TRAINING UP PURSUERS OF GOD’S HEART

VISION

Training up pursuers of God’s Heart.

mission

To equip and empower the next generation to live out God’s purpose and impact the world around them.

What is The Stand?

The Stand is a 7-month discipleship training program for young adults who want to pursue God with intention and passion.

It’s a year to:

Step away from your regular schedule
Dive deep into your relationship with God
Discover your identity and purpose in Him

Whether it’s your first time truly encountering God or a season to rekindle your fire, this program lays a foundation for the rest of your life.

Through teaching, discussion, personal application, internships, and hands-on experiences, you’ll grow both spiritually and practically. This isn’t just learning—it’s transformation.

You’ll explore your gifts, stretch your faith, and build lifelong relationships with others on the same journey.

Taking a year to invest in your walk with God will be life-changing. We’re so excited for what’s ahead!

✅ A deeper understanding of God’s heart
✅ Greater intimacy in your relationship with Him
✅ Clarity about your identity and calling
✅ New skills and leadership opportunities
✅ Fresh ways to serve and stretch your faith
✅ Personal growth and breakthrough

📌 Next Step:
Ask God if The Stand is for you this year—and be ready to say YES to a journey that will mark you forever.

TOPICS & COURSES INCLUDED IN THE STAND

The courses in The Stand go beyond head knowledge—they're about heart transformation. Each one is designed to help you gain a deeper revelation of God’s Word and learn how to live it out practically.

Graduation Bonus:
Complete The Stand (courses + internship) and you’ll receive a Diploma in Christian Living from Impacting Canada Ministries.

Course Highlights

Firm Foundation
Bible School courses on essential truths such as the New Testament, Faith Life, Prayer, and more.

Leadership 101
Learn how to lead yourself well—and how to lead others with humility, vision, and courage.

Christian Worldview
Explore how to live with a Kingdom mindset in every area—culture, relationships, media, and more.

Real Life
Gain practical life skills: money management, time stewardship, setting healthy boundaries, and navigating adulthood with wisdom.

Understanding You
Discover your identity in Christ, develop personal vision, understand your personality, and uncover your unique grace and place in God’s purpose.

MINISTRY INTERNSHIPS

Hands-on learning is at the core of The Stand.

Internships give you the chance to grow in real-life ministry settings, like:

Event planning
Media and production
Children’s ministry
Sunday service support
Behind-the-scenes church operations

You'll also take part in local outreach—sharing the love of Jesus in practical ways through:

Street ministry
Community service projects
Church events

It’s a chance to grow by doing—and to make a real impact.

Fall 2025 Schedule & Tuition

📅 Fall Semester (September – December)

Schedule

Monday Evenings: 6:30–8:30 PM
Monthly Weekend Intensive:
- One Friday evening + Saturday morning per month (scheduled in advance)
- Friday: 6:00–8:30 PM
- Saturday: 9:30 AM–12:00 PM
- (One weekend in Sept, Oct, Nov, Dec)

Internship Hours

10–12 hours/month
Flexible with your schedule
Opportunities to rotate through different areas
Internships are a key part of the program

❄️ Winter Semester

Dates and schedule will be announced by the end of October.

💵 Tuition

$225 per semester
Includes course materials, instruction, and internships
Mission trip costs are separate (fundraising opportunities available)

📝 Applications

Applications open: August 30
Deadline: September 15
The Stand requires a minimum of 6 students to operate.

FUN + COMMUNITY

The Stand is intentionally relational—and yes, FUN is part of the journey! Some of the best learning will take place in the in between moments. This isn’t just about growing spiritually—it’s about doing life together!

MINISTRY TRIPS

Each year includes a ministry trip—either across Canada or abroad.

Trip details are decided as a group based on timing and availability.
If a missions trip is international, fundraising support will be provided.

Whether local or global, these trips are an incredible way to give out what you've received—and be forever changed in the process.

Jessica Duplantis

I joined the Stand because I truly needed a foundation in my faith. I needed to be discipled, to learn, and to understand how to read and apply God’s Word. This program is such a great opportunity to come and learn about Jesus, to grasp the message of the gospel, and to learn what it means to be a follower of Christ. God’s Word is our life source. We cannot truly know Him apart from it—and the Stand helped me understand how the Bible works and how to build a strong foundation for the rest of my life.

Scott Barclay

One of the most impactful things I learned was the value of personal discipline! We were constantly reminded that in order to see lasting change we had to put in effort. The class “Total Life Makeover” showed this to me clearly, teaching us consistency, determination, and self-discipline. For 7 months I was committed to seeing as much change as possible, and reflecting on it now, I see that the growth I’ve had has all been fruit of time and energy that I put into The Stand. I can confidently say that because of The Stand, my life is on the right path and that I have a firm foundation to continue to build on.

Megan Harrison

Before The Stand, one of the main things I was struggling with was hearing from the Holy Spirit. I attempted to make “right” decisions, but I wasn’t really letting God lead me. After all these months of immersive teaching, I not only have more knowledge of the Word, but I’m able to put it into practice! I know that I hear the Holy Spirit and I’m so much more attentive to Him. I am so thankful for the spiritual growth I’ve seen this year. God is so good!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS...

Is The Stand like going to school?
Not quite. While there are class times and learning involved, The Stand is focused on revelation over information. Classes are designed to help you discover God’s truth and your identity in Him—not just to take notes. Sessions are informal, interactive, and filled with discussion and reflection, not lectures.

Will there be homework or assignments?
Yes—but don’t worry, nothing overwhelming! Assignments are minimal and always designed for personal growth, not academic grading. You can expect some project-based work and Bible reading, which will be a big part of your journey.

Do I have to attend everything?
Yes. When you join The Stand, you’re committing to be part of the full experience—classes, group sessions, internships, and more. We’ll go over expectations and scheduling during orientation.

What kind of internships will I do?
Students will rotate through different areas of ministry, gaining hands-on experience in things like:

Event planning
Tech and media
Kids ministry
Janitorial and behind-the-scenes service
Preaching and leadership
This gives you a broad taste of how ministry functions in real life!

Who teaches the classes?
You’ll hear from a variety of teachers throughout the year, including:

Ordained ministers from Impacting Canada Ministries
Impact Life Church leadership team members
Local leaders and special guests with expertise in their field

What do I “get” at the end of The Stand?
While the greatest reward is your personal and spiritual growth, students who complete the full program will receive a Diploma in Christian Living from Impacting Canada Ministries.

Are the classes live or video-based?
Both. Classes are always attended live, however depending on the topic, some classes will be taught by a live teacher and some by video based courses. classes are taught live. However, with in person discussion time built in.

What’s the tuition and how does payment work?
Tuition is $650 total, broken down into manageable payments:

$150 at registration
$100 each month until paid in full.
You can also choose to pay in full at the start if that works better for you.

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