In 2002 a small group of college students began a movement – the result of a hungering for the Word of God, deeper relationship with Christ and an active life in His service.
Uphold the distinctive message of the Seventh-day Adventist Church; to aspire to excellence in all aspects of their lives – academic, professional, and spiritual; to embrace the call to radical discipleship, including a life of missionary service; and to be supportive and respectful of denominational leadership while remaining a youth-led movement.
There exists today an army of dedicated young people within the Seventh-day Adventist Church who yearn to demonstrate Nehemiah’s leadership, Daniel’s integrity, Mary’s humility, Paul’s passion for evangelism, and Christ’s love for God and humanity.
It is the goal of GYC and its members to seek and galvanize such young people. We aim to mobilize existing youth and young adult ministries that are fully committed to the distinctive message and mission of the Adventist Church towards the proclamation of the Three Angels’ Messages.
GYC seeks to equip and inspire young people to be Christian ambassadors to their respective places of work and study by:
Providing Biblical training in the form of participatory workshops, Bible studies, and inspirational messages at its annual conference.
Fostering and encouraging Christian fellowship among young people from diverse backgrounds.
Creating networking opportunities for Adventist young people and youth-oriented ministries.
Encouraging young people to assume leadership responsibilities by employing their experience and talents in planning and presenting the annual conference and other events.
Dec 2025. Thomas Mayhew, left, Anna Wood, Claire Kim, Andrew Park, Junior Vertus, Stephen Lee, Kelsey Unruh, Othniel Kim
President, Sterling State Bank, MN
Director of Public Campus Ministries & CAMPUS, Michigan Conference
Student, TN
Student, TN
Cardiac Sonographer, FL
Pastor, Michigan Conference
GYC Founder / Executive Secretary, Michigan Conference
Asst. Prosecuting Attorney, Kalamazoo County, MI
Editor, Adventist Review, General Conference, MD
Vice President for Administration, Georgia-Cumberland Conference
Executive Director, Lineage Journey, UK
Associate Director of Public Affairs and Religious Liberty, General Conference, MD
Dean, Adventist School of Medicine of East-Central Africa, Rwanda
Associate Professor, Andrews University, MI
Associate Professor, Southern Adventist University, TN
In seeking to uphold the distinctive message of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, GYC will promote among its participants:
A respect for Scripture as the foundation and test of all teachings and practices
An appreciation for the Spirit of Prophecy as an authoritative source of instruction, comfort, and warning
A quest for Biblical holiness through a daily prayer and devotional experience with Jesus and a commitment to following His Word
A vibrant worship experience one that is characterized by principle, reverence, and decorum
A passion for lost souls animated by personal experience in the saving love of Jesus and a desire for His imminent return
A cultivation of godly relationships preserving purity and encouraging accountability
An exemplary and abundant lifestyle in recreation, entertainment, dress, and healthful living
An enthusiasm for service through care for the needy, service to the community, promotion of human rights, and stewardship of the environment
A commitment to the Seventh-day Adventist Church as God’s remnant church by supporting and upholding its principles, organization, and leadership
An attitude of humility and cordiality as we seek to clarify, articulate, and defend the biblical teachings of the Seventh-day Adventist Church
