Common questions

What does YWAM DTS stand for?

What does YWAM DTS stand for?

Youth with a Mission (YWAM, generally pronounced /ˈwaɪwæm/ is Christian training organisation. Founded in 1960, the group’s initial focus was to get youth involved in missions.

Is there an age limit for DTS?

▸What is the minimum age limit for DTS? In general the minimum age is 18, however we do consider applications from 17-year-olds if they have completed high school, will turn 18 prior to the outreach portion of the course. They will need to be accompanied by their legal guardian to registration on arrival day.

Who is the founder of YWAM?

Loren Cunningham
Darlene Cunningham
Youth With A Mission/Founders

What is DTS Australia?

The Discipleship Training School (DTS) is a season for training and equipping for a lifestyle of purpose and transformation. You will emerge in an atmosphere of supported learning, character development, and community service. You will learn new skills, and put your faith into action, while making friends for life.

Is YWAM accredited?

Accreditation. University of the Nations is not accredited by any recognized accreditation body. University of the Nations asserts that other institutions have accepted and continue to accept transfer credits, including Houghton College, and the South African Theological Seminary.

Do YWAM employees get paid?

YWAM (Youth With a Mission) is a Christian organization where we are all volunteers, although we don’t get paid. It’s a good place to be with amazing people.

Does Ywam have an age limit?

Anyone can do a DTS! YWAM was created to equip and send young people into the nations, but as long as you are 17 years old or older with having completed high school (or have a GED), you can apply! There are some DTS’s that specifically focus on providing mission training for families or older students.

Is Ywam accredited?

Do Ywam employees get paid?

How many countries is YWAM in?

YWAM has over 15,000 full-time volunteers in more than 1,100 ministry locations in over 180 countries. They train upwards of 25,000 short-term missions volunteers annually.

What is Dolby DTS surround sound?

Dolby Digital is the name for audio compression technology developed by the Dolby Labs. DTS stands for Digital Theater Systems, a popular home theater audio format that was developed in 1993 as a competitor to Dolby Labs in the development of surround sound audio technology for movie production.

What is a discipleship training school?

The Discipleship Training school is a free training course designed to challenge and equip Christians to faithfully join God in His mission to make disciples of all nations. It is our prayer that God would use this material to equip His people for His service by the power of His spirit.

What happens in outreach phase of YWAM DTS?

During the outreach phase your class will break up into teams to serve God out in the world. You will have a chance to discover your abilities as you care for people and share the good news of Jesus. Pray for God to lead you as you explore. Take time to find a DTS that fits you.

What can you do at YWAM Perth Australia?

Every DTS at YWAM Perth offers the same core teaching and discipleship experience in our missions community, and each offers a specific focus to address a variety of needs and harness the potential of many approaches. From sport to health care, performing arts to seeking out the hard-to-reach, we aim to equip you to join in God’s global purposes.

How does a Discipleship Training School ( YWAM ) work?

What is a Discipleship Training School? The DTS is a six month program blending classroom learning, small group activities, personal reflection, practical service, and community living. Most often, the training comes in two parts: lecture phase and outreach phase.

How does the youth with a mission DTS work?

The DTS is a six month program blending classroom learning, small group activities, personal reflection, practical service, and community living. Most often, the training comes in two parts: lecture phase and outreach phase. Pursue God. Know God more. In the lecture phase your focus will be on knowing God, His Word and His world.

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