What Is Capernaum?

While all Young Life activities are open to every kid, many Young Life areas have dedicated programs for kids and young adults with disabilities, typically referred to as Young Life Capernaum Ministries.  Young Life Capernaum gives young people with mental and physical disabilities the chance to experience fun and adventure, to develop fulfilling friendships and to challenge their limits while building self-esteem through club, camp and other exciting activities. Young Life staff and volunteers model Christ’s unconditional love and acceptance as they walk alongside these young adults — filling their lives with love and support.

"Our daughter LOVES going to Young Life Capernaum.  I sometimes think as I leave my daughter at Club, this is one of the closest things I've experienced to seeing God's love in action."

~Beth, Capernaum parent

Check out our blog to keep up with what has been happening at Capernaum and to read about our summer camp experiences:  www.capernaumgreaterminneapolis.blogspot.com

Mission Statement

Young Life Capernaum is a non-profit Christian ministry devoted to serving the needs of youth with physical and developmental disabilities. We believe that young people with disabilities have the right to experience all of life’s opportunities such as: fulfilling friendships, fun and adventure, activities which build self-esteem and challenge their limits and the right to explore a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. 

Our orientation toward youth with disabilities is an unconditional one that welcomes all persons regardless of the ethnic background, race or religious beliefs.