Our Vision
To have every child accept his/her worthiness as a beloved child of God, and to live his/her life in accordance to God’s principles. Ultimately, we desire to see lives transformed into the likeness of Christ.
Our Philosophy
We believe that every child is wondrously and uniquely created for God’s special purpose. Every child has the potential to grow and flourish when provided with loving, challenging and an adaptive learning environment.
Our Mission
To serve children who reside at the Newark YMCA, and those who live in the downtown Newark community. We provide children with a safe space where they can learn and grow academically, creatively, socially and spiritually. Our primary goal is character development. Children are taught how to live in a loving and caring community, and are encouraged to find ways to contribute to their own communities.
Our Staff
- Rev. Dr. Glenmore Bembry, Pastor, First Baptist Peddie Memorial Church
- Miss Donnie D. Thurmond, Stepping Stones to Shalom, Director
- Minister Nallely Dickson, Teacher
- Miss Michelle Ogwu, Teacher
- A support staff of high school and university student