Live with Justin
Over the past week, we have gotten to know Justin Dimoff, our staff originally working with Streetlight (and was beginning to transition the space to
Live with Sarah
Over the past week, we have gotten to know Sarah Webb, our barista at Cafe Connect. In the weeks to come, we will continue to
Live with Emily
Over the past week, we have gotten to know Emily Jensen, one of our much loved youth workers at the centre. In the weeks to
Live with Cindy
Over the past week, we have gotten to know Cindy Rektor, our partner development and event coordinator, connecting with those that support YFC London financially.
Live with Jared
Check out the live interview with Jared Dyck from the YFCLondon team!
Live with Amie
Check out the live interview with Amie Latta from the YFCLondon team!
YFCLondon’s Response to COVID-19
The last two days have been quite the emotional . . .
Just Married
The last two days have been quite the emotional . . .
Taking Up the Cause of the Fatherless
I am always humbled when God opens up doors . . .
An Encouragement Note from a Local Teacher . . .
“I wish I could record the ‘in car’ conversations that . .
Cooking, Conversations and Safe Spaces
I spend some of my time at YFC running a cooking class and then engaging in faith development conversations while we eat . . .
We’re Pregnant . . .
“We’re pregnant and we don’t have much support from family. We are currently . . .”
A Mother’s Story
Over a year ago my son had just become involved with Compass Basketball through . . .
Quiet Distractions
It was like any other day after school as this young girl entered the centre, encircled by her friends. Normally her routine would . . .
Our 2016 Annual YFC Banquet
It was so encouraging to see a full house on November 7th at our annual YFC banquet. As we took a look at how we could come alongside and support youth in our city, we quickly saw how each of us have a critical role in loving “our neighbours.”
The Slow Cooker Effect
They were chopping, slicing and stirring up ingredients to get the food ready for the…
Do you remember your first job?
That feeling you had when you received your first pay cheque?
YFC Summer camp wins over cottage and speed boating
I hope your summer is going well and that you are taking time to slow the pace down a bit, get energized and refocused for the fall.
A mid week encouragement!
A few weeks ago I had the privilege of joining other Londoners for a prayer breakfast at the Lamplighter Inn and Conference Centre.
Hope in the Journey
Last week I was asked to come to the hospital by one of the families we work with at YFC. One of their family members was in palliative care due to cancer and they were requesting someone to come, meet and pray with them.
The man on the intersection . . .
How many of us have driven up to an intersection and seen someone in the median, limping back and forth with a sign asking for help?
Three bowls of Chili
It was “Family Day”! The staff and volunteers had prepared the youth centre to receive many families from the community.
Home in the storm . . .
The wind was howling outside and the cold rain was pounding down, but the family gathered in the RV were together and safe in the midst of the storm.
A Story from the Streets
I always enjoy spending time in the various ministries that go out from London Youth for Christ.
Lives were changed in 2015
I always appreciate when people ask me to share about what God is doing in the lives of youth through London Youth for Christ.
“Home” For Christmas
This past Monday we tested out the new kitchen in our (almost completed) Café Connect.
When Youth Play Again
The carpet at the YFC youth centre had just been replaced in the main room and all the games and equipment were stored in another room while it was being installed.
Skipping Stones
In July I took a group of students to a basketball tournament in Toronto. We arrived super early and therefore had 3 hours to kill with a group of frustrated and bored young men.
Toastmasters Youth Leadership Program
The London Talbot Toastmasters Club of London recently hosted an eight week public speaking and leadership program for high school students at the Youth for Christ building at 254 Adelaide Street.
Community Easter Dinner
Over 170 youth and their families gathered at the YFC youth centre for a community Easter meal. Games, activities, conversations and laughter filled the centre on April 1st.
2015 Streetlight Gala
On Friday March 27, partners and guests of Streetlight gathered to hear the stories- of young people that the staff and volunteers journey with.
Good Enough
A student was asked to share about their experience at YFC London and how God has affected his life. He wrote it in a poem form and we wanted to share it with you as well.
Youth For Christ Promo Video for Win4Kids
As 1 of 10 national finalists, it is our hope that we can receive the most votes to win the national prize of $25,000 from the GoodLife Kids Foundation.
Win4Kids
We are pleased to announce that we were awarded $12,000 in the GoodLife Kids Foundation Win4Kids challenge.
The Impact of a Mattress
In reflecting over 2014 at YFC London, an immediate highlight that comes to mind is when I assisted one of our Streetlight volunteers, Jessica, to deliver a mattress to a young girl through Streetlight.
What is the value of a coach?
This quote came from one of the students on a sports team that our “Coach Jay” coaches:
Golf Tournament – What a great day!
Supporters of YFC London gathered together at the St. Thomas Golf and Country Club for the 26th annual Challenge Golf Tournament.
Connect Family Night
You’ve been hearing about Connect all year, and now’s your opportunity to come out on a Thursday night and check it out!
E-cycling Event
Friends and supporters of Youth For Christ and Streetlight, I need your help in a big way.
Amplify Leadership
At Connect, I’ve had the privilege of seeing a number of students boldly embrace their faith in their homes, amongst their friends and in their schools.
Community Basketball
Since last summer we’ve been running the Compass Community Basketball Group, and it’s still growing.