Armor Bearers Program through Joy Christian Fellowship Church in Medford Oregon

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Pastor Steve and Kim Schmelzer - Bringing the Gospel to Medford Oregon and the Rogue Valley

Hello, We are Pastor Steve and Kim Schmelzer. Joy is a multi-generational church committed to building strong families on principles from God’s Word.
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Why Visit Joy?

We love people.
It's a fact: Visiting a church can be intimidating. At Joy Christian Fellowship we make it our priority to make you feel welcome, comfortable, and loved.

We're close.
No matter where you live in the Rogue Valley, we're right in the center.

We're real.
From the music to the message, we have a genuine passion for God, life and family.

What We Believe
School Of Leaders

Our Ministries

Armor Bearers

Surrendering Our Lives For The Purposes And Plans Of God

“We are your servants, ready to do whatever my lord the king commands.” 2 Samuel 15:15

Our Vision

Developing Character Through Principled Living

Armor Bearer's Mission Statement:
Surrendering Our Lives For The Purposes And Plans Of God “We are your servants, ready to do whatever my lord the king commands.” 2 Samuel 15:15. To train and equip students into the disciplines and skills of practical servant ministry. To carry the torch of the Gospel to future generations. To fulfill Christ’s commission and carry out the plan of God for our own lives.

Servant Ministry Fulfilling Christ's Commission

Our Mission

To build a strong foundation through Bible College education and the study of God’s Word. To be faithful disciples with a passion for pleasing God, achieving excellence, developing character, living out the truth and serving others.

Our Values

Passion
Loving God Wholeheartedly
Servant's Heart
Seeking To Serve With Willingness and a Positive Attitude
Purity
Walking in Holiness Through Obedience to God
Unity
Working Together as One for the Success of the Team
Discipline
Developing Character Through Principled Living
Purpose
Discovering and Fulfilling Our Destiny in God

Armor Bearers is a post high school program designed to equip and train young men and women into the disciplines and skills of practical servant ministry. Two years are set apart for focused training including Zoe Bible College, 12 – 16 modules covering a wide range of subjects and practical internship in various areas of ministry. A third year program is available for selected students that enables them to earn a bachelor level certificate as well as hands on training in specific areas of ministry.

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Brochure Downloads (Adobe PDF):
AB Brochure (page 1)
AB Mission Statement (page 2)
Jacob Schmelzer "Opening Letter" (page 3)
Joy Pastors (page 4)
Daily Schedule (page 5)
Student Interns Page (page 6)
Zoe Bible College (SBC) (page 7)
Program Requirements (page 8)
Financial Plan (page 9)
Hear from the Students and Parents (page 10)
Application Process (page 11)
Back Folder (page 12)