“My heart and vision are to redeem the word ‘Urban’. Most of the world, especially when referring to teenagers, describe an “urban kid” as poor, from a bad home and a person who is in constant desperate need. I believe the name Urban Saint(s) is redemptive, loving on every kid here in the NYC, regardless of their socio-economic status, nationality, gender or ability. Our Hope and Challenge is to love kids they way Jesus loves us, fervently, without prejudice or any reserve. In order to do this well, we invite YOU, our community, to join in and partner with us to make this dream a very possible reality.”

-Ilze Gideons, Youth Pastor