Pure & Simple Truth for Youth, Inc.
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Our Staff

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Erika Higgins
Executive director
Erika first joined Pure & Simple as a District Coordinator with the Pure & Simple Lifestyle project in 2006 and rejoined PSHE in 2018 as the Program Director and now serves as the Executive Director. Erika, married for nineteen years and a mother of four, has always had a passion for helping others, especially families, marriages and youth. She believes in the goodness in youth and strives to show them the good, beauty, and truth in themselves and in their relationships in the world around them. ​​​ 
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Maury Kerschen
Director of development
A graduate of Kansas State University with dual majors in Political Science and Public Relations, she served as a personal trainer at the Greater Wichita YMCA before joining Pure & Simple Truth for Youth, Inc., as the Development Director.  Maury has given talks to many teens and parents about the virtue of chastity.  She and her husband Brian married in 2006 and have four children.
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Elias Belton
Staff assistant
Elias is a high school senior and has received a homeschool education for twelve years. Elias has many interests and hobbies including science, history, and a passion for learning. He plans to enter the St. Joseph House of Formation for priestly formation after he graduates. Elias has been a member of the Truth for Youth retreat team and has a passion for the sharing the truth. 

Support the Pure & Simple Truth for Youth "Give Truth" Campaign!

Would you like to support Pure & Simple Truth for Youth programs? Invite your friends and contacts to get involved and consider becoming a one-time or monthly supporter and join the Give Truth to Youth campaign today! The goal of the Pure & Simple "Give Truth" campaign is to support our mission to share the truth about whole-person identity, healthy relationships, and sexual integrity.
Your donation goes directly to supporting our operations, retreats, and the development and implementation of our Video Curricula for middle school and high school youth for schools, youth groups, and families.
​Thank you for partnering with us to grow strong youth, strong families, and strong communities. 
Pure & Simple Truth for Youth, Inc.
3301 W. 13th. North
Wichita, KS 67203
316-688-0840

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Pure & Simple Truth for Youth, Inc. is a 501 (C) 3 nonprofit organization. All donations are tax deductible. 
  • Home
  • What We Do
    • Our Staff
    • Board of Directors
    • Truth for Youth
  • Bingo Night 2023
  • Becoming YOU Video Series
    • Episode One Preview
    • Becoming YOU Sessions
    • Becoming YOU Access Page
  • Truth for Youth Retreats & Speakers
  • Truth for Youth Team
  • Donate
  • Store
  • Contact
  • Parent Resource Pack
  • Community Resources