News & Stories
What is relational evangelism?
3Story® is the phrase we use to describe how we live in relationship with God and others. We use three circles (our logo) to represent
Meet Jinger!
It is highly likely you’ve already been “introduced” to Jinger Bailey via a text message, reel, or somewhere else on social media. She’s bringing that
Meet Jessica!
Next time you stop by the office, you might notice a new face greeting you at the front desk. Jessica Kesseler is our new Development
Now Hiring: Development & Administrative Coordinator
Thank you for your interest. This position has been filled. Do you love to help leaders make an impact in the lives of youth?
Every kid deserves a grown-up they can trust.
At 18 years old and five months pregnant, Mia has been on her own since she was 13. Her midwife connected her to Bebhinn Horrigan,
Power of Presence
Did you know that the average American teenager spends 3 hours a day on social media? That’s longer than most picture-length films nowadays. If you
WE’RE HIRING: Development Director
Thank you for your interest. This position has been filled. Do you love to help leaders make an impact in the lives of youth? Would
What Happens at Camp Doesn’t Stay at Camp
If you were about to spend several nights in a cabin containing kids with suspicious sock-changing standards and little desire to make the walk to
Looking Forward / Looking Back
Now that one leader has officially passed the baton to the next, we checked in with former Tacoma YFC Executive Director, Bobby Arkills, and new
Mentoring Teen Parents: Natasha’s Story
We’ve heard from Journey and Skye, two local teens navigating early motherhood. They bravely shared their stories, struggles, and joys in their own words. Now
EPISODE 5: The Mental Health of Teenagers
This episode we welcome Dr. Jeni Gregory, mental health therapist and long-time friend of YFC, to talk with us about teen mental health. She tackles
Navigating Teen Motherhood: Journey’s Story
We asked a few moms connected with Parent Life questions about their lives, what motherhood has taught them, and their hopes for the future. Filled
EPISODE 4: What’s Causing the Rise in Teen Suicide?
Long time youth ministry expert, Mark Schaufler, of MST Ministries joins us to tackle the difficult topic of teen suicide. In light of a dramatic
Navigating Teen Motherhood: Skye’s Story
In honor of Mother’s Day, we asked a few moms connected with Parent Life to share about their lives, what motherhood has taught them, and
EPISODE 3: Keeping Teens Engaged in the Church
Join us as we welcome Reese Carlson, author and youth pastor, and Tim Smyth, Tacoma YFC Church Engagement Coordinator, to the show to discuss what
EPISODE 2: What Kids Really Need from Adults
This week we welcome two good friends and fellow youth ministry professionals, Ross Stewart and Katie Davis, of Young Life. We talk about the challenges
EPISODE 1: The Potential of This Generation
On the launch episode of this short run of “This Generation” podcast, our guests are Tim Chavira, Tacoma YFC Community Director, and Heide Maschhoff, Orting
What’s going on in Remann Hall?
After every school and ministry site had fully re-opened and online-only ministries were just memories, the Remann Hall volunteers were still hopping on Zoom calls,
Talking to Teens When Violence Happens
What is the reality we’re facing, where is the hope, and how do we come alongside young people in a way that opens the door
2022 in Review
There is a lot to be thankful. Take a look below at just a few of the highlights of 2022 with Tacoma YFC, from new
