Encounter
Encounter is a short-term, introductory level training program of The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry that provides Christians (high-school age and up) with the opportunity to engage in a biblically-based ministry experience of loving and serving Israel and the Jewish community.

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Email *
Secondary email address (non-school; if you do not have one, enter N/A) *
Contact Information 
First Name *
Last Name *
Your cell phone number (or the best number to reach you) *
Are you able to receive texts on your phone if we need to reach you?  *
Citizenship *
Street Address *
City *
State/Province *
Zip Code/ Postal Code *
If you are selected as a team member, do you give permission for FOI to share your contact information (address, email) with other team members?
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Program Information
For your scheduling convenience, FOI is offering three Encounter opportunities per year. To which Encounter opportunity are you applying? *
How did you hear of The Friends of Israel's Encounter program? *
What interests you about a ministry that focuses on Israel and the Jewish people? *
Have you had previous training in Jewish ministry? If yes, please explain. If no, enter N/A. *
Please be advised that the current cost of participation in the Encounter program is $500.00 USD per participant (if you are currently in full-time vocational Christian ministry, the cost is $300.00 USD per participant). These costs include lodging for four nights, meals, excursions, supplies, and transportation while on the Encounter program.

These costs do not include transportation (such as flights) to and from the Encounter program, or dinner in NYC.

I understand and agree that if I am accepted into the Encounter program, I am responsible for securing my personal transportation to and from the program, as well as ensuring that the cost of my participation in the program is paid in full prior to the start of the program.

[Note: Do not send money upon completion of this application. Once your application is reviewed, we will inform you if you have been approved to participate in the Encounter program. Payment instructions will then follow.] *
If you are approved to participant in the Encounter program, please inform us of your hotel lodging preferences:  *
If you prefer double occupancy, and you know of another applicant with whom you would like to room, please include your roommate's name below.

Note: Both you and your prefered roommate must fill out an application.
Photographic Release: I grant and convey to The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry all right, title, and interests in any and all photographs, images, video, or audio recordings of me or my likeness or voice made by FOI in connection with my participation in the Encounter program. 
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Personal Information
Gender *
Date of Birth *
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Occupation (if retired, state occupation before retirement) *
Please tell us of any practical or technical skills and/or experience you might have (e.g., mechanical, carpentry, painting, construction, maintenance, cleaning, gardening etc.): *
Do you have a criminal record (other than traffic violations)? *
If yes, please explain (otherwise, enter N/A). *
Spiritual Life
Please submit a brief testimony (but more than just a couple of sentences) of how you came to know the Lord. Your testimony should include a clear explanation of the gospel so that someone else, if reading your testimony, would know how they, too, could come to know the Lord: *
Home Church Name:
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Denomination or Affiliation:
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Church Website Address:
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I have read The Friends of Israel's Statement of Faith.  https://www.foi.org/vision/statement-of-faith/  *
I am in complete agreement with The Friends of Israel's Statement of Faith. *
If you are not in complete agreement, please explain (otherwise, enter N/A): *
Health and Safety
Due to the physical challenges of Encounter, we regret that we are unable to accept team members who are physically or mentally disabled or handicapped.
Declaration of Health – Please be advised that Encounter may call at times for rigorous exertion and physical effort, including walking 3-4 miles a day and some stairs. I declare that I am in good physical and mental condition, capable of participating in the Encounter program. *
If you have any special health needs that we should be aware of, please explain what those are. Be specific, and include all allergies or dietary restrictions. (If not applicable, enter N/A.) *
Please list any medications that you are currently taking or need to avoid in case of medical emergency situations that might arise during Encounter. (If not applicable, enter N/A.) *
Health Insurance – I understand and agree that I am responsible for providing my own personal health insurance that will cover any medical bills (including those due to sickness or injury, doctors’ visits, hospitalization, and/or medicine) incurred during my participation in the Encounter program.

I also understand and agree that any medical expenses not covered by my personal health insurance are my sole responsibility and not that of The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry nor its employees. *
Travel Insurance – Please be advised that The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry strongly recommends purchasing personal travel insurance in case of unforeseen circumstances that might negatively impact your participation in the Encounter program, such as, but not limited to, cancelation of the program, transportation delays or cancelation, lost luggage, etc.

If you do choose to purchase travel insurance, you are welcome to purchase travel insurance from any vendor, but we have found Travelex Insurance (travelexinsurance.com) a reliable source.

I therefore understand and agree that I am responsible for providing my own personal travel insurance that will cover any travel loss incurred during my participation in the Encounter program.

I also understand and agree that any travel expenses not covered by my personal travel insurance are my sole responsibility and not that of The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry nor its employees.
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Assumption of Risk and Waiver of Liability – I understand and agree that I assume all risks involved in my participation in Encounter and waive all claims of responsibility in The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry, Inc. for any losses or damages except as may be caused by its gross negligence or willful misconduct.

I agree to hold The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry, Inc. harmless from any and all claims which may be brought against The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry, Inc. on account of misconduct on my part. *
Clarification and Confirmation
Dismissal – I understand that participants may be immediately dismissed from an Encounter trip for not being completely honest with their answers on this application, behavior unbecoming a Christian, behavior deemed to be dangerous to persons, property, or security, or violating any part of this agreement. Dismissal from a trip will result in immediate removal from the group and the participant will become solely responsible for any and all expenses incurred thereafter, including, but not limited to lodging, transportation, and meals. All costs and fees paid to Encounter will be forfeited with no refund upon dismissal.
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If you would like to explain any of your answers above, please do so here.
Thank you for your assistance by filling out this application. 
[Note: Encounter, a ministry of The Friends of Israel, reserves the right to accept or not accept any applicant as a member of the Encounter program. FOI may also cancel an applicant’s acceptance in the Encounter program for reasons it deems appropriate.]
By clicking the SUBMIT button, I hereby certify that the statements and answers I am providing in this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and that I understand that statements or information furnished in this application are subject to verification.
A copy of your responses will be emailed to the address you provided.
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