STEP 1: DESIRE TO BE TRAINED. The first step in the Discipleship Training process is to desire to be trained. Just as God has ordained that leaders be active in doing the equipping, he likewise has ordained that his people be active in being equipped so that they can effectively do the ministry of the church. Unless a person has a willing heart and a commitment to be a disciple, then any effective spiritual training is impossible. STEP 2: COMMIT TO TRAINING. The second step in the discipleship training process is to commit yourself to that process. The practical manifestation of this commitment is to fill out Form 1, Signing Up Enrollment Form. As noted above, all forms for the Discipleship Training process are included in Appendix II. When the form is complete, turn it into the Uptown Church Office, attn Discipleship Training, or email the form to uptownchurch@uptownchurch.org. This form lets us know that you are interested in committing to the process and being placed with a mentor who can disciple you. Keep in mind that it may take sometime to connect you with the right mentor. In the meantime, do not think that you are unable to proceed further. If you continue to follow the steps of the Discipleship Training manual, even without a mentor, you can still utilize the various resources we have made available. Mentor- based discipleship is the preferred route, but not the only way fora member of Uptown to be equipped. II. Evaluation Stage
