Training and Education
At New Horizons Ministries,
we believe that having a heart of compassion is a great place to
start, but we believe that it is not enough if you're going to serve the youth.
Street culture is radically different from
the culture to which most of us are accustomed, and
we can love the youth best when we take time to
learn about the issues that affect their lives. The training we
provide reflects our conviction that
these youth are precious to God and that knowing them is a privilege.
We have been conducting
training since 1982. In this time we have developed a set of
appropriate topics for training that continue to evolve,
reflecting the current challenges of street ministry. Regardless
of whether you are interested in becoming a volunteer with
New Horizons, or are simply interested in urban ministry, our training
is certain to be a valuable tool for you.
Commonly
Asked Questions
What are the objectives
of training?
We address three questions in our training:
- Who is New Horizons Ministries?
- Who are the youth we serve?
- How do we interact with the youth?
To answer these questions,
the training covers the following topics:
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New Horizons
and how we operate |
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Profile of Youth
on the Street |
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Street
Culture |
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Prostitution |
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Chemical
Dependency |
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Medical
Issues |
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Justice
System |
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Crisis
Intervention |
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Relational
Counseling |
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Boundaries |
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Adolescent
Development |
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Theology
of Ministry at New Horizons |
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Spiritual
Formation |
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Volunteer
Perspectives |
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Who should attend training?
While our training is designed to equip people who want to work
with New Horizons, the training is open to anyone who would like
to know more about the lives of youth
living on the street. The training program is also used by
other service agencies throughout the city to train their volunteers
and staff.
We conduct training three times each year; the training
consists of two all-day sessions, for a total of 16 hours of training. To be
considered for a volunteer position with New Horizons, you must complete
both sessions of the training. To be
considered for a volunteer position with New Horizons, you must
complete all three sessions of the training.
Does attendance at training
commit me to service with New Horizons?
No. The training we offer is a good way to become more familiar
with New Horizons and with street culture, and it is also a good
way to begin assessing whether ministry to street youth is something
you’re interested in.
What are the dates and
times of the upcoming training?
We offer training three times each year, in the Spring, Summer, and Fall.
The training consists of a total of 16 hours, split between two all day sessions.
Both sections must be completed in order to volunteer in a direct-service role.
For specific dates and times, please email volunteer@nhmin.org or call our Development Manager at 206-374-0866 x103.
What qualifications must
I have to volunteer with New Horizons?
Candidates for volunteer Direct Service positions (working directly with youth) must be Christians whose lives readily demonstrate a commitment to Jesus Christ; they must be at least 21 years old; they must complete both sessions of the New Horizons training; and they must complete a volunteer application and interview. For more information, see the Direct
Service page.
How much does training
cost?
The fee for training is $75. Partial scholarships are available.
For more information please
email volunteer@nhmin.org
or call our Development Manager at 206-374-0866 x103.
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