Volunteers Needed for New Clubs!
We are on the brink of re-starting several Good News Clubs and need volunteers to help bring God’s love to public school children as soon as possible. The clubs are: Ellwood, and Kellogg (Goleta), Franklin (East Side), Canalino (Carpinteria), The Village and Lighthouse Apartments (Westside, evenings), and a new Harding School club! If interested in learning more, click here or contact Sharon or Marina.
Good News Club Schedules!
The 2021-22 Good News Club schedules are ready! Go here to find the club best for your family’s schedule! Please spread the word!!
Latest CEF Prayer Letter
The September CEF prayer letter is ready for you here. Thank you for praying for our Good News Clubs and the children who will be learning about the Lord starting this month! The Lord opens many doors when we pray!
CEF GOLF TOURNAMENT COMING SOON!
The CEF Golf Tournament will take place Friday, October 8th at Santa Barbara Golf Club. Do you have or know a golf team which can participate? Would you be willing to sponsor part of the event or donate a gift or service for the raffle or auction? Please click here for more details!
CEF Seeking Volunteers for Fall Clubs!
Praise God for a successful summer of Good News Clubs and more children entrusting their lives to the Lord! We are now planning Fall Good News Clubs! The more volunteers, the more clubs we can run… The more clubs, the more children who can hear the Gospel and respond. Will you help with this vital ministry? Click here to sign up on our Volunteer Interest List to learn more!
Soccer Club a great success!
Thank you to all who prayed for our Soccer 5-Day Club! Several children put their trust in the Lord, and all learned and had a super fun time playing soccer!! The Lord provided all the volunteers that were needed… some at the last minute, but they were there and they served well!
Soccer Club Counselors Needed!
Our CEF Soccer Club is coming up July 12-16 from 9am to Noon at the Goleta Valley Community Center. We have over 60 kids signed up, ready to learn about our Lord and play soccer! We still need many adult and teen counselors to lead small groups of children as they rotate through their activities! You do not need to play soccer to volunteer! High school community service hours available! Please click here to sign up… [more]
Joni Eareckson Tada Video
Did you know that Joni Eareckson Tada was featured as one of our Good News Club missionary stories this past school year? She made a video specifically for CEF about her disability and her ministry to the disabled. You can watch it here!
Lego 5-Day Club happening this week!
48 children and many volunteers are ready to enjoy a super fun week of LEGOs, Bible lessons, Missionary stories, snacks and games! Please pray for these children to entrust their lives to the Lord! You can see more prayer requests on the Prayer Corner page. This is going to be an awesome week!
Praise: New Liability Insurance Found
We are happy to report that CEF has secured liability insurance from a new carrier and that all camps will continue to run. The Lord is faithful!
Adventure Club a Success!
The CEF Adventure Club was a great success! Everyone enjoyed hiking, beach day, swimming, and camping while learning about the love of Jesus. Three boys gave their lives to the Lord during this week of adventure!
Adventure Camp Spots Open!
We currently have several open spots for kids to participate in our FREE Adventure Camp! Kids ages 10-12 are encouraged to sign up right away at this link! Hike beautiful local trails, spend a day walking and making sand castles at the beach, and swim and camp at Rancho Oso (optional). Questions? Contact Sharon Jegottka right away!
CEF Board of Directors Open Positions
The CEF Board of Directors is currently seeking new members to help guide our ministry. This is a wonderful team, and we would be blessed to have you join us. Click here for more details!
CEF Luncheon Keynote Featured in Noozhawk
Soo Chang, Head of School for Providence School, was featured along with information about CEF’s programs in this Noozhawk article. Many readers learned more about who we are and what we do!