Looking up on Favor St!
We had another amazing Flower City Work Camp at Youth for Christ Rochester. The gym was full, but not only that, this year our classrooms and basement were also filled with painting projects and flooring projects, and installing a washing machine and dryer for our basketball program.
It was such a blessing to see the kids of our region on fire for the things of God.
Meanwhile, the kids of our city are reeling from another bout of violence. We had our fifth shooting at our fourth rec center this year.
Our kids don’t feel safe in their city. They’re looking for a safe sanctuary where they can have the gospel of Jesus Christ presented. That happens every week, all year long at Youth for Christ Rochester. Come and see for yourself!
Fatherhood Initiative In The News
This year God has chosen to shine His spotlight on The Fatherhood Initiative and the work that Godly Father Figures can do in a young man’s life. Suddenly everyone wants to hear about how God is moving in and through His people to change the world, one kid at a time. The program has been featured recently on Spectrum News, leading National Christian radio station K-Love, and local Christian broadcaster Family Life.
We are always seeking churches and men’s ministry leaders to help us raise an army of healthy male role models and connect them to young men at their church and in the community through programs like Link Youth Mentorship and YFC Basketball. This past year we have focused on helping churches develop strong men’s ministries through our Man Cave events.
To watch and listen to the reports, click here.
Find out how you can get involved at fathersroc.org. Donate to the cause here.
Register for God’s Girls!
Girls 11-14 are invited to join this 12-session program that meets at YFC two Saturdays a month from 11-1:30 pm. Learn, have fun, make friends and grow in the Lord. Email Lakeysha at office@yfcrochester.org or call (585) 256-5050 for more information.
Baptisms at YFC!
Coach Felix Ortiz and a teen from the basketball program at YFC share their testimony of being baptized.
Testimonials
Our parents and program directors talk about Youth For Christ.
Hear Their Stories
Visit our Testimonials page to learn about the impact Youth For Christ Rochester is making on the youth of our city.
CHANGE THE HEADLINES.
We are also emboldened to continue putting our prayers into action. At Youth For Christ, we come alongside young people who are experiencing pivotal moments in their life. Many are feeling hopeless or overwhelmed and it’s our passion to make them feel seen, heard, and valued.
Jesus offers hope. We want young people to know God sees them, understands, and cares deeply. Your investment with YFC directly changes the lives of young people by providing authentic mentorship in these critical moments. In a world of chaos, your YFC leaders are stepping into the darkness and being a consistent voice of truth. We refuse to be unaffected or apathetic to this violence. Join us.
PARTNER WITH YFC.
Volunteer At YFC
Volunteer mentors at Youth For Christ Friday Nite Basketball talk about finding meaning and purpose coming alongside a teen in need of a godly Father Figure.
RYFC Programs
All-Star Sports is a community collaborative sports program for youth ages 11-18. The purpose is to create an environment which fosters healthy relationships. Mentor/coaches, who are trained volunteers, encourage each player, coach basic skills and teach life principles.
God’s Girls provides girls from 6th to 8th grade a space where they can come together and learn that their purpose and identity is in Christ! Spending time and being coached by women who are seasoned in the Christian faith produces confident young women.
Parent Life reaches expectant and parenting teens and their children through intentional relationships with trained adults and community partnerships.
YFC board member RPD Officer Moses Robinson talks about the causes and cures for the epidemic of youth violence plaguing our city
Do you have a heart for young mothers? Parent Life offers opportunities to volunteer, helping moms understand the plans God has for them!
Please join us as we continue to pray for the peace of our city, knowing that our victory can only be found in God.