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Discipleship Training School
Overview:
The Discipleship Training School (DTS) is a 5-6 month program designed to equip and empower this generation with Gods heart for the nations. The core theme is to know God and make Him known and it does simply that. It is all about learning more about who God is and falling head over heals in love with Him along the way. Throughout the DTS experience, students will only learn in a classroom setting, but live missionally by serving in the local community, attending small groups, and experiencing one on one discipleship. The DTS is broken down into 2 sections: a 3 month lecture phase followed by a 2-3 month outreach overseas. If you want to dive deeper into your relationship with God and learn more about who He created you to be, the DTS is an amazing avenue to do so.
Lecture Phase:
The first part of a DTS is most commonly referred to as the lecture phase. It is full of teachings on various topics all revolving around the character and nature of God. You will hear from internationally renown speakers whose objective is not to only fill you head with information, but to speak transformationally and encourage you in all that God is calling you to.
Some sample topics include:
Father-heart of God
Character and Nature of God
Missions and Evangelism
Hearing the Voice of God
Biblical Worldview
Spiritual Warfare
and Worship.
Outreach Phase:
The second part is most commonly known as the outreach phase. It is a time for you to share the good news of Jesus Christ with people who have never experienced His love. You will be immersed in a cross-cultural setting with opportunities to put into practice all that you learned in the lecture phase. We've recently sent teams to Russia, India, China, Thailand, Myanmar, Sudan, Uganda, Rwanda, Morocco and Egypt. Whether you are working in the slums of Africa or the red light districts of Bangkok, your outreach phase is sure to leave you ruined for the ordinary.
The Challenge:
We as YWAM Salem, believe that this generation has what it takes to literally change the world. We want to see the hurt and the broken, the widow and the orphan, get a chance to know Jesus. Will you be a part of this life changing experience with us? Will you step out and go on the adventure of a lifetime?
Cost:
Application Fee:
$45 Lecture: $3000 (Includes room and board.)
Outreach: $2000 + airfare* Cost includes room and board in Salem as well as ground fees on outreach (food, transportation, and housing).
Additional costs may include extra immunizations.
International Students:
Completed applications should be received 4 months prior to the start of the school (Africans at least 6 months.) Each family member, including children, that are coming to the school must have their own passport that is valid up to six months after the end date of the school. We will begin your visa process after you have been accepted.
Dates:
Engage DTS: March 26, 2012 - August 30, 2012
April 1, 2013 - August 30, 2013
Fall DTS: September 20, 2012 - February 2013
September 23, 2013 - February 2014
Winter DTS: January 7, 2013 - June 2013
U of N Credits: 20. (DSP 211, 212) These credits may be applied to a U of N degree program or transferred to other participating colleges or universities.
School Leader:
Fall - Samuel & Melissa Matthias. Sam is from Baunatal, Germany and Mel from small town Ottawa, Kansas. They've been married for 4 adventurous years which has taken them to 17 odd countries. Sam got involved with YWAM in Germany in 2004 before joining YWAM Salem where he met Mel. They have been based out of Salem since 2005. They share a passion for discipleship and getting people from all over the world released into the dreams of God. Their heart pounds for South-East Asia.
Prerequisites:
Completed high school or be at least 18 years old.