Find your purpose. Protect your future.

Giving men hope

Our program is based on the principle that only Christ can grant you the change you seek. Our primary goal is to help each student develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and apply the lessons they learn to every part of their lives.

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Spiritual. Academic. Vocational.

A Program Rooted in Christ

Adult & Teen Challenge Mid America is a long-term residential, faith-based program in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, that ministers to men suffering from drugs, alcohol or other life controlling issues.

Events Calendar

Take the opportunity for change

Adult & Teen Challenge Mid America offers a program, ministry and message that produce our remarkable success rate. Explore our calendar to find an event or service when you can experience the benefits of our program or join our live stream remotely by clicking below.

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The Adult & Teen Challenge Experience

Find out where our touring men's choir will be performing, read our success stories, get news about our program and more by clicking one of the categories below.

Choir
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SERVING CHRIST
THROUGH SONG

Our residents have the opportunity to make a joyful noise, find brotherhood and serve God and their recovery by joining our men's choir.

Thrift Store
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STORE LOCATIONS
SUPERTHRIFT STORE

The Teen Challenge Super Thrift Stores have been voted #1 by People's Choice for several years in a row!

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FIND YOUR PURPOSE.
PROTECT YOUR FUTURE.

To get a better insight into who we are and the ways in which we transform lives

HiSET
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HiSET CURRICULUM
ON CAMPUS

We now offer the HiSET curriculum (formerly GED.) This award-winning, self-paced educational program gives students the skill set and diploma to compete for the high paying, career-building jobs available in today's market.

Our Program
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OUR PROGRAM
RECOVER AND HOPE

There is only one explanation for our high success rate and that is Jesus Christ. Our program is based on the principle that only Christ can truly change a life.

Transition House
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NOW OPEN!
THE BRIDGING HOPE
TRANSITION HOUSE

THE BRIDGING HOPE TRANSITION HOUSE is a new phase of the ministry centered on recent graduates of the 12-month program. Its main focus is facilitating the transition back into the workforce, the local church and the community at large.

NO FEES
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NO FEES!
NOW OR EVER!

ATCMA is pleased to announce that the $500 induction fee is hereby waived for all applicants, effective immediately! It has always been our endeavor to make this program accessible to everyone, so we are glad to announce that we are now accepting all applications, completely free of charge!

2024 SPRING BANQUET
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ATCMA TO HOST SOUTHBOUND!

Adult & Teen Challenge Mid America is pleased to again host SOUTHBOUND on July 10, 2024. SOUTHBOUND is a contemporary southern gospel trio consisting of Clint Brown, Seth J. Elbe, and Jody Braselton. As Grammy and Dove nominated artist and songwriter, Pastor Clint Brown has penned over 500 recorded songs in 13 different languages for many gospel artist today.

Transition House
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THE RESULTS ARE IN!!!

The votes have been tabulated and the community has spoken! Once again, the Adult & Teen Challenge Mid America Thrift Store has been named Best Thrift Store by the Southeast Missourian's 2023 People's Choice Awards. We would like to take a moment to thank all of our customers, donors, and supporters for your continued partnership with the ministry of Adult & Teen Challenge Mid America.