Returning to Shenandoah Valley Teen Challenge

As I sit down with my cup of coffee this morning, I'm filled with gratitude and anticipation for this new season that Ashley and I are stepping into. After many years away, we are returning to Shenandoah Valley Adult Teen Challenge, a place where our hearts have always remained rooted.
Our journey began over a decade ago when we first served at SVATC from 2007 to 2019. The people we met, the lives we saw transformed, and God's power to restore made our time there unforgettable. Now, coming back as Directors, we're reminded that God's plans often come full circle.
For those who don't know us well yet, let me share a little about our story. I'm currently the pastor at Brookside Church in Middletown, VA. I also host the "Rebuilding Life After Addiction" podcast, where I share my journey as a former addict turned pastor. I want every person to know that their past does not limit their future.
Ashley, my wife and graduate of Christ for the Nations Institute, is a passionate advocate for raising Godly children and supporting vulnerable kids through foster care and adoption. Since 2020, we have been blessed to welcome children into our home as committed foster and adoptive parents, all while homeschooling our four beautiful daughters.
Returning to SVATC is not just a career move; it's a calling. The lives transformed by Christ through the ministry have forever left a mark on our hearts, and we believe God has called us back to continue that legacy.
We hope to build on the work accomplished by my Dad and pave the way for more stories of redemption and freedom.
As we step out, we are incredibly thankful for all your prayers and support.
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Your support and prayers mean the world to us as we walk together in Christ.
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About the Author
Justin Franich
Justin is Executive Director of Shenandoah Valley Teen Challenge with 20+ years helping families navigate the journey from addiction to restoration. Learn more.
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