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Brief History of AIM. In 1973, sixteen young people dreamed of making a difference in their world… Sunset/SSOP trained 1 yr. in Dublin, Ireland 19 souls rescued, 100’s of lives impacted. Paved the way for future generations. A.I.M. TIMELINE. Only 1 AIM class per year….
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Brief History of AIM • In 1973, sixteen young people dreamed of making a difference in their world… • Sunset/SSOP trained • 1 yr. in Dublin, Ireland • 19 souls rescued, 100’s of lives impacted. • Paved the way for future generations.
A.I.M. TIMELINE Only 1 AIM class per year…
Bible Training & Practical Preparation • Two 8-week terms ; 12 Core Bible Courses - 600 hours of classroom instruction - Small group participation & leadership - Public Speaking - One-on-one Bible studies • Area Churches utilized as “hands-on” laboratory • Various Recruiting & Training trips • Formed into field-specific AIM teams 1st Stage Lubbock August through December
Team Building & Missions Preparation Mission Term Orientation (cultural experience): - No electronics, driving or eating out Missions Preparation &Training: - Team Building / Team Dynamics - Emphasis on Evangelism, Personal Study - Mexico City Culture/Heart Experience - Continued Preparation for Fields 2nd Stage Lubbock January through April
Jesus said, “Go… On Field for 14 -18 Months Experienced Missionaries Share & Teach Jesus… 3rd Stage …into all the world.”
Ireland Japan Canada 45 Years. 47 Nations. 191 Mission Points. Scotland Italy USA Portugal Ukraine Russia Mexico Honduras Zambia Ecuador Brazil Bolivia South Africa Thailand New Zealand Australia
10,000 Miles traveled in eight months… Average Age of Each Student 40 Average Class Size 2 19 Year Program 600 Hours of Classroom Instruction 1,500 Number of AIM Students Sent Out
70% of our youth, when leaving home for college, walk away from their faith. [stats provided by J.Smith, SIBI] • 7o%+ of AIM alum remain faithful following their missions experience. [survey based on 10 yr. cycle] • ¼ of AIM students stay/go into full-time ministry.
How old do I have to be? Q & A How much does it cost? Did someone say homework? Am I willing to walk by faith? Is it really tough? Can I do AIM? How can I learn more? Is it worth it?