MIAMI STINT 2005

Movements on every campus reaching every student with the Gospel and impacting the cities of South Florida and the world.

Dates: August 10, 2005 to June 30, 2006

To apply: www.apply4stint.com

Questions?: Contact Troy Coons, (305) 270-8193, Troy.Coons@uscm.org

Application deadline: March 1, 2005

What comes to your mind when you think of Miami? The beach? Miami Vice? Shaq? These are sure to be found, but Miami has much more to offer than surf and celebrities. Miami is full of people from all over the world seeking status, education, security, and the American Dream. You will find people who are like you and people who aren't. They all have a story to share:

  • Jorge came from Cuba with his mom when he was just two years old...in a boat, and it wasn't the Royal Caribbean!
  • Carlos and his family fled South America after his father was kidnapped and escaped.
  • Darfin is studying engineering at the University of Miami. His home in Africa is 8,000 miles away.
  • Jon was born in Miami and is a freshman at Barry University. He had never read the Bible before this year.
  • Marline was born in Haiti and raised in St. Martin. She started a Campus Crusade club at her school three years ago and won "Club of the Year" twice

Did you know?

  • Miami is the second-most un-churched city in America. Only 15% of the population is in church on Sunday.
  • 50% of Miami residents are born outside of the U.S.
  • Miami-Dade county is 60% Hispanic by population.
  • 70% of the Miami population does not speak English at home.
  • Any mail piece from the county government comes in three languages: English, Spanish, and Creole.
  • South Florida is home to over 200,000 college students on over 50 campuses, most of whom have never heard the Gospel!

Why Miami?

  • Take the Gospel to students from all ove rthe world.
  • Help build upon a young movement at Florida International University, Miami's largest school.
  • Enjoy an overseas experience without actually going overseas.
  • Have a unique opportunity to work with and be mentored by full-time Campus Crusade staff.
  • Have a chance to learn the spanish language (and Salsa dancing).
  • Endless opportunities for fun: snorkeling in the Keys, professional and college sports, and canoeing in the Everglades...
  • The beach! The weather! The beach!

Why Florida International University?

  • 33,000 students
  • Less than 100 students involved in campus ministry.
  • Largest contingent of Hispanic students in the country.
  • Vibrant campus Greek Life.

What will it take?

  • A willingness to trust God in life, ministry, and developing a financial support team.
  • A desire to experience a new culture and work with a team.
 

To apply for Miami Stint go to:

www.apply4stint.com