Nurture the gifts God has given you.
The Prophetic WISE school equips students through in-depth teaching and experiences in key elements of the Christian life: the prophetic, worship, intercession, spiritual warfare, and evangelism. Students receive a biblical understanding in how vital these elements are in everyday life and in Christian ministry.
Worship, intercession, spiritual warfare, and evangelism in the prophetic are essential for seeing change in all areas of society and the nations. The prophetic WISE school promotes strong relationship and intimacy with the Lord, which allows individuals to see the world as God does. WISE is a school that calls Christians into deep relationship with the Lord, to hear His leading and guidance in every situation.
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Successful completion of a Discipleship Training School is a prerequisite for WISE.
This school is bilingual, with all classes being offered in both English and Spanish.
Lecture Phase
Our heart is to create an environment where you have an opportunity to further explore the depths of God and learn his Father's heart. The WISE provides an atmosphere where you can experience healing in every element of your original design in order to minister freedom through worship, prayer, and evangelism. One of our goals is that our students would learn to be lead by the Holy Spirit and express God's heart to the people and places we influence. The WISE also aims to help you identify your God-given gifts and learn to use them in ministry.
Jesus said, "You will do greater things than me". The WISE school gives you the chance to apply that to your life as you grow in deeper understanding of what Jesus meant when he said it.
Outreach Phase
During the WISE outreach phase, you'll witness what God wants to do in a city or ministry through your worship and intercession, spiritual battling, prophetic acts, teachings on the elements of the WISE, and more.
Similar to a DTS outreach, you'll grow in stepping out of your comfort zone in evangelism through a deeper revelation of God's love for his children. Unlike a DTS outreach, you'll be very intentional in modeling the elements of the WISE to churches, YWAM bases, students, friends, and strangers. You'll be ministering freedom and identity through Jesus. Prepare to be stretched as you put your spiritual gifts to work, partnering with what God is already doing to expand his kingdom in the nations!
Topics you'll cover
Grow in areas of prophecy, worship, intercession, spiritual warfare, and evangelism
Learn to activate on God's word, and watch His wonder in others lives, our lives, ministries, and cities
Become comfortable with the prophetic, being lead by the Holy Spirit
Increase confidence in the ability to hear His voice and communicate His heart and will for people, places, nations and cultures
Step out in faith to witness healing, miracles, and freedom
Understand your place in the spiritual battle, and the authority God gave us in prayer
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FAQ's and Resources
Have other questions? Email us at schools@ywammazatlan.com
How fluent do I need to be in Spanish or English?
We are a completely bilingual campus! Meaning, speaking only Spanish or English will be more than enough. If neither Spanish nor English is your first language, you just need to comprehend and/or speak one. That being said, we’ve had students in the past that weren’t fluent in either of our languages, and they’ve been willing, amazing people that brought amazing life and culture to our base family. Pray about it! We don't want to hold you back if you're called here.
How far away will I be from everything?
Our YWAM campus is located within walking distance to lots of ‘Tiendas’ (little shops), restaurants, yummy tacos, scenic spots, and coffee shops, as well as some great beaches. Wal-Mart and other grocery stores, the Golden Zone (tourist area), excellent restaurants, movie theatres, and a shopping mall are either a short taxi/uber ride or bus ride away.
What are the eating/cooking arrangements?
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided and all meals are eaten together on our outdoor patio, which looks out over the ocean! Our campus has a kitchen run by our staff and students. We do our best to accommodate all health restrictions (gluten-free, dairy-free), but know that there might be times where we are unable to. There is a fridge for students to use and store personal food in.
Is there a dress code on the base?
For girls – there are no short shorts or skirts, no crop tops. When it comes to swimming, we require swim shorts, and a one piece/tank top.
For guys – Please no speedos. Please don’t have your boxers showing or be shirtless unless swimming.
This will all be covered more in-depth in your welcome pack, after applying!
How much luggage can I bring?
Your airline will determine how much/what kind of luggage you can bring; however while on outreach you will be limited to one pack/suitcase. So pack accordingly. Large hiking/trekking backpacks are ideal for Outreach, but you can get along with a duffel or suitcase if you can't get your hands on a backpack. We totally recommend having a hiking pack if possible. Your accommodations during the Lecture Phase will be limited in personal storage space, so keep that in mind! Everything you bring on to DTS will need to be taken with you on outreach. We have no extra storage space on our campus.
What kind of clothes should I bring?
You’ll need a set of good clothes for local church and ministry, casual clothes for lectures/leisure. We tend to be pretty casual at the campus, but churches here tend to dress up more. Also, depending on where you go on outreach, girls may need longer skirts and long sleeve shirts for working in remote communities. That can be purchased here if needed. And don’t forget some dress clothes for your graduation!!
*Because of the humidity here, clothes can occasionally get stretched out. Keep this in mind when you’re packing your favorite things (but don’t pack like your going to the wilderness either! We still enjoy wearing nice, stylish clothes as much as anyone!
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How do I raise money for my DTS/Secondary School?
There are several different ways to raise money for YWAM Mazatlan schools and outreaches. How you decide to raise your money really depends on your motivation, creativity and willingness to work hard. There is no one right way to raise the money, but to help you along, listed below are some suggestions and ideas that have worked for us. Remember that everything starts and end with prayer.Trust that if God is giving the heart to attend a school with YWAM Mazatlan, He will also give you the tools, favor, and strength to do it. Our biggest recommendation is to start right away! Fundraising is much better and easier when you're at home, than when you are here.
Suggested Reading on Raising Support:
Friendraising: Building a Support Team That Lasts by Betty Barnett
Funding Your Ministry: Whether You’re Gifted or Not by Scott Morton
People Raising: A Practical Guide to Raising Support by Bill Dillon
What is the weather like in Mazatlan?
May through to September are the hot, humid months. You can expect to be sweaty and sticky some of the time you're outside! October and November are a bit more temperate, but you’ll still be wearing summer clothes. Then December through March are the cooler months where you can throw on a light jacket or hoodie at night.
In regards to the hot months- do not worry! There is an AC unit in each bedroom and classroom, and we are blessed to have that during the summer!
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Is it safe?
Mexico in the media has been pinned as a dangerous place, but put all those “I’ve heard’s…” to rest. Our city is a beautiful city to live in. The people are warm and friendly and willing to try out their English. Our beaches are generally safe for swimming and surfing. We will help get you acquainted to the city, the beaches and the Mexican culture.
Yes, like all countries, there is brokenness, hurting people, and corruption in Mexico. God has called us to be bearers of light and hope, to be a part of Him redeeming Mexico, one story and family at a time. Our campus is located in a perfect spot where we can reach places that God has called us to go to, but also host students from all over the world and have an incredible place to do that without jeopardizing safety.
We live in a middle-class neighborhood located directly on the boardwalk of the city, which is one of many places that are safe. Just like any other city in the world, there is wisdom to how we live here, and that doesn't change wherever you are. Our campus is a closed-to-the-public building, and only students and staff live there!
Because of our community-style culture, we're always doing things together. Ministry, going out for tacos at night, walks to coffee shops. We have set curfews at night, and a security guard that takes care of our campus at night.
