Dr. John Utley
Interim Executive Director
Julian Braudaway
Ronnie Paramo
Intake Coordinator
Kitchen Manager
Dr. John Utley serves as the Interim Executive Director of Adult and Teen Challenge Dallas, bringing with him over three decades of ministry leadership and a deep commitment to transformational Christian service. Dr. Utley holds a Doctorate in Strategic Christian Ministry from Liberty University, complementing his extensive pastoral experience in both Arkansas and Indiana.
Throughout his career, Dr. Utley has played a pivotal role in the Teen Challenge ministry. He has served as President of the State Board of Teen Challenge in Indiana, served on the board of North Central Indiana Teen Challenge, and provided steady leadership as Interim Director for Northern Indiana Teen Challenge during a period of significant transition. His dedication to mentoring staff and students has left a lasting impact, with years spent coaching, developing, and empowering leaders within the ministry.
Steven Morris
Lawn Care Manager
Steven recently joined us after completing and serving at a program in Tennessee. God has drastically changed his life and his servant heart is a blessing as he helps others have a life changing experience.
Jordan Schrock
Work Crew Manager
Jordan has been on staff with Adult and Teen Challenge since October of 2022 following his completion of the program. He manages the work-therapy aspect part of the program. This includes placement of students in various suitable roles, coordinating with potential clients, and those needing help. He also equips teams with instructions, materials, and transportation to complete their assignments. The students work three and a half days a week in various capacities. This helps teach biblical discipline, work ethic, and interpersonal skills while raising revenue to help cover their program expenses.
Jason Barrett
Development Director
Jason is currently serving as the Development Director. He is a graduate of Teen Challenge of Dallas in 2002. He went on to graduate the Teen Challenge staff training school in Jacksonville Florida in 2004. He served as the Public Relations Director for Teen Challenge boys home in Pennsylvania for 2 years. He has been married since 2007 and has 3 children. He holds an Associates Degree in Christian Ministries and is currently taking classes to be credentialed with the Assemblies of God.
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Larry Marable
Mentor
Larry serves as a mentor and teacher to the men going through the ministry. He has worked in the field of mental health and chemical dependency for over 25 years. He has a passion to see mens lives transformed to serve the living God.
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