A Social Program:

Cross Training Ministries-A Christ Centered Ministry
 
C.T.M. men experience freedom from chemical dependency as they are involved with positive Christian role models. We believe in learning through experience and recognizing the faults of past thinking. This is particularly true with chemical dependency.

 The course is structured so that men experience freedom from chemical dependency in phases and have opportunity to apply sober living skills in a constructive environment. The therapeutic relationship is between the person and the program. The program is made up of all the group’s participants, volunteers and staff. The giving and taking in group and one-on-one takes place in a comfortable and positive setting.

(Social Characteristics)

1. The authority base is in the Group, guided from a Bible centered perspective rather than a therapist.
2. All give and all receive.
3. An alcohol and drug free environment is crucial and maintained at all times.
4. Recovery is viewed as the responsibility of the person.
5. Staff and group reinforce the positive shared decisions made.
6. Staff and group bring awareness to the negative shared decisions made.

It costs Cross Training Ministries $650 for these services along with housing, feeding, and ministering to each man. Each recipient will generate a $32.00 a day income for the ministry as a volunteer or as outside employment will allow. When anything is totally free, some men will not value it. Therefore we have established as a policy that a $50.00 assessment fee for the interview, a ONE TIME non-refundable administration cost of $200, and a $300 orientation/probation fee (first 30 days) for a total of $550 will be needed from each man being considered for entry to the program. We feel that this will cause each new applicant to be serious approaching the program. We only want serious men. We want you to know that we will work with you if you are in need of help to raise the fees.

Cross Training Ministries is able and willing to assist you in addressing and overcoming legal problems. Most courts, probation departments, and parole departments recognize Cross Training Ministries as a recovery program. To be of any help in this area, we will need to know in detail the exact nature of the assistance needed.

The program is a chemical-free zone. This includes, but is not limited to: tobacco of any kind, alcohol in any form, illegal or non-prescription drugs, with exceptions made for analgesics of various types and the patch for smoking.

 You will find that the first 30 days will free you from outside peer-pressure, giving you time-out to reconstruct your abilities to manage your time properly and to renew your reading and study skills.
We hope that you will be able to reflect in a positive way on your past, becoming aware of it and the hopelessness of trying to change it. That will give strength to the preparation of your future. It is our aim to direct you to a further understanding of God as a Father who has a keen interest in all that you have done and will do.

 It is also our aim to teach you how to understand the feelings and problems that hold back your future. You need to plan for a future. That will take careful planning and hard work. Essential to your restoration is repentance of the past and a spiritual renewal, letting Christ Jesus lead and direct through studies and learning to do the right thing because it is the right thing to do. Remember, no one plans to fail, they just fail to plan. Let God into your heart and He will give you the plan.
 
NOTE: All homework, privileges, responsibilities, and duties depend on your phase. The following will explain this system.
 

 2. Recipient is never to be alone on or off the complex without permission. Recipient must be accompanied off the complex with either: two phase II’s, one phase III, or one phase IV escort, unless on a job assignment.

3. Recipient is not to talk to anyone outside of the group for any reason unless given permission to do so.
 
4. Recipient may have a maximum of $5.00 in pocket.

5. Recipient may not answer the phone unless given specific instructions to do so.

6. Recipient must not accept anything from anyone outside of the ministry.

Assigned Studies Phase IA
 
**NOTE: All written work must have the following information clearly written on the top of the page: Name, date, and subject.
 
1. Learn basic scriptures (5 assigned plus 5 of your own)
5 assigned: John 1:12, Romans 7:17-18, Romans 12:2, Galatians 5:17-18, Ephesians 2:8-9
a) A one hundred fifty (150) word summary of each verse must be turned in.
b) Before each evaluation you will be given a memory verse test. You will be required to write out each of the assigned verses.
 
2. Write a story using at least 20 feeling words (at least 300 words). Underline each feeling word used.
 
3. Write down each feeling word used above and give its definition.
 
If you have not done this prior to entrance:
 
4. Write out in long hand the first 10 chapters of Proverbs.
 
5. Write out in long hand the entire book of James.
 
Considering that you have completed work designed for the first 30 days, we can start on a new adventure. However, if Phase 1-A is not completed, you will need to reassess your studies. This will be done by working with your assigned discipler, work leader or the director or his assistant.
 
