The Team
Curtis Clark
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Having heard of AYM while attending Milligan College, Curtis moved out here in 2017. He served as an intern for a year, and once his internship was done he accepted the position of youth pastor with White Mountain Apache Christian Church. Curtis was able to connect to many of the students in the community while he taught for the Whiteriver Unified School District for 6 years. He and his wife Jordan, who he met on a mission trip in Whiteriver, enjoy serving the Apache people in the ways God has equipped them. Curtis transitioned from being a full time teacher to the role of Executive Director of AYM in 2023.
Joelinda Edwards
STAFF INTERN
​Hello, I am Joelinda Edwards. I’m one of the recent interns at Apache Youth Ministries. I’ve been involved with The Kennel since my early high school years where I’ve grown in my faith and in my relationship with Christ. Like then, I want to reach out to the youth, get to know them, and let them know that they are loved.​​​​​​​​
One of the few ways I’m sharing the gospel with the youth and introduce the love of Jesus to them is I’ve started an art class, where I share the word and ask that they paint on what the topic was that day. As a youth painting was one of my coping mechanisms that allowed me to express myself in a healthy way. To this day I still let out my feelings through my art and it’s one of the ways I spend time with Jesus. Through this I’m hoping they’ll find a way to connect with God and learn a healthy way to express themselves.
Nick Bennett
STAFF INTERN
Nick started attending the Kennel and Unleashed program when he was in jr. high. He continued to be involved throughout his time in high school After high school graduation, Nick attended Indian Bible College and was part of the On Eagles Wings Summer of Hope multiple years. Through these two programs Nick grew in confidence to lead members of his community to Christ. Today he preaches once a month at WMACC, is actively involved in their men's ministry, and serves with AYM 3 days a week.