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Discipleship Assistant

A Discipleship Assistant (DA) is responsible for promoting private Christian worship among the Taylor student body in general and his floor/wing in particular. 

She or he should possess an exemplary Christian character and lifestyle (including a growing commitment to regular Bible reading, prayer and local church involvement).  A DA should work well with others and have the respect of his peers, professors and any other leaders under whom she has served.  This is a highly relational job.  A DA must therefore be energized by relationships.

Specific Description

A DA is responsible for assisting the Discipleship Coordinator (DC) in planning and promoting private worship among the members of his residence hall.  This includes:

  • Taking personal responsibility for and creatively promoting the spiritual well being of her own floor/wing in the areas of regular Bible reading, prayer and local church attendance.
  • Promoting membership in small groups for spiritual support and accountability among the students on his floor/wing.
  • Recruiting qualified persons to lead small groups.
  • Providing energetic, creative and biblical leadership to the small group leaders.
  • Planning, promoting and producing a calendar of varied and regular events that further the spiritual well-being of the floor/wing.
  • Supporting the goals and objectives of the DC.
  • Serving as an aid, ally and advocate of the PA.
  • Other duties as assigned by the DC.

Specific Benefits

  • Promoting the overall, spiritual health of Taylor University.
  • Growing in your understanding of biblical worship (Romans 12:1).
  • Training for future Christian leadership.
  • Developing life-long partnerships in gospel work.