Training in Missions (TIM) Program

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Studies tell us that nearly all full-time missionaries determined if the missionary life was for them by going on one or more short-term ministry trips. At GMSA, we believe short-term trips are a great way for prospective missionaries to assess the great opportunities that await them.

Open doors and a lack of workers sufficient to bring in a waiting harvest were the impetus for creation of GMSA's Training In Missions (TIM) program.

Training In Missions is designed primarily for students in Bible schools, Christian colleges or seminaries who are willing to take a year from their studies for practical and satisfying ministry on the Mission Field. This program can also be beneficial for graduates desiring additional preparation in missions. TIM functions, generally, from September 1 through April 30.

TIM is constructed like many on-the-job training programs. Participants not only observe missions in action but also get actively involved in the tasks being done under the direction of experienced missionaries.

Candidates for the TIM program should possess a wholehearted devotion to Jesus Christ as LORD. The program involves hard work, and much of it is menial in nature. Activities are as varied as secretarial functions, construction, maintenance, and camp work; participation in Bible Institute sessions, youth programs, VBS, evangelism, music, etc. The TIM program participant must exhibit a willingness to take orders and carry them out.

TIM students will be traveling and seeing new and strange things but will not be going as "tourists." There are tasks to be done, and they may include hardship, sickness, and a tired body.

Some students go to ARGENTINA — Known for its World Cup Soccer teams and prize beef, Argentina has a people and culture of European and Latin origin. Greater Buenos Aires, the capital city, has a population of 12 million. Spiritism is strong and growing.

Some students go to CHILE — A land of 14 million people nestled between the south Pacific Ocean and the Andes Mountains, Chile's climate varies from extreme desert to rain forest. Its people are of diverse ethnic origins, primarily native Indians and Europeans. Many islanders remain unreached.

Some students go to URUGUAY — Extensive grazing land provides for cattle and sheep. Reforestation is progressing in this small Atlantic republic of European decent (including many Russians). Uruguay's 4 million people are largely indifferent to the Gospel. Evangelical church growth has been very slow — a challenge to missionaries.

If you are interested in TIM, download and print out our application form (PDF). More detailed information may also be requested by calling or e-mailing us.

TIM requires the applicant to have a round-trip air ticket to and from the assigned field and assurance of $450.00 per month (per person) for living and travel expenses while on the Field. These requirements are necessary to secure a tourist visa and satisfy the foreign government that the applicant will not become a liability.

Can't go for eight months? One or two month "short-term missions" trips may be scheduled. These shorter trips provide limited exposure and training. Two years is the limit for "short-term" ministry. We strongly encourage full time "career" applicants who are serious about world missions to join GMSA.

To the Lord's request of, "Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?" Isaiah responded, "...Here am I; send me." We welcome your response to world missions today.

Please also see our Frequently Asked Questions page.

If you are interested in GMSA's Training In Missions program, please complete the following application. Required fields are marked with an asterisk *, please be sure to fill out all sections.

YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION Your Name* Address* City* State Zip Code Country* Phone Number Fax Number E-Mail Address* Date of Birth* January February March April May June July August September October November December 12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031 1940194119421943194419451946194719481949195019511952195319541955195619571958195919601961196219631964196519661967196819691970197119721973197419751976197719781979198019811982198319841985198619871988198919901991199219931994199519961997199819992000 Your Height* Your Weight* Marital Status* Single Engaged Married Widowed Separated Divorced Present Occupation* YOUR TRIP INTERESTS Country(s) of Interest* Check all that apply Argentina Chile Uruguay Area(s) of Interest* Check all that apply Evangelism Church Planting Camping Construction DVBS Other Desired Trip Term* One Month Two Months One Year YOUR EDUCATION What is Your Highest Level of Education?* Where did you receive your Bible training?* Did you graduate?* Yes No

GENERAL QUESTIONS Are you in good physical health?* Yes No Do you have any physical handicaps?* Yes No If yes, please describe Do you have any doctrinal views contrary to that of this mission?* Yes No If yes, please describe Are you, or have you ever been, involved in any area of the tongues movement?* Yes No Have you had any experience in the faith life, trusting God for every need?* Yes No Have you been instrumental in leading another person to Christ?* Yes No Are your parents/guardians in sympathy with your going to the mission field?* Yes No YOUR PASTOR'S INFORMATION Your Church* Pastor's Name* Address* City* State Zip Code Country* Phone Number Thank you for filling out this form!