First Comes Camp, Then Comes Marriage…
By: Stephanie Ziebarth Barnabas Mentor Coordinator Aside from admiring his dodgeball prowess, Carly Erisman did not consider Juan Grazette as anything more than a friend during their first few…
The Bridge Principle
By: Kaleb Jentzsch Associate Director of CIA Picture a bridge. Yes, they come in many shapes and sizes but picture any bridge you want. Perhaps an old wooden covered…
A Reason to Celebrate
Rachel Shively Director of the 4.12 Leadership Training Program When you think of graduation ceremonies, you probably think of photos, decorations, certificates, tears, and all things sentimental. While each…
Celebrating and Dedicating the Welcome Center!
By Aaron E. Ziebarth, Executive Director There’s nothing like a great celebration! In my 19 years at Joy El I can point to many times of celebration. Every Friday…
How Do I Know?
By: Jan Diaz Director of Bible Adventure “How do I know if I’m going to Heaven?” The fifth grade student was intently watching and listening as we made words…
Vision Brought to Life
By: Aaron Ziebarth Executive Director Since the first onsite building was constructed in 1974, God has proven Himself faithful, and He has used Joy El to provide opportunities for…
Developing Biblical Convictions
By: Jordan Wheeler 4.12 Leadership Training Program Coordinator Research show that developing a biblical worldview impacts how individuals live. At some point, we need to stop and ask the…
Ready to Get Involved
By: Courtney Martin Program Director We have been so blessed by the warmer spring weather that we have seen. It is so nice to be back outside and enjoy…
She Just Wanted to Belong
By: Brenda Brazee Assistant Director of Bible Adventure/CIA Cathy, the School Coordinator from Providence’s Bible Adventure, shared with me they had two new 3rd graders join their Bible Adventure. She said…
Training the Next Generation
By: Lois Ann Glessner Bible Adventure Training and Curriculum Coordinator Our recent training for Bible Adventure and CIA focused on ideas to help students begin a relationship with Jesus. …