Advanced EXCEL
Advanced EXCEL Mission Statement
We live in a day and age when individuals are enticed with normality, pursued by mediocrity, and bombarded with the overwhelming pressure to give up and give in to the call of the world. Advanced EXCEL stands in stark contrast to this situation, calling instead to the young lady of virtue with a passion to pursue Christ alone and change her world. These individuals are equipped to implement their God-ordained life purpose, impact there sphere of influence, and live the legacy of Christ in them.
Advanced EXCEL Frequently Asked Questions
What is Advanced EXCEL?
What is the goal of Advanced EXCEL?
How is this accomplished?
Why is Advanced EXCEL vital?
Areas of Instruction
What is the Cost of Advanced EXCEL?
Prerequisites
When is the next Advanced EXCEL class held?
What is Advanced EXCEL?
Building upon the foundation of EXCEL, this program is designed for those who desire to grow specifically in the areas of discipleship, leadership, and influence. Students receive teaching in the Five Life Roles, Spiritual Disciplines, Life Purpose, and Leadership, as well as practical training in life skills. Graduates are prepared to go into the world as people for the times versus of the times, ready to stand with boldness for a cause truly worth fighting for.
"Advanced EXCEL has been a dynamic experience in my life. It is a turning point of laying off the old man and putting on the new in spiritual growth and maturity. I praise the Lord for using this awesome program with it’s outstanding instructors and leaders to bring me to a place of total dependence on Him. God has opened my eyes to the wonderful things He has for my life: to be in the world and not of the world for such a time as this!"
~ Jessica Menzel, Advanced EXCEL 14
What is the goal of Advanced EXCEL?
Seconds... minutes... hours... days... By themselves these descriptions of time seem meaningless, but when combined and multiplied over the course of a lifetime, the days and hours turn into the life that we now know and the legacy that we leave behind. Advanced EXCEL seeks to equip students for a lifestyle of purposeful discipleship by combining on-site training with real-life application.
How is this accomplished?
The course involves six weeks of intense training at the Dallas Ministry Center, includes a four-month home practicum period with projects to complete, and concludes with several days of final training and a graduation in Dallas.
Why is Advanced EXCEL vital?
Our age of fragmented homes, personal instability, and self-centered living highlights the need for young women who are committed to fulfilling the Great Commission and to investing their lives in others in order to set a standard for virtue, integrity, and righteousness for the church and the world.
Areas of Instruction
- Written and Spoken Communication - Mastering public speaking, creative writing, research, political letters, and curriculum development
- Tools for Communication in the 21st Century - Utilizing resources in areas such as photography and graphic design to maximize the effectiveness of a message
- Advanced Study Skills - Training in speed reading, memory retention and note-taking
- Team building - Preparing for effective leadership: classroom training and hands-on application
- Home Business and Ministry - Making creative and purposeful use of gifts and abilities
- Interior Design - Creating an environment conducive to discipleship and developing practical skills
- Other Activities - Life Purpose Planning, Tailoring, Practical Medicine, Time and Stress Management, Community and Political Involvement, and Medical Research
Topics
- The Basis of Discipleship - Placing Christ at the center of all things
- Leadership & Influence - Recognizing our position and calling as a leader
- Spiritual Disciplines - Nurturing a love for God and a vision for discipleship
- Equipping for Ministry - Practical preparation for fulfilling life role and purpose
What is the Cost of Advanced EXCEL?
The cost of Advanced EXCEL training is $1300 for room, board, and instruction at the Dallas Ministry Center and follow-up accountability at home. Additional costs for materials (approximately $100) will be sent to those accepted for training.
Prerequisites
Advanced EXCEL is for yound ladies ages 18 or older who meet the following criteria:
- Successful graduation from EXCEL and a passing EIC grade
- A desire to know God and a vision for discipleship
- Typing speed of at least 30 WPM
- Computer with Microsoft Word and Internet access from home
- The ability to uphold Advanced EXCEL's standard for excellence and conduct
When is the next Advanced EXCEL class held?
The next Advanced EXCEL class is scheduled for February 2-March 5, 2010. Graduation will be held in June or July 2010. Application