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Young Life is a non-profit, Christian-based youth outreach organization. Founded in 1941 in Texas, Young Life has since grown and is now in all 50 states and over 100 countries. 

Young Life’s mission statement is "introducing adolescents to Jesus Christ and helping them grow in their faith"

Our primary hope is to build relationships with students who are outside of the church while providing them with authentic relationships, mentorship and discipleship (when they are ready for it).

Young Life Korea (YLK) will be the 105th to be established in the global community. 

The short-term mission is to pioneer YLK in Seoul starting at Soongsil University in Dongjak-gu. To make contact and develop relationships with students, YLK will be offering free English Language Learning services, Career coaching, and fitness and health instruction, while also doing Discovery Bible Study with any Christian students we can come into contact with and help them catch the vision of reaching out to their friends. As we build relationships, the aim is to “earn the right to be heard" and to share the Gospel. 

Part of the Young Life model is to also have a semi-regular event (club) that is safe and relevant for students who are non-Christian and where the Gospel is communicated in a language that they can understand. (Not just in Korean, but in a way that makes sense to them) 

For those that hear and receive the Gospel message and want to learn more, YLK will be providing discipleship through Campaigners, a weekly small group Bible study session, walking alongside students in their spiritual growth. 

Our mission is twofold: to reach Soongsil students who are unchurched and to train volunteer leaders to reach middle and high school students in the local community through relationship building, mentorship and discipleship. 

The long-term vision is to replicate this model of reaching university students, raising them up and training them to be leaders for the next generation, throughout the city of Seoul and beyond. 

**All contributions will be directly deposited into a Young Life account designated to Arnold Kim and will cover all ministry expenses -  operation costs which include events, program expenses, program meals, volunteer leader care and salary.

***For all funds sent to this account, only US Credit Card holders and Paypal users will be able to receive US Tax Documents(Not eligible for Korea Tax Reports). All other funds are qualified for Korean Tax Documents only. Funds sent in South Korean Won cannot be applied to US Tax Documents.

According to the UN, "during the brutally cold winters in Mongolia, many street children in Ulaanbaatar find their best refuge is under their feet. They are called "manhole children" because they seek the warmth of the city’s underground pipes to survive."

Mongol Kids' Home is a local center that cares for these vulnerable kids from low-income homes.

Our team of 14 will embark on a 5-day vision trip to Ulaanbaatar to support Mongol Kids' Home, as King's Cross Church takes this second step to see if how we can partner with them more long term.

Please check our individual pages for more information on our reasons for joining the team and specific prayer requests. We are grateful for your partnership and help in mobilizing us to be the hands and feet that share the Good News with the people of Mongolia.

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Mongolian Christianity 

Revival and Growth (1990s - Present):

• With the fall of the Soviet Union and Mongolia's transition to democracy in the early 1990s, religious freedom was restored. This period marked the resurgence of Christianity in Mongolia.
• Foreign missionaries, often from South Korea and other countries, began arriving to share the Christian faith. They established churches, conducted outreach, and engaged in various social and humanitarian activities.
• Despite initial resistance and challenges, Christianity began to gain some acceptance among Mongolians, especially the younger generations.
• Over time, Mongolian Christians also emerged as leaders and evangelists within their own communities, contributing to the growth of the local Christian movement.

Challenges and Progress:

• Cultural barriers, including Mongolia's deep-rooted Buddhist and shamanistic traditions, presented challenges to the spread of Christianity.
• Some Christian groups were viewed skeptically, and there were cases of confusion between authentic Christian teachings and unorthodox beliefs.
• Legal and bureaucratic obstacles in registering churches and obtaining official recognition sometimes hampered the activities of Christian groups.
• After the rapid growth of Christianity in the country, there has been a steady decline in the last 10 years.

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Trip Details
Date: September 15th-20th
Team: 9 adults and 5 children
Work: Ministering to 50 children between ages 2-10 in a local children's home 

Prayer Points 

• Pray for the health of all members.
• Pray for long-term vision and partnership in the city of Ulaanbaatar 
• Pray that a greater passion for the gospel will be awakened in our church community through this trip.
• Pray for children at MKH, that through our interaction, they will be able to sense the love of our Father.
   

Allocation of Funds

With the raised funds, donations will be made to Mongol Kids' Home and the local church that runs the organization. The rest of the funds will cover team materials and supplies. Fundraising will close on Friday, September 20.

For all funds sent to this account, only US Credit Card holders and Paypal users will be able to receive US Tax Documents(Not eligible for Korea Tax Reports). All other funds are qualified for Korean Tax Documents only. Funds sent in South Korean Won cannot be applied to US Tax Documents.

Why Your Giving Matters:

1. Financial Stewardship: Your financial contributions play a pivotal role in maintaining the financial health of our church. By contributing, you actively participate in the stewardship of resources, ensuring that our church not only survives but thrives. These funds go towards essential needs such as rent, staff support, and the ongoing development of impactful projects. 

2. Spiritual Nourishment: Giving transcends mere financial transactions; it becomes a sacred act of spiritual nourishment. As you give, you engage in a profound spiritual practice that aligns with the core values of our faith. Your generosity reinforces the principles of compassion, kindness, and unity that define the essence of our spiritual journey. Your contributions, whether large or small, become a testament to the richness of our collective spiritual experience.

Thank you for being an integral part of this transformative journey. Together, let's continue to make a lasting impact that extends far beyond the walls of our church, touching the lives of individuals and families in our community and beyond. Through your giving, you contribute not only to the sustenance of our church but also to the flourishing of the spiritual well-being that defines us as a vibrant and compassionate congregation.