PHASE I B

Days 31 - 60

a. Recipient is never to be alone on or off the complex without permission. Recipient must be accompanied off the complex with either: two phase II’s, one phase III, or one phase IV escort, unless on a job assignment.
b. Recipient must have permission to talk to anyone outside of the ministry unless in Sunday school or church services.

* You must have permission to talk to those of the opposite sex regardless of Sunday school or church services.
c. Recipient may have a maximum of $5.00 in pocket.
d. Recipient may request and have two (2) visits per month.
e. Recipient needs to start establishing a prayer partner or friend outside of the ministry.
 
Assigned Studies Phase 1 B
 
1. Begin FIRST STEP work-sheet. Begin with powerlessness (A-M), then unmanageability (A-J). Answer each question fully. You may turn one question at a time. Clearly label each page either powerlessness or unmanageability and the letter corresponding to the question.
 
NOTE: The FIRST STEP requires careful self analysis. You must face yourself! Write down examples and details of your behavior that will prove to you the reality of your powerlessness and unmanageability.

2. Identify and list resentments that are considered personal. Turn in a list with at least 5 individuals that you have a resentment toward. Give their name and why you would have a resentment toward them.
 
3.Identify 5 more verses out of Seekers Theology.
a. A one hundred fifty (150) word summary of each verse must be turned in.
b. Commit these verses to memory.
 
4. Attend Seekers and complete homework assigned.
 
Employment Options
 
1. You may take a job that may become permanent employment when you complete the program
 
2. You may work in a training program which trains you in a skill that may make you a desirable employee for the rest of your life. You may choose to find permanent employment in that field.
 
3. You may prepare to become a Manager of a Ministry business that already exists or is to be set up.
 
4. You may continue with the project you were assigned to during your first 30 days.
 
Loss of time (re-starts or set-backs) may or may not affect your job or training. Each man and each circumstance will be evaluated on its own merit.
 
None of the privileges or rules that pertain to your progress is affected by your job status, however, your progress or job status can be affected by your behavior in program or job matters.
 
All income generated from any of the above activities is the property of the Ministry and is considered to be donations for the support and training expenses of others. After 6 months a $12.00 weekly stipend can be paid to men who are working at projects which generate income as long as they are also meeting assigned work and Bible study requirements.
 

2. Days 91 - 120 (4 months)
 
a. Choose 10 additional verses from the seekers manual and write a 100 word essay on each.
b. Read “A Shepherd Looks At The 23rd Psalmâ€�. Write a summary on each of the first six (6) chapters. Summary must be at least 150 words per chapter.
c. Work through the 2nd step.
 
3. Days 121 - 150 (5 months)
 
a. Recipient is never to be alone off campus without permission. Recipient must be accompanied off the complex with either another phase II or a phase III escort, unless on a job or pass.
b. Recipient must have permission to talk to anyone outside of the ministry unless in Sunday school, ministry functions, church services, or work.
c. Recipient may have a maximum of $15.00 in pocket.
d. Recipient may request and have passes.
e. Recipient may have as many visits as request procedures allow.
f. Recipient may have a personal vehicle if properly licensed and insured.
g. Begin developing Financial Advisor, Prayer Partner, Friend, and Pastor.
 
Assigned Studies (Last segment of Phase II)
 
1. Complete final 6 chapters of “A Shepherd Looks At The 23rd Psalmâ€�.
 
2. Complete the 3rd Step.
 

1. FINANCIAL ADVISOR - An individual who will know your finances intimately and assist you in developing and following through on a financial plan. This person must be contacted on a weekly basis.
 
2. PASTOR - Each individual will find a Pastor they feel comfortable with. You must maintain a relationship with this Pastor
 
3. PRAYER PARTNER - You will maintain a close Christian relationship with this individual. They are to be contacted throughout the week. You will pray with this person either over the telephone or in person. Take great care in picking this person, for you need to make prayer a priority in your life. When you need your prayer partner they need to be available for you.
 
4. FRIEND - This person is not from the group or from your past. This person will not know your background. He will know you only as a Christian not as you were. As the relationship develops you may tell them of your past. You will remain in close contact with this person.
 
**NOTE - Just as our Lord is full of grace, so can this ministry be. As long as you are making progress toward being a Christian, you may be granted privileges beyond those allowed in your phase. For example, after ninety (90) days you may apply for a pass. If you stay true to the program, God, and yourself, you will be treated accordingly. Remain true your old self and old ways, and you will be treated accordingly, during your brief stay here.