Younglife's mission is to introduce adolescents to Jesus Christ and help them grow in their faith. We do so by going where students are - the lunchroom, basketball games, the YMCA, etc. In doing so, leaders build relationships with teens in the community and earn the right to be heard and tell them about Jesus.

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Located on the St. Philip's High School & College Campus, our ministry is strategically placed in the heart of the East Side of San Antonio. In addition to the St. Phillip's community, we also serve students at Healy-Murphy High School. SAYL East provides meals, a safe environment, transportation, and clothes. It connects students with resources to meet additional needs as they arise so that kids have every opportunity to thrive and know the love, safety, and presence of God. 

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Through mentorship, we have seen a significant difference in the students' lives. Equipping them with the right tools has spurred generational change in the heart of San Antonio.

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"The needs we meet are to bring our community out of survival mode and give them the ability to catch their breath while exhibiting Godly love through our actions".

 

- Eric Collins

San Antonio East Young Life Area Director