Our goal here at Second Timothy Discipleship Ministries is twofold. First and foremost, it will give you a foundation to be a disciple of Jesus Christ. We want to help you be able to confidently share the gospel of Jesus Christ with others when you leave our facility. Secondly is to help you establish a permanent place to live when you leave here so that you will have an anchor to help you get a fresh start in the journey the Lord has set for you.
The rules below are set up to help you and all other Program Participants achieve these goals. If you break these rules, you will be asked to leave with no refunds of program fees, and you will not be permitted to return to the ministry. There are many people waiting for the opportunity you now have, and it would not be fair to them to allow you back in if you do not wish to follow the rules. This is your one and only chance; determine to make it count now.
Please understand you are a temporary guest here at Second Timothy Discipleship Ministries, and that status is conditional on your compliance with the following rules.
COMPLIANCE:
You are not renting a place to live here at Second Timothy Discipleship Ministries; you are a Program Participant for a transitional living program. Failure to follow the rules set by this ministry will result in dismissal from the program, and no refunds will be given. You agree to comply with all rules set. You will be expected to show spiritual growth in the Lord Jesus Christ, and we will be looking for fruit in your life and actions to show proof of that growth.
EMPLOYMENT:
All Program Participants are required to have and maintain employment in order to participate in Second Timothy Discipleship Ministries, and full-time work of 40 hours is advised. Work schedules must be shown to staff weekly. Program Participants are not allowed to work in any place that serves alcohol or engages in nudity or other similar activity.
PROGRAM FEES:
Everyone is expected to keep program fees paid and current every week. Please see the staff to discuss what is owed. Keep all receipts. Fees are due on Friday of every week.
VISITORS:
There will be NO visitors on the property without permission from staff. Approved visits must take place in common areas.
LEAVE:
All overnight stays off Campas must be approved by staff. You must be staying with a family member for leave to be approved. Spouse (of the opposite sex, we only recognize two sexes, Male and Female), Child, Parent, Sibling. Request for conjugal leave must be with your spouse, and a copy of your valid marriage certificate must be on file with Second Timothy Discipleship Ministries. Any fees incurred to validate said certificate will be paid by you. Any person you are going to be leaving with must be interviewed and approved by staff before leave will be granted. If they do not wish to consent to an interview, then leave will not be granted.
DRUGS & ALCOHOL:
There will be NO drug or alcohol use or possession on or off the property during your stay. This includes all mood-altering chemicals and prescription medications. We are a sober-living program, and you must remain clean and sober while you are here. If you test positive, it will be grounds for immediate Dismissal from the program. A drug test upon entry, as well as random drug and alcohol testing, will be used. Staff has the right to search your living area or vehicle at any time without notice. If you are suspected of drug or alcohol consumption, you are responsible for all drug and alcohol testing costs.
WEAPONS:
No Program Participant or visitor is allowed to have weapons or items that could be used as a weapon to cause bodily harm to self or another person.
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS:
No Program Participant may keep any item of a dangerous, flammable, or explosive character that might unreasonably increase the danger of fire or explosion on the premises or that might be considered hazardous or extra hazardous by any responsible insurance company.
MORAL CONDUCT:
We expect all Program Participants to conduct themselves in a Godly manner during their stay with Second Timothy Discipleship Ministries. You will not use foul language, and you will treat others with courtesy. No sex toys of any kind are permitted, and no masturbation is allowed. If you struggle with these things or any other sin has a hold over you, please talk with a staff member. If a resident knows someone is breaking the rules, they are to report it to staff immediately. If they do not, they will be deemed as guilty as the person breaking the rules.
THEFT:
Taking belongings without asking is considered stealing and WILL NOT be tolerated. This includes food, toiletries, clothing, etc. Theft could result in immediate dismissal from the program.
BARGAINING:
Program Participants will not give, lend, buy, or sell anything to another Program Participant without permission of the staff, and a written record of the transaction must be on file with Second Timothy Discipleship Ministries in order to do so.
LIGHTS-OUT & QUIET TIME:
Lights must be out in bedrooms, except for dim reading lamps, by 11 pm. For this reason, quiet time also begins at 11 pm. This means no loud conversations, noisy kitchen use, slamming of doors, turning on lights, etc.
CURFEW:
Program Participants must be at the living facility by 11 pm., unless working.
NICOTINE:
This is a smoke-free, tobacco-free, nicotine-free campus. No smoking is allowed anywhere on any of our properties. This includes chewing, dipping, and vaping, and any other form of nicotine use. None of these are permitted on campus by Program Participants or guests; you must explain this to any guest who may come to see you.
HYGIENE:
All Program Participants on campus need to be clean and presentable at all times. Clothing and bedding should be kept clean.
