The summer program is Christian Youth In Action (CYIA), which trains middle school, high school and college students how to reach children with the gospel. We spent two weeks in training, June 7-20. Now we are doing two weeks of ministry, going into many different communities!
The two ministry weeks take me all across the six-county Denver area. I am teaching 5-Day Clubs—which are like a VBS “on the road”—as part of a team. Each 5-Day Club is a 90-minute program for kids with high energy games, a Bible lesson that shares the gospel, songs, Scripture memory, and a missions story. Kids get to hear the gospel, have a great time, and just be in a positive environment. We also give each child an opportunity to respond personally to the gospel teaching!
5-Day Clubs take place anywhere that children gather: public parks, community centers, multi-housing complexes, mobile home parks, and more. There are many children and families who would come to a 5-Day Club in the public park, even if they do not go to church anywhere. Pray that we can be effective in reaching those who need Christ!
When Jesus called his disciples, this is the very first command he gave them: “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men” (Matt 4:19). He wanted them to stop getting fish and to start getting people! Leading others to Jesus is what it means to be a disciple. That is what this summer is all about.
I need to raise $650 for the entire four weeks of ministry. Would you prayerfully consider supporting me? You can make a secure online donation by credit/debit card or PayPal:
You can also partner in prayer. Pray for me and my teammates, and pray for all of the children who attend the 5-Day Clubs! If you would like one of my prayer bookmarks, please contact the CEF office. Thank you for being a part of my summer!
