The Christian Economic Development Association Inc. (CEDA) is a multicultural, multi-racial, interdenominational, faith based financial concepts ministry. We believe that God has "called" us to foster economic development through spiritual growth for Christians and non-Christians alike. It is our mission to educate the public on financial concepts, particularly to encourage individuals to gain knowledge and self-assurance in their own economic acumen. We recognize that through an understanding of the word of God, and by encouraging faith and belief in a spiritual calling, individuals can find the confidence and motivation to strive for and attain both personal and financial success.

The vision of our ministry is threefold:

1. Networking - Organize networking events where Christians and non-Christians can counsel each other on economic issues. Psalms 1:1-3 (KJV) "Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper".

2. Business Promotion - Promote the usage, where applicable and prudent, of the goods and services of Christian owned businesses (you can "be" a blessing by buying in the body). Genesis 12:1-3 (NIV) The Lord had said to Abram, "Leave your country, your people and your father's household and go to the land I will show you. I will make you into a great nation and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you."

3. Shared Resources - Encourage Christian and non-Christian men and women to share their time, talents, and resources including money, with each other. Luke 6:38 (NIV) "Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you."

We will empower others by organizing workshops, trade fairs, speaking forums, networking events, and the publication of a citywide Christian business directory. Additionally, we will bring individuals, businesses and government officials together in a working relationship to accomplish the mission and vision of this ministry.