The JAM year is a 11-month program for vibrant young people with a passion for Jesus and a heart to serve. The JAM Year focuses on discipling and training young adults to be leaders of influence through being part of a team-community and participating in local ministry, camps, service and outreach.
The JAM Year provides a unique experience for growth as they do live in a multicultural team, learning about themselves and the life of Jesus whilst ministering to young people all over South Africa.
The program is designed with these 5 pillars in mind:
1. Bible Knowledge
2. Leadership
3. Missions
4. Personal Development
5. Skills Training.
What if I can’t commit to an 11-month program but still have a passion for Jesus and a heart to serve? The JAM internship program could be the perfect fit! JAM interns serve and learn alongside the JAM year students for a 1–3 month period. Although May through July would be ideal and provide maximum exposure and experience, the dates are flexible. The internship offers the same training and ministry opportunities in a more condensed version.
We have partnered with Reaching a Generation Leadership Academy (RAGLA) to offer selected accredited short courses. JAM Year students will be able to complete some of the modules offered by RAGLA. This will equip our students academically for the ministry they do with JAM, as well as for the rest of their lives. Students will be able to complete the full RAGLA course after the completion of their JAM year, or transfer their credits earned through RAGLA to other institutions. Students will complete some of the following courses:
1. Essentials of an Intergenerational Religious Practitioner – Ministry Tasks and Responsibilities (NQF 4, 6 credits)
2. Basic Christian Concepts – Introduction to Various Theologies (NQF 5, 8 credits)
3. Principles of Building the Faith Community (NQF 5, 8 credits)
4. Spiritual Formation – Life Skills Training and Value Development (NQF 5, 10 credits)
5. The Missional Calling of the Church (NQF 5, 7 credits)
We are excited for the 2024 JAM year students that are joining us for this year!
We invite you to prayerfully consider applying for the JAM year (2025). The costs are R4700/month for 11 months. This will be a life changing experience for you and for the people you serve:
