Are you called to missions as a family or as a single person,
but don't know how to sort through the many options? Do a
Crossroads DTS!
The
Crossroads Discipleship Training School is the same in purpose
as the DTS. The only difference is the CDTS seeks to minister
to people at all stages of life and is family friendly. It
is for those who are at a crossroad or are seeking new direction,
new vision and renewal in the Lord.
The
purpose of the DTS is to prepare messengers of the Gospel by developing
a daily walk with the Lord rather than just accumulating knowledge.
Our outreach focus is indigenous peoples around the world, and primarily
First Nations groups in Canada. The purpose of the CDTS can be broken
down into 4 parts:
TO
EQUIP the Christian messenger to grow in relationship
with God, providing a solid Biblical foundation and encouraging
the development of Christ-like character through the personal
application of truth.
TO
CHALLENGE the Christian messenger to become involved
in world evangelism with YWAM or other ministries, to awaken a
burden for reaching the unreached, to develop a vision for influencing
all areas of society, and to commit to strengthening the global
Body of Christ.
TO
IMPART to the Christian messenger an understanding
of Youth With A Mission International, its foundational values,
calling and opportunities for service.
TO
PREPARE Christians for service in the local church
and the local community.
Course
Content
The
Christian's relationship to God
- His character and ways, listening to the voice of God, developing
a personal devotional life
The
Christian's relationship to oneself and others - relationships,
gifting, ministry, family in ministry.
The
Christian's relationship to the Word - building a lifestyle
of personal study, meditation and application of Biblical
truth.
The
Christian's relationship to the World - evangelism, sharing
your faith, reaching the unreached, worldview, cross-cultural missions.
The
Christian's relationship to the Church - commitment, unity,
missions bridge.
The
Christian's relationship to the Enemy - resisting temptation,
intercession and spiritual warfare.
YWAM
International - YWAM's three-fold calling to training, evangelism
and mercy ministries.
Our
school leaders and staff are committed to serving you, making sure
that your time here will be a positive one. Course speakers represent
a variety of ministries, cultural backgrounds and experience with
a passion to disciple and train up individuals to answer the call
of God on their lives.
The
CDTS is a five to six month program consisting of a 3-month lecture
phase, followed by a 2-3 month field assignment. Lectures are designed
to teach Biblical principles of discipleship. The focus is on the
character of God, Christian character and missions. The field assignment
is designed as an opportunity to put into practice that which you
have learned in the classroom, and in so doing, help fulfill the
Great Commission.
DTS promo-video, click to enlarge
Cost
For
students continuing on in the degree program with the University
of the Nations or desiring a position on staff with YWAM, successful
completion of both phases (Lecture & Outreach) is required.
Registration
fee: CND$50.00 This should accompany your application and is non-refundable.
There
is a $50.00 damage deposit/linen deposit for your room. This is
refundable if you leave the room as sweet as you found it, and we
get our linens back! :)
Lecture
phase: CND$3500.00 The balance of this fee is to be paid within
the first week of lecture phase.
Outreach
phase: CND$4000.00 This cost is subject to change pending travel
costs and exchange rate.
Total
Tuition: approx. CND$7550.00 (Please note that we cannot process
credit cards -- money orders and cheques are preferred.)
Children
3 years of age and under: FREE
Children
4 - 7 years of age: $100.00 per month
Children
8 - 12 years of age: $200.00 per month
Children
13 - 18 years of age: $300.00 per month
Please
be aware that the fees are subject to change without further notice!
School
fees must be paid with in the first week of arrival unless prior
agreements have been made with the school director.
*Youth
With A Mission Okanagan is operated on a nonprofit basis. Students
are charged no more than is absolutely necessary to balance the
annual budget. In fact, YWAM is subsidized through gifts from staff,
friends and alumni.
Passports
We
request that ALL students have a passport valid for a least
one year past your DTS completion date.
Field
Assignment (Outreach Location)
As
a base our heart is passionate for indigenous people around the
world. Our outreach locations have included: Canada, Alaska, Greenland,
Norway, Africa, Fiji and Guyana. Currently, the focus of the CDTS is to minister
among First Nations in Canada and North Amerika.
Daily
Schedule
Each
day begins with a time of mediating on God's word followed
by lectures and all base worship. Generally, we have twelve
hours of lecture a week as well as times for intercession
and worship. We will have times for fun, small groups, activities
and physical recreation. Some days or evenings will
be scheduled for evangelism or serving in the community (Westbank
First Nation and/or Kelowna Gospel Mission).
Work
Duties
Keeping
the campus running is also part of the school curriculum, so you
will be assigned your own work duty while in DTS. For approximately
two hours per day you will be involved with cleaning, maintenance
work, or cooking. The DTS is a very intense program. Be prepared
to stretch and grow in every direction!
How
about after the CDTS?
After
completing the Crossroads Discipleship Training School you can join
any of over 500 YWAM bases around the world in a combined effort
towards world evangelism, training and mercy ministry. The DTS is
also the prerequisite for additional training and degree programs
offered by the University of the Nations, YWAM's educational arm.
Questions?
We'd love to help! Just email us at ywamok_dts@shaw.ca,
and we'll be happy to respond to any questions you may
have about the Crossroads DTS.
