God's Call

Hello everyone and thank you so much for your time. This has been an amazing 2 month journey for me. I was literally “called” this short time ago, but now looking back…..my life has been planned out from the beginning, I just failed to recognize the road signs! I was all set to attend Western Michigan University in the fall of 2010 and embark on “the rest of my life” when God had other plans for me. To be completely honest, I wasn’t immediately happy with his “CALL” and tried desperately to run! But for all of you who have that special & unique relationship with our Lord, you can run but you sure can’t hide! I am more than excited to see what God has in store for me and honored that he has called “me” to be used as his hands and feet to touch lives and see them completely changed….all for the Glory of God! This incredible journey which will begin on July 8^th 2010 will be the biggest step I have taken in my life thus far.

As a full time student I am required to raise 100% of my financial fees for school, fees and field assignments. I humbly ask for your support, whether it is by prayer or monetary in nature. I ask that you pray and ask God what he would have you to do. I appreciate each thought, prayer or gift that will help further God’s kingdom.

In “HIS” Service,

Kaylea

What is YWAM DTS?

DTS stands for Discipleship Training School. The goal over the 5-6 months of DTS is for a person to develop a deep intimacy with God, to be raised up and prepared messengers to deliver the gospel of Jesus Christ to those who don't know Him. DTS equips and releases young leaders who are hungry to see change in this world. This is an intensive training course which focuses on developing character and a complete dependence on God. DTS is divided in to 2 parts: Lectrue Phase and Outreach Phase.

Lecture Phase 12 Weeks: Classes run in weekly modules with topics like: Hearing the Voice of God, Intercession, The Father Heart of God, Spiritual Warfare, Relationships, Evangelism and Missions. Students live out what they are learning through one-on-one discipleship, Bible studies, local outreach and campus work duties.

Outreach Phase 10-12 Weeks: In teams, students and staff serve alongside long-term YWAM missionaries in different countries. This is where what you have learned is put into practice. You'll be stretched and challenged in your relationship with God like never before and you're guaranteed to have many opportunities to see others come to know God as well.


WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF THE YWAM DTS

* To gather and challenge people to worship, listen to and obey God, releasing them (in the context of the DTS) to serve through evangelism, intercession, acts of compassion and other expressions of God's heart for the world, possibly even pioneering new ministries.

* To inspire and cultivate growth in one's relationship with God resulting in Christ like character, which is based on a solid Biblical foundation, the work of the Holy Spirit and the personal application of Biblical truth, especially concerning God's Character, the Cross and empowering Grace.

* To sharpen one's ability to relate to, learn from and work with people, including those of different cultures, personalities and perspectives.

* To further equip each one to serve God's purposes either in or outside of YWAM Family of Ministries, strengthening a commitment to reach the lost, especially the unreached, to care for the poor, and to influence all areas of society.

* To impart the vision and foundational values of Youth With A Mission International as well as that of the host operating location and to provide information regarding a variety of opportunities for service.