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These fast-paced, one hour to 90-minute programs are designed to bring the Gospel of Christ to children on their level in their environment. Along with these Clubs, CEF also has local Fair ministries, camping, open-air, and internet ministries for children. Last year through these combined ministries over 25 million children worldwide heard the Good News of Jesus. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9895e9cab1ff7b6f04b903/1613969878564-KQOLVFVEAKKB5ZL6KNQC/image-asset.jpeg Vision & Purpose - CEF Press - Curriculum, and Resources CEF Press produces and distributes Bible and Missionary Lessons and related materials for use in teaching children to help accomplish the goals of the ministry. Teaching materials, Gospel tools, and free training videos are available to the public. Visit CEF Press or contact our Chapter to access our Ministry Lending Library. We have many resources that you can check out from our lending library at no cost to you. Many CEF literature and curriculum products are translated into over 200 different languages and distributed around the world. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9895e9cab1ff7b6f04b903/1613969204480-VJ4I2VL5RX86YRLSRMIQ/CB4BEE57-708A-4C99-99A6-775B33E7CDFF.jpeg Vision & Purpose - Christian Youth-In-Action (CYIA) Each summer all across the USA thousands of young people are trained to conduct 5-Day Clubs. They have many opportunities to present the Gospel to boys and girls, experiencing the joy of leading others to the Lord. CYIA Training for Southern California is held at The Master's University in June. More Information Click Here. An additional summer opportunity is Summer Missions. College-age adults are trained and teach 5-Day Clubs in large urban centers and in foreign countries. This program offers challenging, often times life-changing experiences, that God has used to spiritually enrich many lives. Find out more about these opportunities by calling our office at (949) 614-3152. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9895e9cab1ff7b6f04b903/09f4bc33-8f58-41c0-a34e-1066d5f8f66d/13+Super+Seminar+3.27.21.JPG Vision & Purpose - Ministry Worker and Volunteer Training In addition to youth training, CEF provides classes to train their workers, volunteers, church leaders, and other Christians who are burdened for evangelizing children. In fact, training Christians to effectively minister to children has been core to our ministry since it was founded in 1937. Training is offered throughout the USA and around the world through seminars, conferences, and formal courses. CEF offers many training opportunities. Teaching Children Effectively courses are 30-hour, college-level trainings delivered at a low cost to anyone serving children, from ministry workers to volunteers. The Children’s Ministries Institute (CMI), a modular three-month course located at CEF International Headquarters in Warrenton, Missouri, is dedicated to providing quality, practical training for those called of God to take the Gospel message to children. Similar training is offered in various locations around the world. Courses are also offered online. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9895e9cab1ff7b6f04b903/1616383754183-FZ12HC28QGTW90W78SUZ/unsplash-image-4EFeD-VTgu4.jpg Vision & Purpose - Church Partnerships to Fulfill the Great Commission Together in Our Community: Go to “Church & Individual Partnership” Page for More Info Whether it is summer ministry or adopting a public school, God will work through you and your church body to accomplish His will for children in your community. 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All of our Volunteers are passionate about reaching children with the good news of Jesus. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9895e9cab1ff7b6f04b903/1767734557585-94UQEYW83N1Q8CZIPW3T/unsplash-image-CjMwAu4-OqY.jpg Community Ministries & Outreach - JYC: Junior Youth Challenge Weekly On-Campus Lunch or After School Bible Club Ministry to Middle School Students (6-8 grade) JYC Club is specifically tailored to meet the needs and answer the questions of youth in Middle School. JYC fosters community connection and discipleship for emerging teens. JYC Clubs include Bible lessons with applications for spiritual growth, worship in music, small group devotionals, crazy games, and more. Our passionate JYC leaders are Volunteers who love students and love sharing the truth of Jesus that they are so desperately searching for. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9895e9cab1ff7b6f04b903/9aa11bc9-6f65-43c3-9f5a-08f7c9c2fb3f/unnamed.jpg Community Ministries & Outreach - Outreach Ministries & Events at Local Fairs and Festivals We have opportunities to Serve as a Summer Missionary at our Orange County Fair Ministry in Costa Mesa during July and August each year! By having a booth at the fair, we are able to share with Gospel freely with kids, teens, families and friends who otherwise may never hear the Good News of Jesus! Contact us for more information on how you can serve at (949) 614-3152 Community outreach has long been a part of the history and vision of CEF® since its founding. One-time evangelism events or special community events are a fantastic method to bring the Gospel to children and families in a fun and interactive way. Whether it is a County Fair booth, special community event, holiday celebration, children’s worship music event, or Wordless Book presentation, the gospel message of Salvation is shared with compassion and enthusiasm. We see hundreds of men, women, teens, and children make 1st time decisions to follow Christ at these events. Every year we reached thousands with gospel with hundreds making decisions for Christ! Events are held in partnership with local churches or independently through CEF® Orange Coast Chapter. Click here to host an event or get involved! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9895e9cab1ff7b6f04b903/1fce4dfe-a1fe-47a2-9558-4a2b094eff70/military+child.png Community Ministries & Outreach - Military Children’s Ministry Good News Clubs and other club ministries held in a home or school in a military neighborhood on base provide stability and life-changing truth. 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Christian Youth In Action (CYIA) is an immersive summer training program to equip the next generation to reach their community for Christ through 5-Day Clubs. Youth, teens, and college students come together for one week to be poured into and trained to minister all summer long in 5-Day Clubs with the Gospel of Christ. CYIA fosters lifelong passions and skills for service, ministry, teaching, and leadership. Ages: 14 and up (no exceptions) CYIA 2026 Brochure coming in early 2026! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9895e9cab1ff7b6f04b903/1610579165458-OQBRV474VKYQUIRNFUE3/wordless-scaled.jpg Church & Individual Partnership - Super Seminars Evangelism and Discipleship Teacher Training. Contact our office for more information on upcoming training. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f9895e9cab1ff7b6f04b903/1610579942622-2Y963T5N98L6XQ5MT5ZH/image.jpg Church & Individual Partnership - Teaching Children Effectively (TCE™) Are you serious about reaching children? 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