Conscious of the fact that you might make a greater impact for His kingdom with a bit more specific preparation for missions work then you’ve received thus far? If so, then perhaps our Field-environment Intensive Training (FIT) might be a good choice as the final preparation step of your journey to the field He has called you to work in. This extreme and extensive course of preparation was designed specifically for those whom God has called to serve Him in the foreign mission field and will be departing for the field within a few months after completing our program. In a sense, this two and a half week time of preparation is for those “in the chute”, who have their home church leadership, along with friends and family behind them and the imminent departure for the field in front of them. If that’s you, then:
The value of being equipped in the eight key areas that every serious missionary encounters once on the field, and thus should be prepared for: Relational skills Leadership skills Administrative skills Personal Health Practical Ministry skills Cross-cultural skills Family relationships Church relationships
Receiving this instruction from experienced, field-tested missionaries such as: Pastor Jeff Jackson, former missionary and church planter in Cebu City, Philippines. Pastor Trip Kimball, founding and former senior pastor of Calvary Chapel of Joshua Springs and who has recently returned from more than 13 years serving in the Philippines. Pastor Jeff Fadness, current senior pastor of Calvary Chapel of Pocatello, Idaho, and former missionary-church planter for more than 12 years in the former Soviet Union. And other missions minded and experienced pastors and teachers...and all of this in a "missions" environment...the greater Tijuana, Mexico, area, just minutes south of San Diego, California.
Having finished the classroom teaching just before lunch each day and then after lunch, experiencing firsthand a variety of actual ministries taking place in this busy metro area of almost 3 million people. Almost any type of ministry taking place in any developing nation around the world is taking place in this city. Observe, participate, ask questions, plot a strategy for your future ministry with the leaders of these ministries, many of which are missionaries, just like you’ll be.
Spending 3 full days and nights living with a Mexican family! The relationships you’ll build, the culture shock you’ll experience, the greater depth of intimacy and dependence on the Lord this week will produce will be unforgettable. This is an immersion experience that will be life changing, for you, your family, and the Mexican family you have lived with! The next FIT will be offered in late Spring 2009. Please contact us by phone or email for an application. Phone: (505) 248-9849
