Serving the Fatherless With Purpose – Chad Wallen | Ignite Kingdom Talk S6E71

Serving the Fatherless With Purpose – Chad Wallen | Ignite Kingdom Talk S6E71

January 19, 2026 · 26 min

CHANGING THE TRAJECTORY OF FATHERLESS YOUNG MEN.Recorded live at NRB 2025, this episode of Ignite Kingdom Talk features Chad Wallen, founder of Advanced Camp, a nonprofit ministry serving fatherless middle and high school boys across the United States.Chad shares how Advanced Camp comes alongside young men with intentional mentorship, hands-on trade skills, and biblical discipleship—equipping them with both practical tools and spiritual identity. Rooted in James 1:27, this ministry addresses the devastating statistics surrounding fatherlessness by offering a new trajectory built on purpose, discipline, and hope.In this episode, you’ll hear: Why awareness is the greatest need facing the ministry The link between fatherlessness and incarceration Teaching trade skills as viable career pathways Planting seeds of identity and faith in young men Lessons learned from starting and scaling a nonprofitMemorable moments: “Awareness is our number one need.” “We define fatherless as no dad living in the home.” “Identity is the greatest battle these young men face.” “We’re sending them on a different trajectory.”Links:Ignite Kingdom Group: ignite-kg.orgAdvanced Camp: advancedcampusa.comThis episode is a powerful reminder that intentional discipleship and practical wisdom can change lives—one young man at a time.

Kraig & Desiree Bougher

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