Missionary Training Program

Why training?

Jesus designated the missionary task an extremely high priority. So high, that in these complex times, a specialized training program to equip individuals for the task is very necessary.

In our training program you will be exposed to many essential areas that are vital in the missionary endeavor. Through Foundationally Imperative Training topics (F.I.T.), you will be much better prepared for this important task.

Purpose: To equip individuals for long-term, cross-cultural missionary ministry by covering information considered essential to accomplishing the task.

Along with a simple living lifestyle, below is a sample of the F.I.T. categories and subject matter that will be covered in the program.

THE CULTURE OF THE FEW

What makes this task unique from others.

BIBLICAL FOUNDATIONS

Biblical Basis for missions.
What Missions is not.
Scripturally sound guidance in practical living principles.

PERSONAL GROWTH and CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT

Guidance in daily disciplines for a structures lifestyle.
Principles for practical living in the areas that tend to be most troublesome for missionaries.

CROSS-CULTURAL MINISTRY PREPARATION

Guidance to help the missionary understand, appreciate and function in a cross-cultural environment. Including understanding one’s natural tendencies and the jolts associated with living in another.

LANGUAGE AQUISITION

Emphasizing the Importance of the heart language, acquisition tools and strategies are covered in depth.

CHURCH PLANTING

Definition, principles, stages, and responsibilities of the church planting process.

PRACTICAL TOPICS

Many topics of needed exposure regarding relationships, health, family and safety and pitfalls are covered.