The L.E.A.D program is for 4-6 qualified young adults (ages 18-25) who have a demonstrated aptitude for leadership, a genuine interest in growing spiritually, and a desire to express an active faith.
A key component of the L.E.A.D program is the spiritual development of the participant in their Christian faith and life. They will be involved in Bible studies, book studies, attending church and practising spiritual disciplines. Intentional focus will be given to spiritual development and engaging faith in life and ministry.
Leadership development occurs as participants are exposed to all aspects of leadership both in theory and practice. Through practical teaching and supervised experience, each participant will grow in their understanding of ministry and leadership. During the 8 months, participants will gain practical experience serving the year-round ministry of camp including working with churches and school groups.
A key outcome is for each participant to have strengthened character so they are able to thrive personally and relationally. Participants will be living in community. Experiential lessons in character development will occur as participants are stretched and challenged in their responsibilities, attitude and relational skills. Specific teaching and books studies will address issues of integrity, personal values, and conflict resolution. Through Bible study and teaching participants will be developing a Biblical perspective on current social and moral issues.
Participants will grow in practical skill development and excellence in work through hands-on experience rotating through a variety of areas including: Outdoor Education and Retreats, working in food service, facilities (maintenance and cleaning) and administration. The primary work will be done hosting church, school and communities groups, as well as providing program activities for them. There will also be practical training provided in safety, food handling and program training.
The cost to you is your investment of time and energy as you respond to God’s work in your life through participation in L.E.A.D. Participants will receive a $175 monthly stipend plus room and board. Books and resources will be provided as part of the program, as well as some work equipment and uniforms.
Participants will stay on site at either Pioneer Camp Lodge, Sundre or Pioneer Camp Ranch, Rocky Mountain House. There will be a common meeting area used for teaching. There may be two people per room for sleeping accommodations. Housing is provided at no cost as part of the program.
L.E.A.D is an intentional and intense 8 month experience, starting at the beginning of September and going to the end of April. There will be time off in December as well as as well as opportunity for time off during the year, including a weekly Sabbath. The goal is to place participants in camp ministry or other active ministry following the completion of the program.
We are looking for applicants who are energetic, determined, hard-working and sincerely interested in growing in their faith. Each applicant must be a high school, college or university graduate. The application and interviews will help us determine your qualification and suitability for the program.
Guatemala (‘place of many trees’) lives up to its name and gives visitors an thrilling view of Central America. The country with the highest and most active volcanoes, remarkable Mayan ruins, dense jungles and an indigenous culture that flourishes through its traditional music, lively dance and colourful embroidered clothing.
Years of historical activity has left the country with an abundance of archaeological sites as well as colonial cities. Its landscape is renowned for spectacular views with mountains and some of the most impressing stretches of river in the world.
The Mayan heart of Central America, Guatemala borders Mexico to the north and west, Belize to the northeast and Honduras and El Salvador to the east. Scattered around this mountainous and jungle covered country, the impressive ancient Mayan ruins and colonial buildings are a reminder of Guatemala’s heritage and civilised past.
Until recently, Guatemala was little visited and this culturally rich, archaeologically fascinating country, with its diverse natural environment, is a one-off that must be visited to be understood.
With the Caribbean to its east, The Pacific Ocean to the south west and Mexico bordering on the north and west, Guatemala is located in Central America and has an area of just over 108,000 square kilometres. Guatemala lies between latitudes 13° and 18°N, and longitudes 88° and 93°W. Guatemala’s terrain is very mixed, with mountains, rainforests, small dessert patches as well as an extensive coast. The capital: Guatemala de la Asunción- ‘Guatemala City’ is located in the highlands or the Pacific Coast region; two of three major areas in the country that are divided by the two mountain chains. The three regions vary in climate and contrast one another in landscape.
Despite the large amount of poverty in the country, Guatemala has a relatively stable government as a constitutional democratic republic. The President of Guatemala is both head of state and head of government, and of a multi-party system. Since January 2008 Álvaro Colom has been the president of Guatemala.
Guatemala’s main source of (foreign) income comes from remittances from Guatemalans who fled the country during the civil war to the United States. A quarter of the country’s GDP comes from agriculture with it serving as employment for half the population; bananas are the country’s main export as well as coffee, sugar and textiles. The service sector is the largest part of GDP for the country. Tourism is starting to become an increasing source of income for Guatemala.
There are over 20 ‘Mayan’ languages which are spoken by many indigenous Guatemalans. The official first language in the country is Spanish; however it is not spoken at all by some; which include elderly natives and those living in rural areas and on the Caribbean coast. Spanish is a first or second language to around 93% of the population.
Religious freedom features in the country’s constitution. The two main religions in Guatemala are Catholic and Protestant: with approximately 57% Catholic and 40% protestant and 3% Eastern Orthodox. There are also small communities of Jews, Buddhists and the indigenous Mayan faith followers.
After the battle through ground conditions – described as “possibly the worst seen in years” – and a strict policy that saw tests conducted every 250 m, the construction team has completed this phase of the development and kept the project on track for its December 2018 finish date.
Under a joint venture consisting of John Holland, MPC Group and TRILITY, the W2BH project will run 270 km and provide a long term water supply to Broken Hill.
At peak, it will supply up to 37.4 ML of raw water local Broken Hill provider Essential Water, which will maintain responsibility for water treatment and distribution for customers.