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Greetings from Byron Bay!

We’ve been here for nine days already, but they have all sort of
blended together to take the shape of Impact Summer 2011-2012.

We rolled up in Byron Bay last Wednesday, after saying our good-byes
back at Lewis House and being on the road for a good ten hours. We
were greeted by booming atmosphere of a town saturated in a vibrant
beach- nightlife culture. The sidewalks were packed with young people
who had no place to be and every reason to accept what the world was
offering them. It seemed like the whole town had been dipped in this
sense of mistaken identity.

We began to absorb how big the task ahead of us really was.
Partnering with teams from bases from all over Australia, we gave away
hundreds of sausages and burgers and, on other occasions, pancakes and
chai. We performed dances that spoke of identity, we acted out skits
that remind us that we are sought after, that we are always loved. We
engaged with the inquisitive, creative minds of the locals and with
the meaning-seeking hearts of backpackers. We entertained skeptics
with absolute truth and answered questions about our own personal
beliefs. We saw incredible healings, from age-old injuries to
fractured wrists, from headaches to lactose intolerance.

We have spent the first nine days of our outreach meeting people
where they are at, and loving them in a way that speaks identity into
their lives, that calls them to more.

In the chaos of the end of a year and the beginning of another, we
met the town of Byron Bay with the love of the Father on our hearts.
We have seen God move in incredible ways, and as we prepare to move on
to our next destination, we go with even bigger expectations, with
more life-long friendships, with more love for each other, and with
faith as big as a town covered in the love of God by the actions of
only a few.

Until next time,

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Hey Guys,

Below is a few second level schools offered by YWAM international to inspire you. This is just a small list of the many schools offered by the U of N. If you would like to research more in depth please check out the U of N catalogue on our class bookshelf or the U of N website at www.uofn.edu

Bible Core Course

This course is designed to give students a thorough understanding of the inductive approach to Bible study by learning how to employ many creative and diverse methods for reading, interpreting and applying the Scriptures. Students also have opportunities to be involved in topical seminars, dramatic re-creations, and various forms of historical, archaeological, literary and geographical research. During the course students read through the whole Bible, and study in depth many individual books from both the Old and New Testaments. Note: Though the Bible Core Course is a stand-alone course, it is designed to be compatible with the longer 9-month SBS (CHR 213, 315, and 316). Students who have received credit for CHR 213 may not receive credit for this course.

Locations: France, England, Sweden, Australia, USA, Mexico, Argentina, Brazil

Web Info:

http://uofn.edu/content/search?college=36564&course=55891&when=0&Tab=6&SearchButton=Search

Children at Risk

A course designed for those who want to become advocates for children and work to see lasting change in their lives. The focus is on children who have been placed at risk because of factors such as war, disease, poverty, exploitation, abandonment, disability, and other forms of injustice. Students are given an overview of the needs of at risk children as well insight concerning child development. An emphasis is made on intervention and working towards advocacy for children. More specific instruction is provided on issues relating to street children, HIV/AIDS, sexual abuse, and attachment disorder, depending on the location of the school and the needs of children in that setting.

Locations: Argentina, Costa Rica, Mexico, India, Switzerland, Brazil

Web Info: 

http://uofn.edu/content/search?college=36576&course=55776&when=0&Tab=6&SearchButton=Search

Child and Youth Ministries

A course designed to provide students with biblical models for human growth and development, preparing them to work with children and youth. A major emphasis of the course is on character development, and a practical understanding of the Christian faith applied to all areas of life. It equips students to motivate children and teens in worship and service to others, how to teach other children and teenagers, and how to partner with local churches to facilitate year-round programmes for children and youth.

Locations: England, Brazil

Web Info:

http://uofn.edu/content/search?college=36576&course=55690&when=0&Tab=6&SearchButton=Search

Reconciliation and Justice

This course calls students to live and work from a place of humility and brokenness as they obey the call of God to be peacemakers and ambassadors of reconciliation. Biblical principles for reconciliation, and the Christian’s role in the ministry of healing and reconciliation are explored. Students consider the value and beauty of their own cultural identity, and learn about applying the Cross to that identity and having empathy toward wounded individuals, sub-cultures and corporate entities. At the heart of their study will be a focus on, and engagement with, God’s desire to move individuals and nations from enmity to intimacy through an appreciation, acceptance and understanding of His loving design and diversity.

Locations: England

Web Info:

http://uofn.edu/locations/europe/western_europe/england_u_k/YWAM-Harpenden/Schools/School-of-Reconciliation-and-Justice-Field-Assignment

Primary Health Care

Every day 35,000 children die from preventable diseases or diarrhea and dehydration. The purpose of this seminar is to provide an introduction to the health care needs of the developing world, and to furnish some practical skills in this area. Both medical and non-medical individuals are encouraged to attend. Eight key areas covered are: nutrition, mother and child health, preventative medicine, curative care, water and sanitation, health education, appropriate medications, and community resources.Note: credit cannot be received for both the CNH 161 seminar and for CNH 261. 

Locations: USA

Web Info:

http://uofn.edu/content/search?college=36580&course=55818&when=0&Tab=6&SearchButton=Search

Addictive Behavior Councelling

This course equips students to bring freedom and restoration to those who are in bondage because of addictive behaviors. It explores the causes of severe physical, psychological, spiritual, and social problems that result from addictions. Topics include: a biblical understanding of addiction and recovery; the roots of addictive behavior; definitions and criteria for diagnosis; world addictions; skills in leading support and therapy groups; unhealthy and healthy family systems; healing the wounds of addiction; sexual abuse and other childhood traumas; stages of maturity and relationship to addictions; working through grief, forgiveness and recovery; the brain and addictions; and the role of the church and community in the healing/recovery process.

Locations: South Korea, South Africa, Brazil, USA, Zambia, India, Switzerland

Web Info: 

http://uofn.edu/content/search?college=36580&course=55794&when=0&Tab=6&SearchButton=Search

Communications Foundations

This training program lays essential foundations in biblical communication, while advancing the individual’s skill and confidence in speaking, writing and listening. It aims to sharpen the student’s ability to communicate clearly through cross-cultural and interpersonal dynamics, and equips students with principles of preparing and delivering a message to a variety of audiences. Through provoking instruction and discussion, practical assignments, and video evaluation, students discover their place and potential as effective influencers in the public forum.

Locations: Nigeria, Rwanda, Australia, Switzerland, South Africa, USA, Mexico

Web Info:

http://uofn.edu/content/search?college=36561&course=55756&when=0&Tab=6&SearchButton=Search

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