Bethel Ministries: Resident Acceptance Criteria -

APPLY FOR THE
PROGRAM

CRITERIA FOR ACCEPTANCE

This discipleship program exists to help those men who have a desire
to make the transition from incarceration back into the community as a transformed
and productive citizen. Bethel Ministries guides and helps men make such positive
changes which are necessary. We provide monitored housing in a structured
Christian family setting and assist in finding personal mentors, a church and
employment. Through mandatory programs, a variety of classes and supportive
Christian fellowship, we assist in strengthening ones practical as well as spiritual walk.
One must bring total honesty and a commitment to change to the program and accept
personal responsibility. Bethel believes that it is only through the power of God
and faith in Christ Jesus can any person receive the strength to habitually overcome sin
and the weaknesses of the flesh. Therefore, it is Bethel's hope that all residents
will be drawn by God into a relationship with Him and accept Jesus as Lord and
Savior during their tenure with Bethel.

1. One must have a sincere desire to change your life.

2. One must have been clean and sober for a period of at least 30 days.

3. Applicants must be willing to become involved in a mentored

relationship to build support.

4. Applicants must be willing to abide by house rules.

5. Applicants must be willing to do assigned work in the

house neighborhood and/or community.

6. Applicants must be willing to adhere to money management

requirements which are specifically outlined in the house rules.

7. Applicants must commit to a minimum of six months residency.

8. Prior to final acceptance into the discipleship program, all

              applicants must have a current social security card, current
              driver’s license and/or a copy of their birth certificate and a
              statement of medical needs which includes a list of prescription
              drugs and dosages required. (Please contact your counselor for
              assistance with these requirements.)