Court Service Programs
"Our court service programs aim to bring hope and support to the youth of Elkhart through the gospel of Jesus! The focus is on building relationships, encouraging open dialogue, and providing a foundation for continued connection once the youth return to their communities. The programs have fostered environments where students feel comfortable sharing their struggles, supporting each other, and growing in their faith."
VISITS TO THE JUVENILE
DETENTION CENTER
Starting in February of 2024, Lifeline began visiting the youth at the Elkhart Juvenile Detention Center once a week! Our mission is to ignite hope in the hearts of these students through the power of the gospel of Jesus!
During our visit we play games in the gym, share a lesson about Jesus, followed by small group time, and have fun activities. The goal of each activity is to connect with the students and build relationships that will hopefully continue at Lifeline when they return to the community.
Teen Diversion Program
The REALINE Teen Diversion Program is a partnership between RETA and Lifeline Youth Ministries to provide teens with a safe, supportive environment where they can build healthy relationships, coping skills, and confidence through a variety of different built-in programs, which include:
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Mental health support
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Trauma-informed care
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Faith-based mentorship
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After-school activities
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Life skills development
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Relationship building
REALINE meets on Monday-Thursday after school until 6 pm at Lifeline Youth Ministries.
Parents or guardians attend their own weekly program on Thursdays from 4:30-5:45 pm to reinforce the same concepts teens are learning to help their families.
