About 10 years ago, a vision of outreach, acceptance, and discipleship for the youth of Ephrata began to evolve at Ephrata Mennonite Church. One evening in September 2000, nearly 150 youth appeared in the EMC parking lot after they had been kicked out of the Cloister Shopping Center (a favorite hangout for teens). The congregation chose to welcome them, viewing it as an opportunity to minister rather than as a nuisance.
Since then, God has continued to bless the ministry in many ways. The name "TNT Youth Ministries" (Thursday Night Thing) was chosen for the outreach because it began as a hangout night on Thursday evenings. The goal was to break down the walls of pain and hurt by sharing Christ's love with the youth. The ministry soon expanded to Bible studies, retreats, Concerts, and ministering in the local schools. Because it is no longer just a Thursday Night Thing, TNT now stands for
"TEENS NEED TRUTH."
"...and pray for us too, that God may open a door for our message..." Colossians 4:3
AWAKENING, Youth Revival 2009
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EXTREME EVENT 2009
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