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Nuestra historia hasta ahora
De una pequeña misión universitaria a una comunión juvenil global
Youth Evangelical Fellowship (YEF) tiene sus raíces en 2002, cuando Apostolos Campus Ministry (ACM) fue fundado por el Dr. David Jang junto con estudiantes del Olivet Theological College and Seminary (OTCS). En 2003, el ministerio comenzó a desarrollarse hacia lo que llegaría a ser Youth Evangelical Fellowship, con una visión creciente de alcanzar a los estudiantes universitarios mediante la Palabra de Dios, el discipulado y el evangelismo.
Un nuevo capítulo importante comenzó en la ciudad de Nueva York en 2009, cuando YEF fue inaugurada con estudiantes de la Universidad de Columbia que, movidos por el Espíritu Santo, se reunieron para estudios bíblicos en grupos pequeños y compartieron el evangelio de Jesucristo con sus compañeros. De aquellas primeras reuniones, YEF se desarrolló con un enfoque claro: alcanzar a estudiantes universitarios sedientos de la Palabra de Dios, ayudarles a crecer como discípulos de Jesucristo y levantar una generación joven dispuesta a participar en la misión de Dios.
Por la gracia de Dios, el ministerio siguió expandiéndose internacionalmente. Para el 2015, la misión de YEF había alcanzado campus en Norteamérica, Sudamérica, Europa, África, Asia-Pacífico, el Sudeste Asiático y el Sur de Asia. El crecimiento de YEF refleja la descripción que Jesús hizo del Reino de Dios:
“It is like a mustard seed, which, when sown upon the soil, though it is smaller than all the seeds that are upon the soil, yet when it is sown, it grows up and becomes larger than all the garden plants and forms large branches; so that the birds of the air can nest under its shade.” — Mark 4:31–32
La comisión de YEF es levantar una generación joven que ame la Cruz de Jesucristo, proclame con valentía su sacrificio y el poder de su salvación, y sueñe unida por el Reino de Dios. YEF cree firmemente en el crecimiento internacional y en equipar a jóvenes de contextos diversos para que se entreguen a Jesucristo y a su Gran Comisión. Mediante la enseñanza bíblica, el discipulado, el evangelismo, el desarrollo del liderazgo, los retiros, las conferencias misioneras y la vida de comunión local, YEF busca ayudar a los jóvenes creyentes a encarnar con pasión un estilo de vida centrado en el Reino. Youth Evangelical Fellowship es miembro de la World Olivet Assembly y miembro asociado de la Alianza Evangélica Mundial.
Desde sus primeras raíces en el ministerio universitario hasta una comunión internacional presente en varios continentes, la historia de YEF es un testimonio de la gracia y la fidelidad de Dios.
Lo que comenzó como una pequeña semilla ha seguido creciendo mediante estudios bíblicos, evangelismo en el campus, retiros, centros misioneros, conferencias de liderazgo, alianzas internacionales, formación misionera y la entrega de jóvenes creyentes que han respondido al llamado de Dios.
Hoy, YEF sigue mirando al futuro con una visión de más campus, ciudades, centros misioneros y naciones. A medida que se establecen y fortalecen capítulos en más de 60 naciones, YEF desea levantar jóvenes que no solo reciban el evangelio, sino que lleguen a ser discípulos, líderes y misioneros que lo lleven a otros.
Cada estudiante alcanzado, cada estudio bíblico abierto, cada líder levantado, cada misionero enviado, cada campus pionero y cada nación alcanzada se convierte en un capítulo más de la historia de la obra de Dios a través de YEF.
De una pequeña semilla de mostaza a una misión internacional en crecimiento, YEF sigue adelante en fe, levantando a la próxima generación para amar a Cristo, servir a su Iglesia y llevar el evangelio a las naciones.
YEF a lo largo de los años
2002
El comienzo
Apostolos Campus Ministry (ACM) fue fundado por el Dr. David Jang junto con estudiantes del Olivet Theological College and Seminary, sentando una base temprana para la evangelización y el discipulado centrados en la universidad.
2003
Desarrollo de YEF
El ministerio comenzó a desarrollarse de forma independiente como Youth Evangelical Fellowship, llevando adelante la visión de evangelizar a estudiantes universitarios y formar jóvenes discípulos para la misión de Dios.
2004
Expansión en Corea
La Asociación de Estudiantes Universitarios Evangélicos de Corea fue establecida por el Dr. David Jang, fortaleciendo aún más los esfuerzos de misión universitaria en Corea.
