Prepare for a Pioneering Boot Camp
For those preparing to attend a Pioneering Boot Camp, here is all you need to come prepared for the Boot Camp experience. Please know that pre-work is critical to being able to participate in all the training exercises. There are three parts to the pre-work: pre-work manual, surveys, and books to read. Below one will find links to download manuals, take surveys, and order books. Thank you for taking the time to be fully prepared for the two days we have together.
It goes without saying, but I will say it, your level of prayer and sensitivity to the Holy Spirit turns the following work into transformational exercises. The Lord desires to transform you before He will transform the University through you! This is part of the preparation for you and your team to establish a lasting ministry on a new campus.
If you have any questions please contact Paul Austin, paustin@ag.org or 208-241-6504 directly.
Upcoming Chi Alpha Pioneering Boot Camps
July 9-11,2023 – Reach The U, Springfield, Mo – register at www.chialpha.com/rui
The cost is $110 per person (spouse $50). Each host site may ask for additional costs for meals.
REGISTER for a Pioneering Boot Camp for Non-Reach The U Boot Camps.
Pre-work
To cover the amount of material required for the Pioneering Boot Camp the following pre-work, surveys, and books should be completed prior to arriving. The pre-work lays the biblical foundation, reflection, and research that is used directly in the activities of the boot camp. Be sure to print the following:
- Pre-Work Manual
- MOA for target Campus
- Boot Camp Manual
- Motivational Spiritual Gift Survey
- 5 fold Ministry Gifts Survey
- Concise DISC personality Profile
TEAM LEADER PREWORK (AND CMITs)
This manual will walk you through the theological background, concepts, and insights for leading a team through the Boot Camp. If you are attending the Boot Camp alone, bringing your team, or during your CMIT program, this is the PDF for you.
TEAM MEMBER PREWORK
This manual will walk those who are part of a pioneering team. Please connect with your team leader, as there may be parts of the “pre-work” not included in your manual that they will want you to prepare.
Campus MOA
To help us understand your campus, take a few minutes and complete the Measure of Availability survey. We will cover the results in the boot camp. The login and password are the same: moa1survey
BOOT CAMP MANUAL
This manual is the material we will work through together during the 2 days of the Boot Camp. Please print a color copy, if possible, with you to the Boot Camp.
Spiritual Gifts Surveys & DISC
Each participating in the Pioneering Boot Camp must take all three of the following surveys. Note if you have your results of a recent “DISC” profile you use the older results.
MOTIVATIONAL GIFT SURVEY
This short survey will give some insight into how God has gifted you and how you can find fulfillment in ministry. Please note when taking this survey it is better to answer questions with Never/Seldom or Always to ensure clarity between different gifts. This survey is based on gifts listed in Romans 12.
5 FOLD MINISTRY GIFT SURVEY
This short survey will give some insight into how God has been using you as you serve on ministry teams. This survey is a snap shot of how God has anointed you to serve in ministry for this season of your life. These gifts may change over time. This survey is based on the 5 ministry functions found in Ephesians 4:11-12.
DISC PERSONALITY PROFILE
There are many great tools to help identify our basic personality profile. You will discover through the Boot Camp how to use the DISC to prepare yourself for long term health in ministry. We will discover how to function best with others on the pioneering team. This will also add insight into how we disciple students. This survey does cost an additional $12.
Books to Read Before Boot Camp
Wanting the learning experience to be richer while at the Boot Camp, there a few foundational books that are, “must reads.” Knowing sometimes those who attend the boot camp are not informed with enough time in advance to read all the material, I have prioritized these three books in order of importance! (Note: if you do not use amazon smile, please consider making “Chi Alpha Mobilization” your non-profit of choice when using smile.amazon.com.)
LEADERSHIP AND THE ONE MINUTE MANAGER
This dynamic story will introduce you to the art of leading a team through the many stages of development of your new Chi Alpha Chapter. The keys discovered in this short read will guide you as you lead student leaders and staff alike. THIS MUST BE READ PRIOR TO BOOT CAMP.
SMALL GROUP UNIVERSITY
This invaluable book is written by one of Chi Alpha’s strongest leaders, Brad Lewis, whose chapter continues to develop and release ministry leaders in the marketplace, Chi Alpha, and in churches. Brad breaks down the keys to developing vibrant small groups, training resources, and discussions. THIS IS A MUST-READ PRIOR TO BOOT CAMP IF YOU’VE NEVER SERVED WITH CHI ALPHA BEFORE.
CELTIC WAY OF EVANGELISM
When establishing a ministry in a new setting, it is critical to respond to the community we are called to, not just export our religious experience. George Hunter III’s research reveals the impact that St. Patrick and his fellow missionaries were able to have on the nation of Ireland in comparison to the traditional Roman Catholic approach to evangelism. It will inspire you to be a blessing to your campus, not just plant another “flag” of ministry.
This book is a recommended read and not required.