12 STEP FOLLOW UP PROGRAM

12 Step Follow-Up Program
  1. The Ring- the symbol and namesake of the Silver Ring Thing. The ring is a constant reminder of the commitment made and sends a profound message to everyone who sees it.
  2. SRT Bible- abstinence study Bible with support material specific to students. A distinct connection between the Bible and e-mail follow-up provides depth and further understanding of the decision made.
  3. The Vow- a public promise to remain abstinent until marriage pledged by each student in a group setting. The Vow is signed and dated on the first page of the SRT Bible as a reminder and constant source of encouragement and support.
  4. A Faith Decision- in accepting the ring, the student accepts the reason for wearing it. The student understands that God has a plan for his or her life, and a plan for his or her sexuality. When the decision is faith-based, the student has the power of God working within them.
  5. Accountability Partner- within 48 hours, every student is asked to name an accountability partner of the same sex to encourage, share, and support his or her decision.
  6. E-mail- SRT team members initiate e-mail contact with all students in an exhaustive effort to remain present in the daily lives of students. E-mails go out twice a week for two months and help guide and direct students through the SRT Bible and through daily circumstances.
  7. SRT Mentoring- Staff members readily available to answer questions and offer support via phone, instant messenger, e-mail, or personal visitation where possible.
  8. CREW/ Leadership training- SRT is a teen and peer-driven organization. Students are taught leadership skills that strengthen the willpower to keep the vow and are given technical training of SRT systems and equipment. Joining Crew strengthens the abstinence commitment.
  9. Youth Group- using contact information, students are encouraged and “plugged-in” to local youth networks for support and discipleship.
  10. Website- our website, www.silverringthing.com, provides information for upcoming shows, current issues, latest SRT news, pictures, etc. Areas such as “Deb’s Diary”, “Ask the Doctor”, and “SRT Helpline” provide honest answers to real-life questions and challenges and help them understand the importance of an abstinence commitment.
  11. Abstinence Saturated Communities- SRT is aggressively expanding its national and international reach and students become part of an every-growing peer group who will strengthen each other’s commitment. The goal is to perform 20-30 events per year in each Hub city, where students can attend numerous shows and receive constant encouragement and positive peer pressure.
  12. Internship/Staff Opportunities- High school and college intern positions are available along with full-time staff positions in each developing Hub city. These positions provide strong bonds and fellowship, adding an additional level of accountability.

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