12 Step Faith-Centered Follow-Up Program
- The Ring- the symbol and namesake of the Silver Ring Thing. The ring is a constant reminder of the commitment made and sends a profound message to everyone who sees it.
- SRT Bible- abstinence study Bible with support material specific to students. A distinct connection between the Bible and e-mail follow-up provides depth and further understanding of the decision made.
- SRT 434- This 4 session, DVD-enhanced Bible study program was developed as the perfect tool for a student to go deeper in his/her abstinence commitment. The program builds accountability, understanding, and conviction in how to live a life pleasing to God.
- A Faith Decision- in accepting the ring, the student accepts the reason for wearing it. The student understands that God has a plan for his or her life, and a plan for his or her sexuality. When the decision is faith-based, the student has the power of God working within them.
- Accountability Partner- within 48 hours, every student is asked to name an accountability partner of the same sex to encourage, share, and support his or her decision.
- E-mail- SRT team members initiate e-mail contact with all students in an exhaustive effort to remain present in the daily lives of students. E-mails go out twice a week for four months and help guide and direct students through the SRT Bible and through daily circumstances.
- Devotionals- SRT has created devotionals for both online individual study and as a connection to the follow-up e-mails. These devotionals challenge students to a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and a better knowledge of the Scripture.
- National Travel Team/ Leadership training- SRT is a teen and peer-driven organization. Students are taught leadership skills that strengthen the willpower to keep the vow and are given technical training of SRT systems and equipment. Students from around the world can apply to join the SRT National Traveling Team to become an advocate for the abstinence message around the county and the world. Week-long internships are also held in the summer for high school students to grow as leaders and role models in their communities.
- Youth Group- using contact information, students are encouraged to “plug-in” to local youth networks for support and discipleship.
- Website- The website, www.silverringthing.com, provides information for upcoming shows, current issues, latest SRT news, mentoring by SRT staff, pictures, etc. Different areas of the site provide honest answers to real-life questions and challenges and help them understand the importance of an abstinence commitment.
- Abstinence Saturated Communities- SRT is aggressively expanding its national and international reach and students become part of an every-growing peer group who will strengthen each other’s commitment. The vision is to continue returning to each community where students can attend numerous shows and receive constant encouragement and positive peer pressure.
- Internship/Staff Opportunities- High school and college intern positions are available along with full-time staff positions in each developing Hub city. These positions provide strong bonds and fellowship, adding an additional level of accountability.
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