Who we are

Madison County Young Life is a Christian ministry that reaches out to teens in Madison County. We go to where teens are on their turf, build bridges of friendships, and earn the right to be heard in their lives as mentors and friends. It is on the foundation of these friendships that we are able to share the story of Jesus Christ with teenagers.

Our Mission:

To introduce adolescents to Jesus Christ and help them grow in their faith.

we accomplish this by:

  • Praying for young people.

  • Going where kids are and building personal relationships with them.

  • Earning the right to share the good news of Jesus Christ.

  • Providing fun, adventurous, life-changing and skill-building experiences.

  • Inviting kids to personally respond to the good news and walking in friendship with them regardless of their response.

  • Preparing kids for a lifelong relationship with Christ and a love for His Word, His mission and the local church.

  • Working in community alongside like-minded adults (volunteer leaders, committee members, donors and staff).

Our Values

The Gospel

Living according to and communicating the whole gospel of Jesus Christ.

Scripture

Acting under the authority of Scripture and relying on the Holy Spirit to empower our ministry.

All Kids

Reaching adolescents of every ability and all economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds through innovative approaches.

Ecumenical

Collaborating with followers of Christ from various traditions and local churches worldwide.

Diversity

Welcoming those whom God calls to our mission — men and women of all ethnicities and abilities who are committed to the common purpose of introducing adolescents to Jesus Christ and helping them grow in their faith.

Stewardship

Observing the highest standards of stewardship of all the resources placed in our trust.

Health

Encouraging our staff and volunteers in their personal and spiritual health so we may minister out of a consistent and growing relationship with Christ and His followers.