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WHO we

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Founded in 1937 by Pastor Irvin Overholtzer, Child Evangelism Fellowship® (CEF) is the world's largest ministry to children.

 

CEF® is a Bible-centered, worldwide organization made up of born again believers.

Our Purpose

A note from our President

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For over 80 years God has been using Child Evangelism Fellowship® to bring the love of Jesus Christ to children around the world. The Word of God puts a high priority on children. They are near to God’s heart and we believe that He is uniquely concerned about their spiritual welfare. Without the foundation of a relationship with God and training in Biblical principles for life they are unequipped to face what life will throw at them.

With workers in countries around the world, CEF®  had personal, individual ministry with more than 25.4 million children last year. God has given us a passion to not only bring children into a right relationship with God, but to disciple them in His Word and establish them in Bible teaching churches so that they can become mature in their faith.

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I am convinced that there is no work that is more pertinent or effective. Perhaps God is leading you to become more involved in the lives of children, for His kingdom’s sake.

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CEF® is here to train, equip and encourage you as you follow that leading. I trust that this web site will be a rich resource for you and that God will use you in a tremendous way to make an eternal difference in the lives of boys and girls.

For His Name among the children,

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Reese R. Kauffman

President

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