Discipleship Program

The unexamined life is not worth living. Those were the words of Socrates but they contain an important lesson for followers of Christ.  We live in a time where information is more plentiful and accessible than ever before.  As Christians we can mistake an abundance of spiritual knowledge as true spiritual growth.  Many believers go about their lives without taking sufficient time to recognize the implications of what they know and the important calling it places on their lives.

Our aim is to help students re-examine all of life from God's perspective—to teach them how to be more thoughtful and intentional with what they believe.  Through a special time of training, mentoring, and personal application, we want to help prepare young men and women too be loyal to the mighty work of God in and through their lives.

We believe in the value of setting aside a unique period of time to lay a foundation for this kind of a more thoughtful and intentional life.  During the program students are trained and mentored with a focus on cultivating both the heart and the mind, introduced to the benefit of spiritual disciplines, and equipped to study scripture and talk about their faith.

Attendees take advantage of this rich discipleship experience in a safe and close-nit community of fellow students and loving staff.  Each day is also fortified with activities and times of refreshment to compliment learning and growth.

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Upcoming Session: TBA

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Eligibility

We welcome both new and more mature believers from a variety of Christian backgrounds and traditions. The program is intended for high schoolers, college students, and young adults who want to grow in their faith.

Requirements:

• An understanding and belief in the gospel of Jesus Christ.

• A genuine desire to live for the glory of God.

• At least 16-21+ years of age.

We are more than happy to enroll young adults over the age of 21, but they are only accepted on a case by case basis. Additional requirements and restrictions may apply to older students. Please contact us if you are interested and we will be glad to answers any of your questions and help guide you through the process.

Format & Schedule

Upcoming Session: TBA

This two-week program is designed to give students an opportunity to digest and experience vital truths about the Christian life in a deeper and more practical way.  We have created an intentionally unhurried schedule that allows more time for students to reflect on what they hear and discuss what they are learning with staff, mentors, and fellow students.

During the first week students will participate in twenty-five sessions carefully selected to challenge and equip them in both heart and mind.  Over the course of the program each student is in a mentoring relationship with a mature believer who is there to counsel and guide them in understanding and applying what they learn to their own circumstances.

The second week of the program is heavily geared towards personal application.  With the help of a mentor, students will be responsible for planning a portion of their own schedule to challenge themselves in areas of needed growth.  We want students to begin personally experiencing what they have been taught before returning home.

Various aspects of the program:

• Daily time alone with God

• One-on-one mentoring

• Biblical teaching

• Guest speakers

• Open forums

• Small group Bible studies

• Christian reading

• Prayer and worship

• Personal application projects

• Delicious home-style meals

• Fellowship with other students

• Indoor and outdoor activities

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A limited number of students are accepted into the program.  Our goal is to foster closer relationships and give students a better opportunity to interact with staff and teachers throughout the program.

Content

Themes and topics will include: the gospel, desiring God, biblical perspectives on emotions, the role of the mind in the christian life, outreach and evangelism, biblical hermeneutics, spiritual disciplines, apologetics, and missions.

These themes and many others will be presented in teaching sessions, and reinforced and discussed in mentoring relationships and small groups.  The majority of teaching during the program will be done by individuals on our Board of Directors.  Several guest speakers will also be visiting during the second week of the program.

Location

TBA

Enrollment

Upcoming Session: TBA

Session choices that were available during the January enrollment period are no longer being offered, but you are still welcome to register for the selected session in June as long as spots are available.

The number of spots available is based upon how many volunteer mentors there are for a particular session, and how many students are signed up. Our goal is to provide each student with a dedicated mentor.

Tuition

If you find yourself with a genuine desire to attend this discipleship program, we encourage you to take a steps towards enrollment regardless of your financial limitations.  Our commitment is to come alongside you and see your willingness to learn and grow affirmed and fulfilled. We have never turned anyone away because of cost.

Sponsorship

Students can apply for a sponsorship to cover up to $250 of their tuition.

This funding is provided by donors who are willing to be matched with students who need financial assistance.  We arrange these matches and facilitate a relationship between students and their sponsors.  Sponsorship requires an approval process that can be discussed with the Student Director during the application process.

If you have any interest in becoming a sponsor, visit the Sponsorship page.
 

Additional Discounts

Further recourse is available to students without the financial ability to cover the remaining cost.  During the registration process students can request this kind of additional assistance on the Financial Aid Application.