I watch Him awaken young people’s faith and inspire them to live boldly for Christ and others. Thank you for your faithful partnership in this mission. God is using members of the body of Christ—like you—to impact […]
Read PostSeated just feet from the nine Justices of the United States Supreme Court, Drew Waldbeser felt the weight of the moment. The courtroom was quiet, focused, and intimate, with the podium only steps from the bench. Justices fired questions from both ends of the room. Though Drew wasn’t the one delivering the argument that day, […]
Read PostNathan Baber’s path has been marked by unexpected twists, moments of uncertainty, and steady growth–both personally and professionally. While his journey began in the halls of TeenPact’s programs as a 15-year-old high school student, it has since woven through leadership roles at the University of Texas at Tyler, challenging career turns, and a meaningful position […]
Read PostLast month we launched our Alumni Event season at National Convention, where we challenged students to Be Bold—grounded in truth, fueled by the Spirit, walking by faith, and working through love. Now, even as the TeenPact employees diligently prepare for the 2026 State Class season, we are excited about hosting Alumni Events throughout the […]
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