Cynthia Dyce

How Gospel Run Chicago Activated One Aurora Woman’s Service to Others

Aurora resident Cynthia Dyce first learned of Gospel Run Chicago via social media. As a lifelong runner, she thought the event sounded fun. She had been volunteering with a local health advocacy group, Fox Valley Faith and Health Network. At the next monthly meeting, Cynthia presented the idea to the group and shared her vision of forming a team made up of individuals from the Western Suburbs and beyond like Bolingbrook and Maywood. She invited them to join and represent the Aurora and greater Fox Valley community.

Cynthia’s vision also extended to friends who are not affiliated with a church. “I have a lot of friends that are outside the church. We do other things outside the church.” She wanted to get them more involved in their communities and take ownership of their health.

A realtor by day, Cynthia utilized her network of friends, family, volunteer and church groups to grow one of the all-time top coalition teams in Gospel Run history.  Cynthia drew in so many participants, the Gospel Run organization expanded its Teams program to account for this new  category of “Coalition and Community Teams.”

Recently, Cynthia’s running days were ended by knee and ankle injuries, but her physical setbacks have not slowed Cynthia down.  She has attended every Gospel Run and is still working tirelessly to lead and organize new Gospel Run teams in various communities.  At this year’s race, Cynthia’s 28-year-old son, Christian, came all the way from Tampa to help her motivate the team. Inspired, he now wants to form his own Tampa team!

Although she can no longer run herself, her impact as a Gospel Run organizer continues to grow.  “I love to serve.  [In spite of my injuries], it was important to me to keep the original vision God gave me to build a team of leaders that would influence those in their churches, communities, families, and friends to live healthier lives.  I’m excited to see our team members who now want to influence others to do the same.” 

Cynthia embodies service. A true leader, she’s modest about discussing her impact on the community. “I don’t like being in the front, I like working behind the scenes.” We see you Cynthia and we are so grateful to have you!