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September 05, 2016

Congress 2016


Congress 2016 opened with a bang, as President of the Senate Zach Kaufman gaveled in the first joint session in the hallowed halls of the Florida Capitol. The fifth TeenPact Congress Session was one of largest ever, with almost 90 students from all over the United States. Students came for a real life legislative experience, […]

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September 01, 2016

Opening Day


Greetings from Richmond,   While growing up in Minnesota a long time ago, one of my favorite days of the year was opening day of baseball. I have always been a fan of the Minnesota Twins, and I remember listening to the 1965 World Series when the Twins lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers in […]

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August 29, 2016

2017 and Beyond


2016 was a great year for TeenPact…     …but 2017 is going to be even better…     Save your spot and register at 12 P.M. EST on Thursday, September 1, 2016!  

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August 15, 2016

Have We Lost Our Bearings?


In a culture that perpetuates adolescence, how do we as Christians navigate what it means to be a “Man”? No doubt this long-asked question is one of the great issues of our time. Yet, regardless of where you turn, society has a different idea what masculinity looks like. In no small way, it seems, our […]

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August 08, 2016

2016 Elected Officials


TeenPact’s 2016 national student body elections were hosted by TeenPact Network News onsite at National Convention 2016.   The following individuals, recognized for their character, charisma, and heart to serve were elected to office by their peers Friday, May 27th, 2016.   Thank you for each being an example of Christ-like, servant leadership.     HOUSE MEMBERS Truett Roberts […]

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August 01, 2016

Overwhelmed with the Lord’s Presence


TeenPact Judicial 2016 was held July 10-16 at Liberty University School of Law. Today we bring you a student testimony written by our friend, Abigail Kent, from Oklahoma.      After returning from TeenPact Judicial, many of my friends have asked, “You went to a law school camp, right?” “How was it?” “What was Judicial like?” […]

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July 29, 2016

This Is Good


On July 10th we welcomed a record-breaking number of students to the beautiful campus of Liberty University. Gathered from over 20 states for this one-of-a-kind intellectual experience, students who attended TeenPact Judicial had an incredible week!       Coming into the week, I didn’t know what to expect. TeenPact Judicial exceeded all expectations. Leaving […]

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July 25, 2016

My Last TeenPact Event


I was doing something I never thought I would have to do. I was on my way to my last TeenPact event.   As I flew into Richmond I grew slightly discouraged. I started questioning myself about the classes that I had attended and even staffed. “Did I actually “change” anyone’s lives? Had I seriously just spent […]

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July 20, 2016

Meet Your 2017 Intern Team!


TeenPact was founded with a mission to train youth to understand the political process, value their liberty, defend the Christian faith, and engage the culture at a time in their lives when, typically, they do not care about such things. This remains our mission today.   From the first State Class in Georgia in 1994 to the […]

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July 11, 2016

Awakening to Our First Love


This fourth installment of our Ministry Distinctives series is written by Class Director Bob Chambers. Bob and his wife Joy are the parents of eight children, many of whom have participated in TeenPact as students and volunteer staff. Mr. Chambers has more than 35 years of pastoral experience and holds a Masters in Theology from Southwestern Seminary. Based in Orlando, FL, […]

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July 04, 2016

We’re Heading to the Capitol!


At Back to DC our family began to understand TeenPact’s mission. Yes, it is a leadership school. Yes, it is a government class. And, yes, it is a lot of fun. But, truly, TeenPact is a ministry of Jesus Christ.” — A parent from Back to DC last year           Hey […]

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June 30, 2016

Hall of Fame – 2016 Inductees


Mr. and Mrs. Cocks have served on the TeenPact Leadership Schools Board of Directors since inception. They have participated and served in various capacities over the years – State Coordinator, Class Director, Treasurer/Accountant, Endeavor Event Director, TeenPact parents, Intern Selection Committee, and much more. Ever present and ever graceful, they have represented TeenPact in many […]

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June 26, 2016

Teamwork + Leadership + Spiritual Growth


I remember it like it was yesterday.   I was fifteen years old. I had been to one State Class, no other Alumni Events. We made the decision to go to TeenPact Survival only hours before the start of the event.   From Portland we drove three hours north. From Seattle, another 9 hours east to […]

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June 13, 2016

The Need for Excellence


This third installment of our Ministry Distinctives series is written by Class Director August Huckabee. August is a former TeenPact intern who spends multiple weeks each spring working with staff teams around the country. When he isn’t class directing, August serves as the Resident and Administrative Director at Worldview at the Abbey – a bridge […]

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June 08, 2016

The Congress Experience


Set the alarm. Go to sleep. It’s been a long work day.   Wake up. Shower. Professional attire.   Breakfast. In hand, The TeenPact Times, your favorite newspaper about the previous day’s goings-on, in and around the session. Oh yeah, the fashion column. Check out President Luke Martin’s shirt/tie combo. Nice. #ThanksFitzpatrick   Check the sunrise. Perfect.   […]

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June 07, 2016

This Week Doesn’t Belong to You


National Convention marks the beginning of our 2016 TeenPact Alumni Event season. As students experience these life-changing events, we will bring you stories of how God is impacting lives. Today we are sharing a National Convention story from our friend, Amani Nelson (Maryland).      Monday, May 23rd, 4:00 a.m.   The anticipation for TeenPact National Convention 2016 had […]

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