Youth Venture [teen centers]

Skip & Lil Keifer

Administrator — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 23:49:02 +0000

It has been our passion to support Youth Venture since the first one opened in El Cajon. We saw the vision of our Pastors, ‘No child left behind’. We saw the changes in the kids, and we were excited and wanted to get involved. We own our own business so volunteering our time is difficult, but we are able to support Youth Venture financially and by doing fundraisers like the Youth Venture Golf Tournament.

As small business owners we have struggled over the past few years due to the economy, and last year was probably our worst year yet. It was then that Lillian and I decided to give away a percentage of the gross income of Southern Can Telecom, Inc. Sales went up and we had some of the best months that we’ve had in the past 3 years. Then God put in my heart to double that percentage and sales have continued through the months which are normally the slowest months of the year. These are now the best months that we have had in over 3 years!

These young people are our future leaders and so it is to our benefit to give them an opportunity to become productive, God-fearing me and women in our society. Many kids that are part of Youth Venture come from some pretty rough backgrounds where they are left on their own much of the time; they don’t get the attention, guidance or love that every child needs. Youth Venture gives them direction. hope and love…are raising up men and women who truly love the Lord and are making a difference in God’s Kingdom.”

-Skip & Lil Keifer

Message from Jeremy

Administrator — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 21:07:15 +0000

Hello! I hope all is well with you and yours. This last year at Youth Venture has been one of many exciting changes and new opportunities. All around us we see the ministry of Youth Venture growing and reaching out in new ways. At our El Cajon center we have recently built a BMX bike track and rebuilt our skatepark. These changes have brought in new kids and created a new avenue of ministry at Youth Venture. Giving these kids a safe, fun place to bike and skateboard, we have created the opportunity to build relationships with these kids and introduce them to Jesus. All around us we see changes like this taking place and new opportunities opening up. Time doesn’t allow me to go into detail on the many other remarkable things happening at Youth Venture but I am very excited and humbled to be a part of it and am very grateful for your partnership in this ministry.

Jeremy Miller

Director of Operations

Site Director, Lakeside

Shane Blafield

Administrator — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 20:54:54 +0000

“Growing up I had many problems at home. My older brother would get angry and leave for a while and my parents were always fighting. It was really confusing so I didn’t think much of it. Around age ten or so I started realizing my mom was an alcoholic. When I was twelve years old my parents got divorced. My heart was crushed and questions stirred in my mind as my mother’s drinking problem got worse and worse. Would her life be easier without me? Would they get back together if I wasn‘t here? My mom began to blame her drinking on us. “You’re driving me to drink!” she would say.

In seventh grade, a good friend who is still my best friend introduced me to Youth Venture. My first day there I met some awesome people who showed me love that I didn’t have and that I thought I didn’t deserve. I started doing Youth Venture lessons and LOVED them!! I couldn’t stop. I gave my life to Jesus on my third lesson with a mentor named Kevin Miller.

From that point on I was completely changed. I started going to church regularly and began getting involved. At first I went by myself, but eventually I tricked my dad and my brother into going and they were soon both saved. I invited my mom to the Strength Team Crusade and she gave her life to Christ in the altar call!! Just a short time later my mom passed away due to alcohol. I thank God that by His grace she gave her life to Christ and is now in heaven with Him.

Now I am a senior at Foothills High School, I lead a high school small group Bible study, I am a helper for a junior high group, I help with kid’s church, and I lead worship several times a week. All of this was because of Youth Venture. The influence of Youth Venture has reached beyond me into the lives of my brothers, my dad, and my mom.

If it were not for Youth Venture I would not be where I am today; I would not have the influences and friends I have in my life today.”

Reserve your spot for $10!

Administrator — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 13:42:49 +0000

Youth Venture Golf Tournament – Reservation

Golf Package Includes:- Green fees, cart, player’s package- Buffet lunch- Awards- Plus Raffle & Live Auction with many fine products