Testimonials

At Teen Challenge, we love testimonies. In fact, without them, we couldn't have any measure of success. Below you will be able to see first hand the difference Jesus can make in a life through Teen Challenge.

Success Stories

  • Before After
    Gary Bentley

    Gary Bentley came into the Teen Challenge program in 1997 after 18 years of substance abuse and 4 secular rehabilitation centers. After losing everything because of his addictions, he was homeless on the streets of New Orleans.

    Today he is married to Sandy and they are directors of the Mt. Grace Teen Challenge Training Center in Dodson, LA.

  • Before After
    Mike Tamburello

    Mike Tamburello came into the Teen Challenge program in 2004 after 15 years of substance abuse. After graduating from Teen Challenge, Mike finished his internship and began working as a staff member at Ruston teen Challenge before leaving for a year of Bible school.

    Today Mike is married to his lovely wife, Jenny.

  • Before After
    Dustin Henderson

    Dustin Henderson came into the Teen Challenge program in 2004 after several years of substance abuse and drug sales. After being sentenced to jail as a result of his lifestyle, Dustin came to Teen Challenge.

    Today he is married and in Bible school in Dallas, TX.

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How does someone get into the program?

Click Here to see our outline of the steps we require for admission, as well all other pre-entry responsibilities that we place upon the applicant. We also invite you to call the appropriate Induction Center with questions about issues.

Louisiana Residential Centers

New Orleans Teen Challenge (504) 947-7949
Ruston Teen Challenge (318) 254-2830
Mt. Grace Training Center for Men (318) 648-2426
Mt. Grace Women's Center (318) 648-1100
Mary's Song Women's Induction Center (504) 827-9993
Lake Charles Teen Challenge (361) 537-3991

What people are saying

John Ashcroft

" I believe in the work of this great organization. A government funded research project concluded that Teen Challenge has the highest success rate ..."
– John Ashcroft

Ruth Graham

"We have long been aware of the tremendous ministry of Teen Challenge. I consider it a real privilege to endorse this work. Thank God for ..."
– Ruth Graham