Adult & Teen Challenge Ohio

03/08/2026

Today, on International Women’s Day, my heart is full. Moments like this remind us why hope is always worth fighting for.

Words cannot fully express the feeling we experience when a woman walks through the doors of our home at Adult & Teen Challenge Columbus Ohio seeking help — and then months later walks out again as a graduate.

Stronger. Restored. Ready to build a new life.

The women in this photo represent courage in its purest form. Each made the difficult decision to confront life-controlling addiction and commit to the hard work of transformation. That journey requires humility, perseverance, and incredible strength.

What we witness on graduation day is more than success in a program.
We see hope restored. Families beginning to heal. Futures that once felt impossible now becoming real.

To these remarkable women — we celebrate you today and every day. Your courage inspires all of us.

And to the supporters, volunteers, and community members who walk beside these women on their journey — thank you. Because of you, lives are being changed.

Happy International Women’s Day.

Rev. Linda Hercenberg
CEO, Adult & Teen Challenge Columbus Ohio
Hope Lives Here • Freedom is Found Here • Changed Lives Leave Here

03/08/2026

An Evening with Bruce Hooley and Scott Jennings

11/01/2025

Be sure to listen to Joe West ‘s interview this morning (Nov 1st) at 9am on The Enkindled Heart Radio on Salem Radio 104.5fm or 880am.

We are looking forward to Matthew West’s concert Thursday Nov 6th in Westerville Ohio at Genoa Baptist Church. It’s going to be a great evening as usual when Matthew shows up! Hope to see you there! Learn more about Matthew’s concert at

Official website of Christian music recording artist, singer-songwriter, and storyteller Matthew West. 'My Story Your Glory' double album out February 17! Visit for music, videos, books, podcast, tour, merch, prayer, and more.

10/16/2025

09/29/2025

The Restaurant at is one of our largest annual fundraisers. It is 4 days of serving food to vendors and the public, preceded and followed by days of setup and breakdown. Our menu is extensive and includes items for breakfast, lunch, and, if you’re inclined, an early dinner.

It takes a lot to run the restaurant, and we want to spotlight the many organizations that bless us every year in a variety of ways to help make this event as successful as possible. Thank you for your participation!

BUNN City Barbeque Costco DerDutchman Plain City ,Ohio DK Diner Donna's Delicious Dozen Encova Insurance Fresh Thyme Market Gordon Food Service Handywacks Heartland Conference Retreat Center Lasting Impressions Home Makeover & Staging McDonald's Meijer Mt. Olive Pickles Pilot Flying J Premier ProduceOne Reiter Dairy Starbucks Target This-Element Wendy's Whole Foods Market

09/22/2025

It’s always bittersweet. Breakdown Day at the ATCO Restaurant means rolling up cords, packing signs, and taking one last look at a space that served thousands this week. We’re tired, grateful, and already dreaming about what’s next in this building we call the ATCO Restaurant..

wrapped up strong, with final-day attendance reaching 20,724, totaling 112,701 for the week, including 7,634 students from 191 schools. Thank you to every attendee, exhibitor, volunteer, and partner who made this possible.

See you next year! Join us on September 22-24, 2026.

09/19/2025

Fueling hope, one pop at a time.

Meet J’Shon from Heartland Bank. Rev. Linda Hercenberg grabs a quick moment with J’Shon between rushes at the ATCO Restaurant pop station. We’re grateful for partners like Heartland Bank, who not only handle our banking but also roll up their sleeves to serve.

Swing by the pop station, say hello, and grab a cold drink and a sandwich—every purchase supports recovery through Adult & Teen Challenge Ohio.

09/18/2025

We're nearing the end of , but we want to take a minute for another Partner Spotlight. We extend our gratitude to on Morse Crossing in Columbus for supporting ATCO during the 2025 Farm Science Review, which helped create a welcoming and high-spirited experience for our team and guests.

09/18/2025

It's Wednesday, the 17th, and almost lunchtime at Farm Science Review!

Rev. Linda takes a quick sweep through the ATCO Restaurant as the crowd builds—volunteers stocking coolers, grills warming up, and friends finding seats. If you’re on the grounds, swing by for a meal, a smile, and a mission that matters. Every purchase supports recovery programs through Adult & Teen Challenge Ohio.

We have one more day to go with our largest fundraiser of the year, so come on out and join us tomorrow! https://link.proofpointscrm.com/sp/e02f8d29be5

09/17/2025

Good food. Great people. Bigger mission.

Rev. Linda caught up with two friends from Nutrien Solutions who swung by the ATCO Restaurant for pulled-pork sandwiches, chips, and a pop from Miss Katie—and then invited everyone to come see them on Swine Street exhibit area #649 to talk about Total Acre Solutions. We love the support from partners across the show! Stop by the ATCO food building, say hi, and grab a bite—every meal helps fuel life-changing recovery across Ohio.

09/17/2025

Meet the heartbeat behind the grill at Farm Science Review

This morning at Farm Science Review, Rev. Linda caught up with two of our longtime volunteers, John and Lou, who are helping keep the ATCO Restaurant humming. Lou’s on pulled-pork barbecue sandwiches (we sold so many yesterday!) John’s been volunteering for years, and Lou’s as faithful as they come, plus you might spot Pastor Phil in the background lending a hand.

Swing by for a great meal, say hello to the team, and know your support fuels recovery programs that change lives across Ohio.

09/17/2025

Two key team members, Kelly and Katie, are prepping the restaurant to serve the ATCO Restaurant patrons on day two of 2025

We're fully stocked with breakfast items, soda, water, chips, and more, so come on out and grab a bite while touring this great event sponsored by The Ohio State University's College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences: Resident Instruction Programs, OSU Extension, and Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center.