2005
La misión universitaria se expande
El ministerio se expandió por toda Corea a aproximadamente 40 universidades en 12 sedes regionales, estableciendo una base más amplia para la evangelización universitaria y el discipulado.
2006
Participación en Urbana 06
YEF participó en la conferencia misionera Urbana 06 en San Luis, Misuri, comenzando su expansión al extranjero y uniéndose a jóvenes cristianos y líderes misioneros de todo el mundo en la búsqueda de la dirección de Dios para la evangelización global.
2007
Participación misionera y publicaciones
YEF participated in MissionFest Toronto in Canada. The ministry also published several books related to global mission and contemporary religious issues, including How Islam Plans to Change the World by William Wagner. YEF also participated in the publication of READ, a magazine focused on revival and discipleship organized through a Korean Christian youth and university network.
2008
Conexiones internacionales en crecimiento
YEF participated in the World Evangelical Alliance General Assembly and the WEA Mission Commission. The ministry also organized theological seminars, including discussions on the modern understanding of the Student Volunteer Movement and its continuing significance for world mission.
2009
Un nuevo capítulo en la misión universitaria internacional
YEF International was inaugurated in New York City by students from Columbia University who began gathering for small-group Bible studies and witnessing to fellow students about Jesus Christ. That same year, the international website was launched to spread the gospel more widely. The Korea Evangelical College Students Association became affiliated with YEF International as its Korean branch. YEF participated as a partner organization in the NEXT WAVE CONVENTION and attended the third Asia Emerging Leaders Summit.
2010
Fortaleciendo la formación bíblica y misionera global
YEF International hosted its first World Mission Workshop, Summer Gatherings, Winter Gatherings and Pentecost Gatherings. Also participated in the Tokyo 2010 Global Mission Consultation. New editions of Bible study materials, including a Romans study series, were published.
2011
Expanding Chapters and Building Mission Partnerships
YEF International held its inaugural Global Leadership Summit. Chapters also began expanding to South America and Southeast Asia. Korea became an official member organization of the Korea World Missions Association (KWMA).
2012
Research, Publications, and Growing Leadership
YEF International hosts a 5-day-long leadership program, “LEAP” (Leadership Education And Practice) in New York City for national and international university students. The Korea Evangelical Institute was established as a research and publishing organization. YEF also participated in the 22nd General Assembly of the Korea World Missions Association.
2013
Misión internacional y desarrollo del liderazgo
YEF participated in the World Evangelical Alliance Youth Commission's East Asia Youth Mission Leaders Consultation and the YEF International World Mission Conference. YEF also co-hosted and participated in the first through fourth Revival Bible Camps organized by the Revival Movement and participated in the 23rd General Assembly of KWMA.
2014
Desarrollo del discipulado y la educación bíblica
YEF International developed and published structured Bible education and member-training programs, including the Member Training Course, Discipleship Training Course, and Leader Training Course, designed to support progressive stages of discipleship and ministry development. YEF participated in the 24th General Assembly of KWMA and co-hosted the fifth Revival Vision Camp organized by the Revival Movement.
2015
Expansión global y desarrollo del liderazgo
By 2015, YEF's international mission had expanded to campuses across North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia, and South Asia. Dr. Mark Wagner became the Chairman of YEF International. This period also marked the beginning of YEF's first Leadership Conference series in Korea, bringing leaders together for biblical training, fellowship, mission planning, and preparation for continued international expansion.
2016
Developing Regional Leadership
YEF around the world continued growing in number and leadership conferences in Africa, Asia Pacific, South Asia, North America and South America take place, bringing together ministry leaders for further training, fellowship, and preparation for international mission.
2017
YEF Holds Leadership Conference Series and Launches Mission Trips Toward the Vision of 100 Chapters Worldwide
YEF held a series of Leadership Conferences in Korea, strengthening relationships among leaders and developing a shared vision for its expanding international mission. Chapters also began organizing mission and vision trips to new cities, advancing the dream of establishing 100 YEF chapters worldwide.
2018
YEF Holds Inaugural General Assembly in New York as Regional Leadership Retreats Expand Worldwide
YEF International held its inaugural General Assembly in New York, strengthening unity and cooperation across its global network. Building on this momentum, YEF North America, India, Africa, and other regions began organizing leadership retreats to deepen relationships, strengthen regional ministry, and develop future leaders.
2019
YEF Expands Its Global Mission Through International Conferences, Leadership Development, and New Chapters
YEF held its 2019 International Mission Conference in the United Kingdom. Representatives also participated in the World Olivet Assembly General Assembly in Dover, New York, and the World Evangelical Alliance General Assembly in Jakarta, Indonesia. Throughout the year, YEF continued developing leaders and planting new chapters around the world.
