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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How
long will I serve?
Approximately 8-10 weeks from mid-May through the
beginning of August. Short term assignments: Approximately 2-4 weeks.
How
do I apply?
(1)
Fill out application online at this website.
(2)
Sign up and participate in local interview with BCM or
church
(3)
Register for Interview weekend: January 26-27, 2007 to be held at USF
BCM in Tampa.
(4)
Students will be notified of appointments approximately
one week after
interview weekend.
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What will I make financially?
Lots of eternal benefits. All basic expenses are paid by
Student Missions fund: travel, food, lodging, and
insurance. Some positions include a $60 per week
stipend.
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What if I have questions?
You can call us at 1-800-226-8584, ext. 3092 and ask for
Loy Reed or Connie Ricks or contact us by email at
BCM@FLBaptist.org.
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What if I am a Freshman?
Opportunities exist through BCM Student Missions for
freshmen. These are indicated on the list of available
positions.
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What if I am not a Baptist?
Opportunities are available for non-Baptist students,
too. These are indicated on the list of available
positions.
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Do
other Opportunities exist besides BCM Student Missions?
Yes! Check with your BCM Director or Church Collegiate
Minister for opportunities with the North American
Mission Board, International Mission Board, or Florida
BCM Student Missions.
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What if I cannot serve this summer?
Opportunities exist for you to pray and give financially
so that others can serve.
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Why
a
local interview?
The primary purpose of a local interview is to offer
support and encouragement as you seek what is God's best
for you this summer. The interview is a chance for you
to verbalize your sense of God's direction and where you
are in your personal spiritual growth and ministry. Also
the local committee makes sure you meet the
qualifications (hours, GPA, etc). The interview is not
an opportunity to "trap or trick" you and keep you from
serving but rather to have another group of people
involved in your support.
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What can I expect at the State Interview?
You will be with students from across Florida that have
a heart for missions. It will include worship and
teaching times, small group interaction, a possible
mission project and your individual interview.
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When do I need to talk to my parents?
Now! The sooner the better! Don't surprise them the day
your application is due! They can feel free to call
either your local BCM Staff or Church Collegiate
Minister if they have questions. The Student Missions
web site contains a great deal of information designed
specifically for your parents. (Please choose the Parent
Information page.)
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Can
I serve only part of the Summer?
Yes! There are shorter projects from 2-4 weeks. Let us
know when you apply and the committee will work to find
the right place for you.
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Why
do I have to enlist mission support partners?
Mission support partners are friends, church members and
family members that pledge to support you throughout the
summer through prayer, encouragement and/or financial
gifts. These support people are essential for your
success!
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What can I do in preparation for this next summer?
Develop your personal spiritual life and be involved in
a ministry with people in your campus community.
Missions do not start in May but rather
now, where you are. Your BCM Director and/or Church
Collegiate Minister will be more than willing to help
you find "helps" for these areas.
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What if I want to serve but am interested in a
particular type of service that I do not see included in
the opportunities list?
Apply! Talk to your BCM director or Church Collegiate
Minister and let them know of any particular areas of
interest. If you are interested in serving, we will work
with you to find a place that is a right fit for you.
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