What started with a single transformative week at summer camp in 1972 would reshape an entire organization's approach to youth ministry. Verley Sangster and his wife made a decision that seemed impossible to many—leaving their comfortable life in Indiana to move eight children to Chicago's tough west side, all because they believed every kid deserved to experience God's love.
But Verley's story goes far beyond one family's leap of faith. As a pioneering leader who helped grow Young Life's urban ministry from 16 areas to 45 during his tenure, he became the bridge between worlds that often struggled to understand each other. His vision of bringing "the gospel to every kid," not just the easy ones, not just the privileged ones, but truly every single kid, would challenge an organization and inspire a movement that continues today. Discover how one man's unwavering commitment transformed both Young Life and countless young lives across America.