2020
Sede de YEF establecida en Orlando
A significant milestone in YEF's international development came in 2020 with the acquisition of YEF Headquarters in Orlando, Florida. The headquarters provided a permanent base for international mission coordination, leadership development, training, worship, fellowship, and missionary preparation. As ministry increasingly moved online, YEF held the Online Easter Retreat 2020, Online Summer Retreat 2020, and Online Christmas Retreat 2020.
2021
YEF Strengthens Its Global Network Through New Mission Centers, International Retreats, and Leadership Development
YEF International established mission centers and leadership structures across Southeast Asia, Asia-Pacific, and South America, further strengthening its global ministry network. YEF International Headquarters also began hosting onsite retreats for the first time, welcoming members from around the world. In addition, the ministry participated as a member organization in the 31st General Assembly of the Korea World Missions Association.
2022
YEF Expands Global Mission Vision Across Three Continents
Youth Evangelical Fellowship renewed its global mission vision, joining the wider effort to establish missions in 153 nations. YEF strengthened its leadership, evangelism, and biblical training while expanding its mission work throughout Asia-Pacific, Oceania, and Africa. YEF also participated in the 30th-anniversary celebration of the World Olivet Assembly.
2023
Strengthening the Global Mission Through Missionary Sending and Mission Partnerships
YEF International and HQ continued to strengthen the global mission network through leadership development, campus evangelism, Bible training, and international cooperation. Missionaries were sent out from Southeast Asia, Oceania, and North America to support new mission fields and advance the Gospel among university students worldwide. In Korea, YEFK participated in the 33rd General Assembly of the Korea World Missions Association, welcomed Pastor Kim Myung-hyuk for a special Sunday service.
2024
International HQ Expansion Advances Global Campus Mission
YEF International and HQ continued strengthening regional missions through leadership training, Bible study, campus evangelism, and international coordination. Chapters expanded their outreach among university students, while mission trips, including YEF Korea’s outreach to Mongolia, established new relationships and opened opportunities for future mission growth. The International HQ team also expanded as the headquarters continued to develop its facilities and capacity to support the global mission.
2025
Equipando a una nueva generación en la sede de YEF
In 2025, YEF Headquarters in Orlando held a large internship program and Summer Retreat for college students and young missionaries. Through Bible study, worship, prayer, evangelism, ministry training, fellowship, and practical mission experiences, participants were given opportunities to deepen their faith while experiencing the daily life of Christian mission. These programs reflected YEF's continued commitment to raising and equipping a new generation of students and young missionaries who can carry the gospel to university campuses, cities, and nations.
2026
Expanding the Mission to More Than 60 Nations
In 2026, YEF enters a new season of international expansion with plans to establish and strengthen chapters across more than 60 nations. Building upon more than two decades of campus evangelism, discipleship, leadership development, and international mission, YEF is working to develop stronger national fellowships, digital mission platforms, local leadership, and partnerships with churches around the world. The vision is not simply to establish a presence in more countries, but to build sustainable mission fields where young people can encounter the gospel, study the Word of God, grow as disciples, and eventually become missionaries and leaders themselves.
Continuando la misión
Desde sus primeras raíces en el ministerio universitario hasta una comunión internacional presente en varios continentes, la historia de YEF es un testimonio de la gracia y la fidelidad de Dios.
Lo que comenzó como una pequeña semilla ha seguido creciendo mediante estudios bíblicos, evangelismo en el campus, retiros, centros misioneros, conferencias de liderazgo, alianzas internacionales, formación misionera y la entrega de jóvenes creyentes que han respondido al llamado de Dios.
Hoy, YEF sigue mirando al futuro con una visión de más campus, ciudades, centros misioneros y naciones. A medida que se establecen y fortalecen capítulos en más de 60 naciones, YEF desea levantar jóvenes que no solo reciban el evangelio, sino que lleguen a ser discípulos, líderes y misioneros que lo lleven a otros.
Nuestra historia se sigue escribiendo
Cada estudiante alcanzado, cada estudio bíblico abierto, cada líder levantado, cada misionero enviado, cada campus pionero y cada nación alcanzada se convierte en un capítulo más de la historia de la obra de Dios a través de YEF.
De una pequeña semilla de mostaza a una misión internacional en crecimiento, YEF sigue adelante en fe, levantando a la próxima generación para amar a Cristo, servir a su Iglesia y llevar el evangelio a las naciones.