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Teen Challenge founder spurred by life change in 1958
The article traces David Wilkerson’s inspiration from a LIFE magazine image of a murder suspect to create Teen Challenge. It notes the first center opened in 1958 and grew to 74 U.S. facilities and 84 centers in 38 countries. The program, rooted in Christian ministry, emphasizes physical, psychological, and spiritual care, with high cure rates and post program work.
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Teen Challenge
David Wilkerson
United States
Life Magazine
New York City
Pennsylvania
Wilkerson
Lord
Ana
Southern California
University of Southern California
Hobart Street
Los Angeles
Southland
Bakersfield
Riverside
Bakersfield Center
Riverside Avenue
Shafter