How we work

Making Christ Known in the ADF

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Making Christ Known in the ADF

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How we work
FOCUS Military Ministry works on training bases in the ADF leading voluntary, on-base bible discussions, small groups and social activities. By presenting Christ to trainees we assist in the development of trainees values and beliefs and the foundation of their character for service to the nation through their roles in the ADF. We aim to give every person joining the ADF the opportunity to know Jesus Christ. This means that we want to be visible, accessible and encouraging to all trainees regardless of beliefs or persuasion. We work to ensure all our interactions with trainees proclaim Christ as he is presented in the Scriptures. We do this through several activities.
FOCUS Nights
Our weekly gathering
We run FOCUS nights usually weekly where we work through Scripture and proclaim the gospel. These nights are open to all people. We pray together, enjoy friendship and encourage each other.

Bible Studies
Big lessons in small groups
In disussion groups we will open the Bible and talk through the meaning and implications for each of us. This is where people can ask more questions and wrestle with what it means to follow Jesus as Lord and Saviour.

1-1 mentoring
Targeted growth and care
Staff and volunteers will meet regularly with trainees to support them personally in their growth as a Military Christian. In these catch ups we will discuss and pray through specific challenges, hopes and goals.

The Bible, as originally given, is the God-breathed and infallible word of God. This precious, life-giving word is sufficient for our knowledge of God and the supreme authority in all matters of faith and conduct.

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FOCUS Military Ministry Statement of Beliefs
Our Strategy

FOCUS Military Ministry has set a strategy to achieve our vision of every person joining the ADF having the opportunity to know the Lord Jesus.

We will achieve this by:

Engaging current and future trainees to consider Christ
We are present on training bases and visible to trainees. We seek to have a high awareness of our ministry and a good understanding amongst all trainees that we follow Jesus.
Proclaiming the gospel to recent entrants of the ADF
FOCUS staff and trainees are encouraging all people to attend FOCUS events and churches. We seek to present the gospel clearly and winsomely at every appropriate opportunity.
Equipping Christians for Christ-centred lives in the ADF
We seek to grow a deep understanding of the Christian faith in trainees through regular bible reading and prayer. We help grow confidence in handling God's word and prepare trainees for the unique challenges and opportunities of following Christ in the ADF.
Connecting Christians to support the mission of FOCUS
We encourage people to support FOCUS through prayer and financial support to ensure the ministry is sustainable and effective. We engage local churches and likeminded ministries to mutually support God's work.
Statement of Beliefs
We believe in a sovereign God (Father, Son and Holy Spirit) who created and sustains the universe. He loves us and, despite our rebellion, has paid the price for our guilt by having the Son, Jesus Christ, die on the cross. Having reconciled us to him, we are called to new life and are being transformed by the Holy Spirit.
Full Statement of Beliefs
In ministering to people, we value:
Local Churches
as the primary expression of the body of Christ and so values every trainee, staff-member and volunteer leader having a love for, and a committed involvement in, a local church.
Prayerful dependence on God
as we recognise God's rule over all things. God answers prayer more abundantly than we ask, so we pray according to his will and work in God's power for his glory.
The Bible
as God-breathed and trustworthy (2 Tim 3:16). We value expository Bible teaching and study, Biblical theology, and humble submission to the Bible to shape our life and doctrine and our mission, message and methods of ministry
Teamwork
in the way we do ministry. This means forming a staff, volunteer or church-led team to lead each training base ministry in partnership with trainees. This also means forming effective partnerships with a variety of like-minded ministries.