INSURANCE:
Program Participants are responsible for their own insurance, which includes medical insurance, insurance for any vehicle you are using at the facility, and insurance for any possessions you are keeping at the facility. Second Timothy Discipleship Ministries is not responsible for accidents caused by you or other Program Participants. You are responsible for your own property.
TRACKING:
You will be required to place a tracking app on your phone, and you will be required to keep your phone with you at all times. And you must keep your phone charged and in working order at all times. This app will monitor your location and your driving habits.
ATTIRE:
Please keep attire modest and appropriate. If a staff member asks you to change or another resident is offended, you will be asked to change.
GROUNDS:
All Program Participants are expected to help keep the grounds looking nice. This will include mowing, weeding beds, and maintaining any gardens on the grounds.
MAINTENANCE:
All Program Participants are expected to help with maintaining anything that needs fixing as they come up.
KITCHENS:
Kitchens are available. Depending on where you live, please use the designated kitchen. It is expected that all who prepare food will clean up immediately after meals. This includes washing dishes, countertops, stoves, microwaves, and all cookware, putting dishes away, sweeping, etc. Please keep food labeled inside refrigerators and cabinets. There are designated refrigerators and cabinets for donated food that is available for all to eat. Again, if taking food belonging to someone else persists, it will be grounds for dismissal.
MEALS & FOOD:
We do not provide meals or food. Each Program Participant is responsible for their own food, and as stated above, you may not take from other Program Participants without permission. Only donated food may be taken, which is stored in the labeled area.
BEDROOMS:
Each individual will maintain their own living quarters. This includes making your bed daily, tidying the area, hanging bath towels, and keeping clothing and personal belongings put away. Staff may come and inspect your area at any time. You must have permission from another Program Participant before entering their room, and this permission must be granted each time you enter. Do not assume you are welcome because you were given permission once. Permission must be given each time.
BELONGINGS IN COMMON AREAS:
All furniture and household items that belong to the facility may not be removed from the facility without permission. Any repairs needed should be reported to the staff. The Program Participants sharing common areas are expected to work together to purchase necessary shared items. We are looking to see how well you work as a team, as well as improving yourself. This includes toilet paper, paper towels, cleaning supplies, and any other necessary shared items.
THERMOSTATS:
Only staff are permitted to operate thermostats.
TRANSPORTATION:
Program Participants are responsible for their own transportation. Transportation provided by a non-program participant is acceptable, but they must stay parked and in their vehicle while waiting for the Program Participant, and they must have been interviewed and approved by staff before the Program Participant can ride with them. If you suspect someone you are riding with is under the influence of drugs or alcohol, you may not get in the vehicle with them.
SAVINGS:
We will help you create a savings account if you do not have a bank account. We suggest saving at least $5,000 before moving out.
LANGUAGE:
We expect everyone to speak to one another with courtesy, even in difficult discussions. Profanity/cussing is not permitted, and if violations persist, it will be grounds for dismissal. The power of the tongue can either hurt or help.
MEDICATION:
All medication should be given to the Transitional Housing staff. Weekly containers will be filled and distributed. If medication is found in personal belongings or given to another Program Participant, this will be immediate grounds for dismissal.
PARKING:
Program Participants with a vehicle will be told where they can park by the staff. This may change from time to time.
PETS:
No Program Participants are permitted to house pets of any kind on the property. No resident may feed or water any stray animal in the neighborhood. Wild Bird feeders are permitted and are to be installed and maintained by the Program Participants, but may only be placed with staff permission.
RESPONSIBILITY:
Program Participants are totally responsible for all personal belongings, including but not limited to: medications, IDs, money, bedding, clothing, toiletries, etc. Please ask staff if any items are needed, and we’ll do our best to provide you with what you need if available.
MAIL:
Second Timothy Discipleship Ministries is not responsible for the Program Participants' mail. All Program Participants are strongly advised to get a private mailbox at the U. S. post office or other mail service. We will not be responsible for your mail, and you may not ask any other Program Participant to be responsible for your mail.
MEETINGS:
All Program Participants are required to attend the 6 p.m. Tuesday night staff-led Bible meeting on campus, once a week, and at least one church service every week, and it is suggested you attend one Christian Faith-based recovery meeting each week. You may attend additional meetings based on your individual needs as you see fit, but you must let the staff know where you will be. Each house will be expected to create its own bible study and let the staff know how they intend to conduct this, we expect everyone to know how to lead a bible study before they leave our facilities. This is to be set up as each house sees fit. Staff will assist you with guidelines on how to do this.
All rules are for your and everyone else's safety. If rules are consistently broken and termination from the program is inevitable, we believe it was your choice. Everyone has the same opportunities to succeed at Second Timothy Discipleship Ministries. Make your one chance count.
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