MDT

MDT (Ministry Development Training:  July 1-6, 2012)

What is MDT?

MDT or Ministry Development Training is a three year program that builds into the lives of youth through Biblical Teaching, Leadership Training and focussed Team Building exercises. These are all designed to challenge the participants in their thinking and motivation as well as their understanding of group dynamics and their place within that group.  MDT focuses on the participants to KNOW God through times of personal devotion, solitude, and corporate worship times.  The heart of this ministry is to see youth grow into fully committed followers of Jesus, full of His love and empowered by His Spirit.

Who is MDT for?

MDT is for high school age students.  If you have just completed grade 9, 10, 11, or 12 – this camp is for you!  The first time you sign up, you will be in Level 1.  The next year you come back you will be in Level 2, and the following year you will complete the program as in Level 3.

MDT is intentionally a youth development program, not a camp staff training program, so it is open to all high schoolers.  However, if a student IS wanting to work at camp MDT is a requirement.

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Have Questions?

Check out our list of FAQ’s about MDT below:

MDT

EQUIPMENT LIST: FOR THE WEEK OF MDT:

(all three levels ON-SITE):

This week of MDT includes (but is not limited to) sessions (levels will be separate for this), personal and group challenge, guided and not guided reflection, solitude, praise / worship and sharing times.

• Favorite study Bible with paper and pen(s). An official MDT notebook will be provided
• Rain gear
• Shoes (get dirty type but with good support) and sandals
• Normal camp type clothes (warm / cool) - your clothes will get dirty / wet (or both) so keep that in mind
• Sleeping bag
• Personal effects / toiletries
• Swimwear • Mosquito repellent
• Flashlight with spare batteries
• Work gloves (leather and ones that fit)/ hat

What will I be doing at MDT?

MDT is different than a teen camp, in that there is less hang out and skill times and more structured lectures, group initiatives, and work duties.  From picking rocks to building waterslides, solitude times to blindfolded teambuilding exercises – MDT has it all, and is a bit different every year with new and challenging tasks.

Prerequisites for MDT

Prerequisites for MDT: 

There are some prerequisites that need to be completed upon arriving to MDT in the summer.  After registering, you will receive an MDT Information package with your levels prerequisites along with other helpful information.  Prerequisites will include the following:

  • Volunteer hours.
  • Bible Readings
  • Journal
  • Reflection Paper
Where should I volunteer?

MDT occurs not only at The Quest but should continue in the participants community. MDTers are encouraged to be active in their local congregations and communities through volunteering their time. That is why we require some volunteer hours.  Here are some examples of where to volunteer before coming to MDT:

  • Working as a youth leader on a weekly basis
  • Being part of the worship ministry
  • Helping out at a soup kitchen
  • Volunteering in the children's department
  • Mission trip leader or participant
  • Coaching a sports team
  • Shovelling snow for neighbours or elderly
  • Volunteering at various organizations around your city
Do I have to do MDT to work at camp?

If you are already graduated from high school, and you have not done MDT – that is okay.  You can still apply to work.  If you are in high school, then yes MDT is a requirement to work.  Preference will be given to those who are in or have completed MDT.

What should I bring?

Check out our MDT packing list.