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March 25, 2025

From Shy Teen To Deputy Chief of Staff


Gracie Cooper’s TeenPact Transformation   Gracie Cooper vividly recalls her first TeenPact Four Day State Class. “I was terrified,” she admits, laughing at the memory. “I was really shy. I remember my first mock bill was about raw milk, and I was so nervous to talk about it. TeenPact’s CEO at the time, Mr. Peter […]

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March 25, 2025

From the Desk of the President


From the Desk of the President   Midseason is behind us, and we have just over a month left of State Classes. What a joy it has been to witness firsthand how God is using TeenPact to awaken students’ faith! It’s incredible to see young people come alive—choosing passion over apathy, engaging deeply in their […]

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February 25, 2025

From the Desk of the President


From the Desk of the President   TeenPact Family,   It’s hard to believe, but March 10 marks the midseason of our 2025 State Class programs! Already, a couple of thousands of students have stepped into state capitols across the country, engaging with their government, deepening their faith, and discovering how God is calling them […]

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February 10, 2025

A Before and After Story


From Reluctance to Transformation By Anya Young   When I was 14 or 15, I didn’t want to go to TeenPact because it sounded like school. I begged my parents not to make me go. At that time, I was immature—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Before knowing God personally, I denied who I was and tried […]

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January 28, 2025

A Journey Shaped by TeenPact


A Journey Shaped by TeenPact By Aaron McCurdy God used TeenPact in mighty ways in my life. My career path testimony actually started with TeenPact.   At 15, I attended the Four Day State Class in Florida, where I discovered my passion for law and politics. With encouragement from TeenPact staff, I pursued leadership opportunities, […]

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January 28, 2025

From the Desk of the President


From the Desk of the President We are set up for an outstanding year and are on track to have our biggest and best season to date. I’m so thankful for the vast TeenPact team of volunteers, supporters, and employees, and the opportunities ahead of us to impact lives now and for eternity.    Your […]

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January 23, 2025

Launching Successfully


Preparing for Adulthood: The Journey Starts Long Before 18 By Michelle Myers, Field Director at TeenPact Leadership Schools How can you raise your children to become responsible, independent adults? This may be your aim, but how do you actually do that? As a homeschool mom, I have more opportunities and therefore responsibilities as I prepare […]

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January 20, 2025

The National Convention Bonjour Archive


While running for office at National Convention 2024, the Strozier/Jackson campaign sought to make the Bonjour archive accessible to the TeenPact Nation. Now, you have the opportunity to dive into the Scripture and meditate on God’s word following the guidance of daily devotionals of National Conventions past. Each year features a foreword from a member […]

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November 21, 2024

Empowered to Lead


Summit Ministries Equips TeenPact’s 2025 Traveling Interns with Biblical Worldview Training In July 2024, TeenPact’s 2025 Traveling Intern Team began preparations to lead TeenPact events by attending specialized training at Summit Ministries. Held at Covenant College on Lookout Mountain, Georgia, this two-week experience provided the perfect foundation for the interns as they prepare to lead […]

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November 21, 2024

The Leaders Behind TeenPact’s State Class Program


Interns and Program Directors At the heart of every TeenPact State Class are the remarkable leaders who serve as the driving force behind the week. The 2025 Traveling Intern Team and Program Directors (PDs) are dedicated young men and women who exemplify leadership, service, and Christian discipleship. Once TeenPact students themselves, they have now stepped […]

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November 08, 2024

Back to DC 2024


Much More than a Field Trip In early October, 70 eager TeenPact students gathered in Washington, D.C., for the Alumni Event, Back to DC. Joined by 20 chaperones and 7 TeenPact interns, along with other TeenPact leaders, this event serves as a pivotal opportunity aimed at inspiring and preparing young leaders for service and impact. […]

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November 08, 2024

Equipped for Good Works


Empowering Teens to Live Out Ephesians 2:10 In today’s culture, our teenagers face unprecedented spiritual challenges. Research from George Barna indicates that only about one in three American teens are committed to following Christ, while another third identify as Christians but have yet to make a personal commitment to Jesus. This leaves many young people […]

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October 09, 2024

Elizabeth Albano


A Bittersweet Farewell: Elizabeth Mallicoat Albano Reflects on Her Journey with TeenPact   When Elizabeth Mallicoat, now Elizabeth Albano, first attended a TeenPact Four Day class in 2011 at just 12 years old, she had no idea how much this experience would shape her life. “I didn’t have a personal relationship with the Lord,” she […]

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October 09, 2024

Endeavor 2024


Equipped for Influence: Young Women Reflect on Their Journey at Endeavor This September, Endeavor 2024 brought together 65 young women from across the nation for an incredible week of spiritual growth, practical training, and deepened friendships. Hosted at Ada Lodge in Davis, Oklahoma, Endeavor proved to be an experience that not only provided useful skills […]

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October 09, 2024

Venture 2024


Forging Biblical Leaders: The Impact of TeenPact Venture 2024 This September, 65 students, 8 chaperones/dads, and 18 TeenPact leaders gathered at Fort Bluff in Dayton, Tennessee, for TeenPact’s 2024 Venture program—a week designed to challenge and equip them to live as men of God in today’s world. With a focus on biblical manhood, leadership, and […]

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September 12, 2024

Aryn Rozier: From Student to Director


From Quiet Student to Director of Events: Aryn Young Rozier’s TeenPact Journey and Impact  In the vibrant world of TeenPact, where young leaders are nurtured and empowered, Aryn Young Rozier’s story is a robust example of growth, dedication, and impactful service. What began as a quiet start in 2009 as a student in the One […]

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