Does it matter?
Young Life doesn't start with a program.
It starts with adults who are concerned enough about kids to go to them, on their turf and in their culture, building bridges of authentic friendship.
These relationships don't happen overnight — they take time, patience, trust and consistency.
Since 2001, Young Life has been an active ministry in the Cloquet area. Volunteer leaders are made up of working professionals from the Cloquet and Duluth area. There is one full time staff member, two part time staff members, and a committee of about ten local members.
Every student needs hope. But statistics tell us that only 1 out of every 5 students in this area even think about attending church. We believe Jesus is hope in a broken world - so we reach out to students with the purpose of introducing them to His love.
Does it matter?
KATIE FEILEN
AREA DIRECTOR
(763) 402-4002
Katie was first introduced to Young Life during her time at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. It was there that she heard the gospel in a way that was completely new and life-changing. Since then, she's served on Summer Staff at Castaway Club, volunteered as a Young Life leader, and served on Committee - including a year as Committee chair - before moving to Cloquet to start her role as Area Director in 2025
MAGGIE STEVENS
ADMINISTRATOR
(218) 380-2587
Maggie has been a youth leader with Young Life since 2020, and has been involved in several area organizations featuring youth connections. She stepped into the administrator role in 2024, and enjoys how even helping students fill out camp paperwork can be an opportunity for ministry.
She lives in Cloquet with her husband Jake and daughter Claire.
LIZ POINTS
WYLDLIFE DIRECTOR
(763) 486-0622
Liz has been leading with Young Life since 2014, and felt called to step into Wyldlife in 2024 as her oldest daughter reached the middle school years. She is excited about this new chapter, building a leadership team, and watching young people grow.
She lives in Cloquet with her husband Brian and three children, Paisley, Neva and Benny.
