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Christian Youth In Action (CYIA)
What is CYIA?
Christian Youth In Action® (CYIA™) is a program designed to train middle and high school students in ministry leadership, as well as effective and engaging ways to teach children about God. In addition to local events throughout the year, CYIA students are invited to attend our statewide summer training where you will learn to present the Gospel clearly on a child’s level, counsel a child for salvation, and lead a dynamic club ministry for kids. Components of this club include teaching a Bible lesson, a real-life missionary story, and a Bible verse, as well as leading songs, games, and a fun review time.
After this training, students who complete our training will return home as summer missionaries to teach clubs at various locations in their community with a team of other young people. These clubs take place out in the community in churches, community centers, daycares, etc. Depending on your chapter, you will teach in 1-5 clubs throughout the summer.
2026 CYIA Florida Summer Training
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LEADERS
CYIA is an intense training program designed to develop Christian leaders, equipping them with leadership skills applicable to all areas of life.
GROW
Spiritual growth flourishes when faith is challenged, and CYIA provides a safe environment for students to be stretched and explore their faith in powerful ways.
TRAIN & EQUIP
The CYIA training, filled with classes, coaching, small group discussions, and practicums, equips students by the end of the week to confidently share the Gospel during a Summer GNC.
GOSPEL
CYIA begins and ends with the Gospel, as each track explores it uniquely from the first day of classes, preparing every student to share the Gospel during their summer.
What Does a CYIA Summer Look Like?
- Register for CYIA
- Attend Pre-Training
- Complete pre-CYIA homework
- Attend daily classes according to your track
- Practice lessons & receive coaching
- Demonstrate ability in leading a Summer Good News Club
- Commit to teach at least one-four clubs (talk to your Local Director for details about your area)
- Share the Gospel in your community
- Interested in keeping the fun going? Volunteer in a local Good News Club!
What Role does God have for me in CYIA?
- SUPPORT TRACK– Designed to introduce Gospel concepts, learn how to do simple tasks in 5 Day Club such as word ups, song time, game time, and review time. Support Track students only attend pre-training and not week long training. Great option for young students or those who would like to be introduced to the ministry!
- ASSISTANT TRACK– Designed to teach students how to present Mission Stories, Memory Verses, and other roles in a 5-Day Club. Attends both the pre-training and weeklong training.
- LEAD TEACHER TRACK– Designed to teach students how to teach evangelistic Bible Lessons, Memory Verses, Lead Counseling, and 5-Day Club organization. Attends both the pre-training and weeklong training.
- ADVANCED TEACHER TRACK– Designed for students who have gone through the Assistant and Lead Teacher roles. This course will be recommended to student by the local CEF staff. Attends both the pre-training and weeklong training.
- CHRISTIAN LEADER IN ACTION (CLIA)- This course is designed for those who have completed and are invited to help serve as student leaders. INVITE ONLY
What Should I Expect During CYIA?
- CLASSES– Classes challenge students spiritually and teach Gospel-sharing methods, led by experienced, CEF-trained instructors.
- COACHING– Coaching by experienced staff provides small groups of students with personalized discipleship and support to develop their teaching skills.
- FRIENDSHIPS– Friendships formed at CYIA often last a lifetime as God uses camp experiences to forge lasting bonds.
- FUN ACTIVITIES- Students are provided time to connect with friends through evening activities of volleyball, disc golf, trivia, board games, etc.
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