History

Edi Phi has its roots in the young adult class YAM started by Ryan Downing in September of 1999. At that time, the class was comprised of only high school students, but it soon grew to include high schoolers, college students, working young adults, and married couples. YAM's unique style of relevant messages packaged in innovative ways quickly caused it to grow and become a staple at Phoenix First Assembly of God church that was frequented by many. In 2003, David Blythe began Edi Phi as another alternative for young adults. His insight into the issues young adults deal with on a daily basis made it a popular class that quickly grew. After over a year of tremendous growth of both Edi Phi and YAM, it was decided that these two ministries with the same goal of helping young adults realize the purpose God gave them, should combine their efforts. So in late 2004, Edi Phi and YAM became one, giving both groups a unified focus and the access to new resources so they could make things happen. Integrating these ministries has been one of the most positive developments in the young adult ministry at the church and we believe God has even greater things in store for the future.