Youth with a Mission (typically shortened YWAM, generally pronounced /ˈwaɪwæm/) is an interdenominational Christian training organisation. Founded in 1960, the group’s initial focus was to get young people involved in Christian missions.
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What denomination is YWAM?
Youth with a Mission (typically shortened YWAM, generally pronounced /ˈwaɪwæm/) is an interdenominational Christian training organisation. Founded in 1960, the group’s initial focus was to get young people involved in Christian missions.
Who started YWAM?
Loren Cunningh…Darlene Cunningh…
Youth With A Mission/Founders
Does YWAM accept everyone?
Yes! Family in missions is one of YWAM’s values, and we believe God calls whole families, not just the parents.
How many YWAM missionaries are there?
Today, YWAM has an estimated 18,000 full-time workers in 180 countries and continues to focus in Christian mission work as a parachurch, non-denominational non-profit movement.
Can married couples do YWAM?
Can married couples/families do a school? Yes! Family in missions is one of YWAM’s values, and we believe God calls whole families, not just the parents. Keep in mind, we do require a nanny to come with you to take care of your children so you and your spouse can get the most out of your schooling with no distractions.
How much does YWAM Kona cost?
▸How much does it cost? The cost for lecture phase tuition is $3,995. USD which will cover the cost of room and board, and tuition (does not include airfare). Outreach cost is estimated at $4,500–$5,500 USD.
Does YWAM have an age limit?
Anyone can do a DTS! YWAM was created to equip and send young people into the nations, but as long as you are 17 years old or older with having completed high school (or have a GED), you can apply! There are some DTS’s that specifically focus on providing mission training for families or older students.
How does YWAM work?
YWAM stands for Youth with a Mission. It is a 6-month discipleship training school. It is similar to a gap year program. YWAM wants young people to dedicated time to knowing God more and making Him known in the nations.
How many bases does Ywam have?
YWAM’s University of the Nations (U of N) operates in 650 locations in 160 countries, providing programs in approximately 100 languages around the world.
How old do you have to be to do YWAM?
17 years old or older
YWAM was created to equip and send young people into the nations, but as long as you are 17 years old or older with having completed high school (or have a GED), you can apply! There are some DTS’s that specifically focus on providing mission training for families or older students.