SHINING HOPE to the next generation
We are the next generation and we are ready to RISE UP.
We are ready to stand together in truth. Encourage one another in love. We see the need around us and it continues to worsen. So we want to help.
We want to see improved health and wellness for our friends, our family, and the young ones coming behind us. It's a new world that's still changing fast and we need better support, more education and we need to discover The Living Light.
I am the Light of the World. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life. - Jesus
Believe and Be Light
For at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light" - Jesus (Ephesians 5:8)
We are a church on the move, directly engaged in our community, passionate to live out Jesus' teachings and share God's love to those around us. Together, we shine a light of love and hope to ensure no one walks through life in darkness. We are dedicated to providing hope through essential supplies and community outreach.
Jesus says, “For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me… Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’” - Matthew 25:35-40
Important Needs of Youth
in Our Community
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Poverty: Vulnerable people seeking assistance, basic necessities and essential aid. As of 2024, roughly 2.5 million children live in food-insecure households.
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Rising Unemployment: Youth unemployment has escalated, reaching 13.8% in March 2026. Many young people find themselves "over-credentialed but underutilized."
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Mental Health Crisis: Approximately 1 in 5 Canadian youth (20%) now has a diagnosable mental health condition. Wait times for care often exceed acceptable limits. Surveys of Ontario students in grades 7–12 found that 18% (roughly one in six) had serious thoughts about suicide in the past year. 25% to 36% of people identifying at LGBTQ+ report suicidal ideation in the past 12 months
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Absense of Faith, Purpose and Motivation: Suicide remains the second leading cause of death for those aged 15–34. Since the dawn of new technology, youth suicides in the U.S. increased steadily from 1999 to 2021, going from 3,901 deaths per year to 7,126. It jumped from 9.7 per 100,000 in 2007, to 14.5 per 100,000 in 2017 - 10 years after the release of the first iPhone.
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Digital Addiction: Unhealthy daily screen time, phone addiction, social media addiction, p*rnography addiction and self-sexual-exploitation. Youth spend an average of 5.2 hours per day on their phones, while research shows screen time above 2 hours per day causes significant mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, loneliness, insomnia and suicidal thoughts.
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Online Harms & Cyberbullying: Reports of online sexual exploitation have surged, and online sexual luring reports increased by over 800% between 2019 and 2024. Roughly 25% of youth report being cyberbullied, which is uniquely damaging because it is often impossible for victims to escape.
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Human Trafficking: Currently, there is an estimated 2,000,000 children currently being sex trafficked. Sex trafficking is a $150.2 billion illicit industry - the fastest growing crime, with the internet playing a crucial & explosive aid. There has been 22 million child p*rn images uploaded to the internet in just 1 year. A 5000% increase in the last 5 years.
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Sexual Distortion: In 2025, approximately 1 in 10 youth in Canada aged 15 to 24 (10.5%) identified as 2SLGBTQ+. This represents a significantly larger share than any other age group in the country. Ages 25-64 is just 4.1% and ages 65+ is only 1.3%.
While 2SLGBTQ+ youth are estimated to make up 10% of the general youth population, they account for approximately 25% to 40% of youth experiencing homelessness.
Sources: Children First Canada, Statistics Canada, The Globe and Mail, Center for Suicide Prevention, Canadian Mental Health Association.
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Youth Impact
1 in 5 youth live with a mental health condition. 1 in 6 youth have had serious thoughts about suicide.
Youth Mental Health
& Personal Device Use
The mental health of our youth is a critical priority. These statistics highlight the urgent need for compassionate intervention and community-led support systems.
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screen time hours
Youth average 5.2 hours per day of screen time. The healthy recommendation is 2 or less.
25%
cyberbullying
25% of youth report being cyberbullied.
800%
sexual exploitation
Online sexual luring reports were up by over 800% from 2019 and 2024.
How We Can Help
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Sharing Truth, Hope and the Love of Christ
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Organizing public religious gatherings, small groups, and outreach events.
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Sharing Christian teachings through in-person events, mentorship, and digital platforms.
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Providing spiritual guidance and support to members of the public interested in learning about the Christian faith.
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Helping Individuals in Critical Need
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Collection & distribution of essential items like food, clothing and sanitary supplies.
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referrals to community resources, including shelters, food banks, therapy and healthcare services.
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Hosting Awareness Events and aiding registered charities with funds and volunteers to support their human trafficking and poverty relief programs.
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Launching programs such as food banks, clothing lofts and meal services.
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Equipping Our Generation to Navigate the New & Ever-Changing World of Technology with a Focus on Health & Wellness.
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Developing and providing education to youth via seminars, presentations and online videos.
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Developing programs that educate, train and equip youth with the tools and support they need to have healthy relationships with their personal devices, social media and web content.
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Providing mentorship and guidance programs focused on skill development, education, forming & maintaining healthy habits and providing accountability. Individuals in need of therapy will be referred to the appropriate registered therapy organizations.
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Combatting loneliness & depression by promoting and providing healthy activities for youth and young people to have the opportunity for more face-to-face relationships, new friendships, physical activity and fun outdoors.
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Device Health Strategy
Equipping you with the education and tools you need to have a healthy relationship with your devices while staying productive and free from destructive content.
Stopping the Supply and Demand of Harmful Sex Content.
Let's put an end to the devastating rise of this degrading behaviour effecting both males and females which has gradually become a silent societal norm - a hidden virus that keeps spreading.
It's time to drag it into the light.
Supporting Established Charities in the Fight Against Trafficking, Homelessness and Poverty
We foster community growth and shared knowledge by partnering with dedicated organizations to amplify our collective impact and build a brighter future for all.
Updates in Our Community
Stay connected with our latest stories of faith, community outreach milestones, and the shining hope we bring across the generation.
