Blaze Application Information

LOCAL DUBUQUE RESIDENTS

Application Guidelines

We’re excited that you’re considering applying for Emmaus International’s Blaze program. The Blaze program is a big commitment spiritually, emotionally, and logistically.

Blaze Sessions

Session 1: June 3 - June 21, 2019 ($750 includes lodging, meals, and materials)

Session SPAIN: June 24 - July 12, 2019 ($1750 includes flights to and from Spain, lodging, meals, and materials)

Session PERU: June 24 - July 12, 2019 ($1750 includes flights to and from Peru, lodging, meals, and materials)

Combining Sessions

Session 1 CAN be attending without going to Sessions SPAIN or PERU.
Sessions SPAIN & PERU are missions trip sessions that DO require participants to complete Session 1.
Participants in Session SPAIN & Session PERU will training together in Session 1 before dividing and traveling to the designated country.

Program Eligibility

The Blaze program is designed for adults at least 18 years of age.
Married housing may or may not be available.
No childcare or family housing is provided; therefore, this program is not for married couples with children.
Sessions 1 is available in Dubuque, Iowa; Sessions SPAIN & PERU starts and ends in Dubuque, Iowa but mostly takes place in Spain or Peru.

Application Deadline

We’re currently accepting applications on a rolling basis for all Blaze 2019 sessions.

Admission Requirements

All of the following items must be received by Emmaus International before the deadline for the application to be considered:

Your completed online application
Two reference forms (one from your church leader/spiritual mentor and one adult character reference)
A phone interview with at least one member of the Emmaus International LIT Discipleship team.

Medical Information

To apply, you need to provide some medical information, including insurance, physician, and medication information. Be sure to have these handy before starting the application.

Cost

There is no cost to apply for Blaze; however, accepted participants must submit a $100 deposit to secure their spot.

Session 1: $750

Session SPAIN: $1750

Session PERU: $1750

Session 1 + Session SPAIN: $2500

Session 1 + Session PERU: $2500

All costs includes housing, meals, and materials; cost for Sessions SPAIN & PERU includes housing, meals, materials, and flights to and from Spain or Peru.

Payment is due on the first day of Blaze. At this time, scholarships are not available.

Acceptance

After submitting an application, you will receive notification of acceptance via email within two weeks. If you are accepted into the program, you will receive additional information regarding your next steps for enrollment via email.