Philippines

About Youth for Christ Philippines

In the Philippines, Youth for Christ was in Manila for 30 years but closed in early 2000. However, a Korean missionary, Cho Hyoun Jo, re-pioneered Youth for Christ in Baguio City.

Youth for Christ has been reaching youth through Happy Hearts Club which reaches out to pre-teens five to 12 years old, Campus Life that reaches teens on school campuses, and Youth Life that caters to those out of school. We also reach “at-risk” and marginalized youth, and even juvenile delinquents.

During the pandemic, DIGIVANGELISM became our new normal. It is a ministry of Youth for Christ Philippines for reaching the youth, including children, virtually. This platform enables us to connect with youth in a wider scope even when the government restricts face-to-face encounters. The internet and all forms of social media are where the youth are found and thus this gives a greater influence among the youth of the Philippines.

Youth for Christ will continue to reach young people in Baguio City and in other parts of the Philippines through face-to-face and digital platforms as government restrictions are eased.

In addition to Digivangelism, Youth for Christ Philippines impacts youth through the following ministry models and leadership development programs:

• Happy Hearts Club for pre-teens
• Leadership training course for volunteers and young leaders
• Drama, music, and sports activities
• Campus Life and Cozy Chat for teens
• Pinoy Games
• ALS (an alternative learning system for out-of-school youth)