Lamar County Young Life
Young Life is a Christian Ministry that reaches kids in all 50 states and over 100 Countries around the world. For more than 35 years, this outreach ministry has been active in Lamar County. What started as a way to reach out to lost high school students has evolved into four thriving ministries - Young Life, WyldLife, YoungLives and Capernaum. With the help of dedicated volunteer leaders and unwavering community support, we strive to introduce young people to Jesus and guide them in their spiritual growth.
Does it matter?
4 out of 5
Young Life participants
consider Young Life and it's leaders to be a significant influence on their faith.
94%
of volunteer leaders and staff with
Young Life would overwhelmingly recommend their leadership experience to a friend.
Adult Volunteer Leaders
Adults of all ages volunteer to step into kids lives offering friendship and guidance.
Student Leaders
High school students that are living out their faith can become leaders to middle school students.
Mentors and Childcare
Caring adults are needed to step into parenting teens lives as well as volunteer to provide childcare.
IT MATTERS
"Being a Young Life leader has changed my life just as much as it changes theirs."
You Were Made for this
Your story matters, and it can make a difference beyond what you imagine.
Volunteer your time to work directly with young people.
Support the staff and leaders as part of the local adult committee.
Give resources to start or sustain the financial foundation at the local or national level.