Fiery Devotion & a Disciplined Life
Mark Sayers, a student of revival movements, observed a unique feature of the renewal started by John Wesley. All renewal movements contained Spirit-empowered renewal - Fire. The Wesleyan renewal movement, however, burned brighter and longer than many others for the reason that it included an additional ingredient: spiritual discipline - Form. The vitality of the movement was sustained by its ability disciple people into a structured, disciplined life of spiritual fervor.
GOHOP is pleased to be partnering with Josiah Bokma and Andy Groen of the Emmaus Road Network to offer this Internship again. The Emmaus Road Network is a multidisciplinary team that journeys with Christian leaders and churches towards spiritual renewal by offering coaching and counselling, spiritual direction and consulting, workshops and retreats.
We want to see the FIRE of God in our day. We want to see people healed, set free, flourishing in their spiritual gifts and experiencing the love and power of God. We also value the time-tested FORMS delivered by the monastic tradition. Spiritual fervour cannot survive without discipline and habit, without rhythms of prayer, fasting, silence & solitude, and worship.
Form & Fire is a 3-month GOHOP internship that integrates the Contemplative and Charismatic traditions.
FORM
We will learn about and practice Spiritual Disciplines (Prayer, Fasting, Silence & Solitude, Worship etc.), looking to Jesus as our model and teacher.
FIRE
We also want do DO the things Jesus did. We want live a Spirit-empowered life. We will learn about the gifts of the Spirit, hearing God’s voice, and learn to practise the ministry of healing.
We invite you to come on this journey with us to grow in your relationship with God— Father , Son and Holy Spirit. Become part of a Spirit-empowered and disciplined community serving and loving God and neighbour in Hamilton, Ontario.
Testimonies
Being a part of the Form and Fire Internship has been an enriching experience. Learning new practices, reclaiming some lost ones, and becoming more intentional in my own prayer life is most valuable. Andy and Josiah bring a wealth of experience and encourage us on our faith journey and expression. The group has been mutually supportive and made the experience one that I will long remember and cherish. Linda (Fall 2023)
The internship program has been instrumental at this time in my life. It is helping me draw closer to God and allowing me to experience His presence, love and power in redemptive and healing ways. The teaching and discussions have been excellent, wise and thoughtful. The learning is both interactive and experiential in a small group which has provided accountability, community and a deep sense of hope. Becky (Fall 2023)The Form & Fire internship has been a huge blessing to me over this season, giving me an opportunity to be surrounded by an intentional community of Christ-followers who are all fixed on pursuing God more deeply. The spiritual “forms” have provided new tools for me to use in structuring and building my relationship with the Lord, while learning about the “fire” has encouraged me to open myself up to the power and presence of the Holy Spirit in my daily life. I would recommend this internship to anyone looking to take the next step on their spiritual journey! Emily (Fall 2023 Cohort)
INTernship details
Training Sessions & Discussion - (6 total)
In person discussion and training facilitated by GOHOP staff.
Prayer Room Hours - 2 hours of personal / corporate prayer per week.
Pray in the GOHOP Prayer Room (flexible hours).
Corporate Worship Nights - 1 per month (3 total)
Participate in corporate prayer or worship. This could be Friday Night Prayer or corporate prayer events hosted by GOHOP (Barnabas Listening Prayer, Asah Creative Prayer Studio, Moving Mountains Prayer, Prayer for the Persecuted Church, Heartwatch, etc.)
Guided Retreat Days - 1 per month (3 total)
Retreat 1: Following the Way of Jesus in Power and Discipline
Retreat 2: Hearing God’s Voice
Retreat 3: Spiritual Gifts
Spiritual Companionship - 1 meeting per month (3 total)
Each participant is required to meet with a trusted spiritual companion (spiritual director, pastor, mentor or mature Christian friend) once a month to pray with and process their learning.
Reading - Even the Sparrow by Jill Weber
This course is designed so anyone—students, working professionals, stay-at-home parents—can participate who has a hunger to Grow! The work load is designed to fit around a moderately busy schedule.
Number of Participants - 5 to 10
To ensure a high quality of community, accountability and sharing during our Retreats and Discussion evenings, we will run Form & Fire for a minimum of five and a maximum of ten participants.
Cost
The fee to participate is $425. Scholarships are available, so don’t allow finances prevent you from applying. For more information, contact info@gohop.ca.
Full payment must be made before or at the beginning of the first meeting.
Payment can be made by cash, cheque (made out to “GOHOP”) or by e-transfer to payment@gohop.ca.
Please include your name and Form and Fire Spring 2025 in the memo.
Form & Fire - Fall 2025 dates
There will be six prayer and discussion evenings held in the GOHOP Prayer Room from 7:30 - 9:00 pm Thursday evenings, starting in September.
September 25
October 9
October 23
November 6
November 20
December 4
Retreats will be held on the following Saturdays from 9:00 am to 4 pm. Sites are to be determined.
October 4
November 1
November 29