Numerous individuals find themselves at a time in their life where the next step is not an obvious one. You might be a student who has just graduated, or maybe you are recently retired from work. Maybe you’ve recently been been made redundant and feel disheartened at being unemployed, but equally discouraged by the variety of work opportunities out there. During times like these, we often look for a different course of action. An organization called DNA (dna-uk.org) are offering such an alternative – to become a Discipleship Christian for 11 months.
DNA are providing an 11 month long experience of total submergence into Christian Discipleship, ranging from October to August. This is seen as a practical experience, needing the participant to live within a Christian surrounding – either within your own church if you already attend one, or a specified church if you are not presently a member of a church. Your normal day will require helping out with the everyday activities of the church, and to be coached by its fellow members in bible studies. The course assures faith in action, so those who sign up can expect a very practical experience of living their faith, and not only the study of it.
Further advantages of the placements include:-
- it’s practical; what you’ll learn is what you will actually do
- preparing you for the workplace environment
- dependence on the person and force of the Holy Spirit in and through you
- offering an accredited programme through the National Open College Network
- relational, non-religious Christianity; it’s fun!
There are 3 varieties of course open : Track 1 is the most popular access point to DNA – it is the fullest DNA expereince. The vast bulk of individuals choose this as the best-fit choice for them. Track 2 is more suited to you if taking a full “year-out” is not practically viable. This could be for issues such as work or family commitments. Track 2 consequently proffers some flexibility. Track 3 proffers individuals the opportunity of coming in to be with us for as many specific training sessions or days as they want.
