New Mission Guide: Search and Rescue

Get ready to inspire and challenge the young men in your Battalion ministry with our new Mission Guide: Search & Rescue – Seeking the Lost. This engaging program is designed to deepen their appreciation for selflessness, accuracy, preparedness, and compassion, all while connecting these principles to their faith.

Mission Overview: In this mission, participants will explore the theme of rescuing the lost, drawing parallels between the physical and spiritual realms. They will learn how to apply these lessons in real-life scenarios, understanding the lengths to which God has gone to rescue each of us.

Meeting Breakdown:

  • Meeting 1: Selflessness
    Dive into the philosophy and basics of search and rescue, emphasizing selflessness and concern for others. Reflect on Matthew 18:12-14 and Luke 15:8-10 to discuss reaching the lost and preparing for this mission.

  • Meeting 2: Accuracy
    Understand the importance of gathering accurate information and fact-checking.

  • Meeting 3: Preparedness
    Explore the significance of being well-prepared, both physically and spiritually, through the Armor of God (Ephesians 6:13-17) and practical gear.

  • Meeting 4: Troubleshooting
    Learn strategies for handling challenges and unexpected situations, integrating lessons from the story of the Torch.

  • Meeting 5: Compassion
    Focus on compassion with a discussion on the Good Samaritan and the concept of “Living on the Edge.”

  • Final Scenario: Full Scale Exercise
    Apply all the skills learned in a comprehensive exercise, from tracking and navigation to first aid and successful egress, culminating in a practical and spiritual experience.

This Mission Guide equips leaders with the tools to guide young men through a journey of faith and action, blending adventure with spiritual growth. Inspire your battalion to embrace selflessness, accuracy, preparedness, and compassion as they seek the lost and deepen their faith.