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The C Diamond C Youth Ranch has become a program of Youth Direct Ministries
Following a unanimous vote of the Youth Direct Board of Directors, Chairman Tony Pack said, "This is a great opportunity to reach more youth with the life changing message of Christ. The youth ranch has much promise and potential and is a welcome addition to Youth Direct.” The 140 acre ranch, created by Gary Clay, is situated near Angel Fire New Mexico, an area near mountains, lakes, streams and forests. With 35 horses, the youth will ride, hike, and camp in 10,000 acres of wilderness adjacent to the camp. Gary says “The ranch has multiple buildings including a bunk house, a main house with a commercial kitchen, 800 square foot decks with a stunning view of the surrounding Sangre de Christo Mountains, a guest house, a manager’s house, a lodge, and 4 arenas including a roping equestrian arena, a large lighted round arena, stalls for 10 horses, and a barn.” The majesty of “God’s country” is a perfect setting for the youth who will come to encounter the Gospel, learn valuable life and social skills, and be guided by staff, mentors, and dedicated volunteers. Executive Director Bill Perdue says “Plans to expand housing and the development of a unique curriculum will impact at risk youth from Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Texas. The boys, from 13 – 17 years old ,will have a life changing experience at the ranch that will put them on a path of civic responsibility and spiritual reliability. God has put this professional team together.” C Diamond C Youth Ranch Founder and President Gary Clay is a Master Horseman and Equine Therapy will be central to the program. Don Smarto adds, “This strategic alliance is a strong relationship that will benefit many youth who have lost their way and need sound structure, affirmation, encouragement, and life skills. Being a Christ centered program is central to the success of the C Diamond C Youth Ranch. We welcome Bill and Gary to our team!
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Don
will speak in churches, juvenile facilities, schools, jails,
and drug programs in over 18 Pennsylvania cities in April.
Coordinated by Wayne Benjamin (Youth Direct Volunteer of the
Year 2009) this will be his eleventh straight year. In addition
to sermons and banquet messages, Don will present his informative
Civil War Presentation in a Civil War museum, his stimulating
Writing Seminar in an alternative school and juvenile detention
center, and his Stress Management Seminar to prison ministry
volunteers and leaders. Don will speak and train as often
as five times a day for the nine days of his tour. Prayers
for safe travel, health, and a strong speaking voice are requested.
COSICANNA
FACILITY May 22nd
The
radio ministry of Youth Direct has produced 1000 programs.
Many wonderful guests have been interviewed. Now, some of
the best programs are available on CD at very reasonable prices.
From interviews with Josh McDowall talking about why youth
are not accepting basic church doctrine, to Dr. Jim Denison
discussing the real threats from radical Islam, and Judge
Grace Lewis reflecting on the origins of crime, plus many
more guests and subjects, these CDs will be a significant
addition to your library. Redeem your commute time in traffic,
listen from your PC or I Pod on a plane trip, or play at home
for spiritual growth and information. The interviews are lively
and engaging and filled with useful facts. Whether you are
a student, pastor, or parent, there is something for everyone
in these recordings. Each CD is only $5.00 (plus shipping
& handling)
Don
Smarto has presented his testimony with unique visuals to
over 100,000 people in churches and schools across America.
Now, for the first time, this dynamic presentation The Youngest
Brother is available on DVD. This digitally mastered program
includes sound effects, music, and 500 photos, some seen for
the first time. This is a powerful, true story that has received
critical acclaim. The DVD is a great companion to the book
Family Secrets and the Audio Book, too. Don is an expert storyteller
and delivers this presentation with captivating facts and
Biblical applications. Share this modern day parable with
your teens, in a church group, or in a Christian school. Go
to Resources to get your copy today. The PG Rating advises
parents that some themes and visuals may not be acceptable
for small children.
Juvenile
Detention in Tarrant County, Fort Worth, Texas has extended
an invitation to Youth Direct. Chaplain Mike Brown is coordinating
this event with new staff member Kevin Cook. More information
including directions will be available, soon. Mark the date
in your calendar.
NEW
LANYARDS
The
ministry has two new resources for our volunteers, a Bible
laminated bookmark with MINISTRY STANDARDS on one side and
SECURITY GUIDELINES on the reverse side. Also new is the SCRIPTURES
FOR SALVATION bookmark with important themes for teenagers
on the reverse side. Volunteers may keep these valuable resources
or purchase additional copies at cost.
Don
has created a new seminar Planning Adult & Juvenile
Reentry. This dynamic Powerpoint incorporates the
latest research and Don's personal travels to view over 200
aftercare programs in 25 states. 
As
a public service to schools, community groups, PTAs, and churches,
Don is offering an important and new Powerpoint seminars The
Dangers of Technology. After an enthusiastic reception
to this seminar in Pennsylvania, it became obvious that the
information in this seminar is essential for parents and grandparents.
The
Excellence in Media Award (Angel Award TM) was given to the
book Mended by God; The Tony Pack Story. Accepting the 2009
Silver Angel honor was the book's author, Don Smarto. 
Don’s
new book MENDED BY GOD is an inspirational story of a near
fatal accident and the courage and faith his family demonstrated
as they went through a roller coaster of emotions. 
This
new book by Don Smarto is a practical manual for mentoring
troubled and delinquent youth. The book has 51 separate subject
headings with applications for adult mentors. The book is
265 pages.
Billy
Graham 
Charles
Colson 
Josh
McDowell 
