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Our
Mission
Vision
To inspire, support, and empower the remarkable youth of today worldwide, creating a virtual haven where acceptance, community, support, and hope flourish abundantly.
Mission
At Christian Youth Network, we are dedicated to nurturing a fully virtual community that embraces and uplifts teens and young adults. Through our unwavering commitment to Christian values, we aim to provide a safe space where individuals can connect, grow, and thrive. By fostering meaningful relationships, sharing inspiring stories, and offering guidance, we strive to equip our members with the tools they need to navigate life's challenges with faith and resilience. Together, we will embark on a transformative journey, spreading love, hope, and encouragement throughout the world.
Who we are.
Adulting can be hard, but "youth-ing" is far more difficult. CYN is a safe and supportive online youth group available to all youth - no matter where they come from or what they are dealing with.
What we do.
CYN offers real-time support and encouragement to youth around the world through live community groups, Bible studies, courses, and support groups, as well as multiple resources and most importantly, unconditional love and acceptance.
Our
Story
After working in the secular world for everything from large corporations, small businesses, and local and state government institutions, I found worldly success and advancement in each position; however, each position kept coming up empty and left me with a nagging feeling of unfulfillment.
My call to youth ministry came in 2002 when I was helping to lead a local youth group. Since then, I served as a youth counselor, mentor, and coach in various volunteer positions.
In 2020, I was hired by a local church to manage communications and serve as a youth leader; however, in 2023 my husband's job moved our family to a new state, leaving me unemployed and burnt out. It was then that GOD started working on my heart and speaking to me through HIS Word and Presence. I knew that GOD wanted me to do something more than what I was doing, but I didn't know what.
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Through prayer, joyous convictions, and necessary surrender, I believe GOD clearly laid the name and mission of the Christian Youth Network on my heart... and it is all history from there!
Meet the CYN Family.
Amy Harkins Byers, Ed.S, PMP
Founder & CEO
Saban Mac Byers
Chief Morale Officer
Board of Professionals
Board of
Youth Leaders
Lea M. Harkins, MA, NBCT
Megan Partin, Next Gen Director
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Nyia McDonald, Class of 2024
Kylie Clackley, Class of 2024