Youth In Praise is a multi-talented non-profit (501 c) Christian performance group with members ranging from 9 to 17 years old. Since 1996, Youth in Praise has showcased talented youth from the Washington Metropolitan Area, under the direction of Mark Joyeux, as a means of ministering to other youth (especially those who don't normally attend church). We have a unique program to reach today's youth. Many youth come to us shy and insecure and become confident and outgoing individuals

We Minister Through Our Talents

Members use their gifts of performing to minister at nursing homes, schools, homeless shelters, shopping malls, churches, community centers, parks, hospitals, police and government sponsored events, etc. The outreach of veteran members includes missionary work in hurricane devastated regions, third world countries, Europe and (war torn) Iraq.

Achieving Great Things

Youth In Praise members have won a multitude of competitions and awards. Members have graced the Kennedy Center, Carnegie Hall, and the White House. They have been sought after by play writers, recording executives, Black Entertainment Television (BET), Producer/Dancer/Actor Debbie Allen, Comcast, and Broadway. Some have showcased with Yolanda Adams, Donnie McClurkin, Shirley Caesar, CeCe Winans, and Richard Smallwood. Members were featured in the media to include: CBS News report, The Washington Post, and The Washington Times to name a few. In 2003 Youth In Praise was chosen as one of “The Best of Maryland” by Six Flags of America.

Our Long Term Goals

Our Short Term Goals