Young Life
Genesee County
5083 Miller Road
Suite C
Flint, MI 48507
THE HISTORY OF
YOUNG LIFE
1941
YOUNG LIFE BEGINS IN THE USA
In a town in Texas, at the request of his pastor, a young associate pastor named Jim Raybrun began showing young people how much God cares about them by showing up in their world and sharing the message of God's love through Jesus in ways and words they could understand and relate to.
100+
COUNTRIES WITH YL STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS
Today, Young Life is a global organization with local focus. You'll find Young Life leaders from diverse cultures, nationalities and backgrounds in over 100 countries around the world.
2 million+
YOUNG PEOPLE REACHED BY YL STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS
Whether it's in cities or villages, towns or tower blocks, in countries on every continent, Young Life leaders are working with over two million young people, right in their own neighborhoods.
348,000+
KIDS INVOLVED WEEKLY
Since 1941, Young Life leaders have walked with kids and earned the right to be heard in an exhausting and exciting world. In 2018, 348,000 kids were involved every week all around the world.
LOCAL LEADERSHIP
Sue Owens Frownfelter
AREA DIRECTOR
Graduated from Grand Blanc High School in 1979! My old YL leaders are still my best friends! Work Crew, Silver Cliff, '78!! Pokemon Go is still a GO! Have you honestly ever considered Jesus as the end of your want, want, want?
Laurie Bonventre
AREA ADMINISTRATOR
I have been teaching college English for almost twenty years. I also have a teenage daughter. One of my most exciting adventures was flying in a helicopter UNDER the Golden Gate Bridge.
Cindy Warber
MISSION STAFF
I graduated from Grand Blanc in 1989. I taught science at Swartz Creek for 28 years and now tutor GB students seeking help in academics and faith. My husband, dance, cheering for others, cooking, cats, going to camp, and perfectly placed commas are just some of my favorites things.
Daniel Taneyhill
WYLDLIFE COORDINATOR
Best friends with Coach More Hustle! I lived in Costa Rica & Miami. My family considers pizza a side dish at Thanksgiving. I like to study conspiracy theories. I grew up on a horse farm & had a race horse named Country Strong, I've been to seven different Young Life camps.
Martonio Backstrom
CHURCH PARTNER
Hey there! I'm Martonio Backstrom, a proud husband, and dad to five amazing kids. When I'm not caught up in the beautiful chaos of family life, you'll usually find me getting my sweat on at the gym, or goofing around with my loved ones. And of course, I cherish those quiet moments with Jesus too. I'm all about spreading positivity and shining a light in my family and community by sharing the gospel with those around me, especially the students that I have the privilege of working with. I'm just trying to make the world a little brighter, one smile at a time!
Maryalice Taneyhill
TEACHER STAFF (LAKE FENTON HIGH SCHOOL)
Hi! My name is Maryalice Taneyhill and I’ve been on part time Teacher Staff for six years. I lead YL and work in Lake Fenton as the district librarian. I have been married to Daniel for 12 years and we have two awesome kids, Josephine and IV. I have been so honored to walk alongside so many teenagers and help them grow in their faith. I love Jesus, teenagers, iced coffee, and glitter!
Jenny Gaus Colberg
COMMITTEE CHAIR
I feel privileged to serve in this position. I was a club kid 1974-1976, campaigners, work crew and volunteer leader. In my life journey I have been a wife, mother, middle school teacher and mental health counselor. It is a blessing God has placed me back in YL working to reach kids.
Sponsors
Thank you to all of our Diamond Jubilee sponsors! We are so grateful for the following businesses, friends and families who go out of their way to help us reach every kid with the unconditional love of Jesus. We could not do it without their generous support. We encourage you to tell them thanks for caring for our youth in Genesee County by considering their services when looking for trusted and reliable support. They are part of our family.
Gaines Jewelry
Skaff Furniture
Carpet One
William H.Piper
John & Lisa Koegel
Biggby Coffee - East Howell
