Christian Youth in Action
A life-changing missions experience for students who want to make a difference.
What Is CYIA?
Christian Youth in Action is a short-term local missions trip for students ages 12 to 22. Students who enroll attend a one-week in-depth training with students from all over Florida. There they learn how to effectively teach children about God and present the Gospel using methods and curriculum developed by CEF.
After the training, students return home and serve in their community, teaching 5-Day Clubs with other students from their area. This is a tremendous opportunity for any student interested in missions and children’s ministry.
The CYIA Experience
Apply & Prepare
Submit your application and prepare your heart for what God will do through you this summer.
Train for One Week
Join students from across Florida for intensive, hands-on training in children’s ministry, Bible teaching methods, and Gospel presentation.
Serve Your Community
Return home and lead 5-Day Clubs in your neighborhood, putting your training into action as you share the Gospel with children.
Who Can Join?
CYIA is open to any student ages 12–22 who has a heart for reaching children. Whether you’re exploring missions for the first time or deepening your ministry experience, CYIA will equip you to serve.
If you represent a church and want to get your youth ministry involved with Christian Youth in Action, please contact Carrie Chiurato, Director.