Backpackers DTS

Discipleship Training School & Field Assignment (IDS 701/702)

Credits: 20-24

The reason we run a BDTS is that we desire to reach the backpackers of the world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Many backpackers are traveling throughout the world to get answers to who they are, what life is about & what to do with their lives. Many of them return home without answers or even get lost on their travels, stuck in drugs or just living the same life they tried to escape from. It is our heart to share the love of Christ with them in many ways. We will travel on the trails less traveled and take the Gospel not only to backpackers, but also to the locals.

To introduce to you this specific DTS we want to give you a brief description of the two main kinds of backpackers.

A backpacker from Europe often defines himself as a budget traveler who wants to dig deeper into foreign cultures, hang out with fellow travelers, is flexible and usually very relaxed. He loves to meet new people, talk about deep stuff, hear each others stories and do the offered tours.

On the other hand, North Americans picture backpacking as a trip to the great outdoors/ national parks being alone with nature. They use this time for a short get away, a break from every day life.

Goal: Our goal is to radically impact the backpackers with the good news of Jesus Christ through friendship evangelism and to support and establish long term ministries.

Who is the Backpackers DTS for?

This DTS is for anyone who longs for a deeper relationship with Jesus, personal growth and character change.

The love for traveling and adventure will provide a platform for you to get a foot in the door and share christ in everyday situations.

How much is this going to cost me?

We base our school costs on the Per Capita Income (PCI) of each nation. This allows us to cover school costs and make our schools affordable to students from various countries. To find out the costs for each phase of the school, please follow the links to the left.

Additional to the school costs there is an activity fee of 500$ per person which covers equipment, transportation and organized weekend activities.

Upcoming Backpakers DTS Dates (dates subject to change)

April 6th - August 31st, 2012

Click here to download a DTS info packet and application.

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