On the recent weekends, we had a few candidates request to leave the campground and be taken home as they were suprised by some things on the weekend. And it has been a growing habit for members of both the men’s and women's teams have sponsored candidates. This is a challenge, as one of the main responsibilities of a sponsor is to serve the candidate’s family while he/she is away for the weekend, making sure any needs they may have are met. While team members often rely on Reunion Group brothers/sisters to fulfill this responsibility, it’s still less than ideal. Sponsorship is an opportunity for members of the NTTD community that are not serving on the team to have a lasting impact on the weekend. Along with prayer, it really should be thought of as being a crucial part of the offsite team.

A couple of important things to keep in mind while you pray about sponsoring:

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1. Remember that Tres Dias isn’t designed to be an evangelical ministry. Potential candidates should already have a relationship with Christ and not be “seekers.”

2. Tres Dias isn’t equipped to be a rehab ministry. This has been an issue on recent weekends. Potential candidates should not be in the midst of a substance abuse or addiction battle, or trauma. Before asking a potential candidate about attending a weekend, prayerfully consider if he/she is physically, mentally, and spiritually ready for an up close and personal encounter with God’s unfailing love and grace.

Your sponsorship begins on your knees and ends on your knees. It is very important to seek God’s wisdom as a Tres Dias sponsor. It is more than asking, signing in, and picking up your Candidate. Sponsorship is praying, serving, and encouraging your Candidate before, during and after the weekend - and it is an Essential! It involves a sacrificial commitment by you on behalf of another. Good sponsorship is an integral part of the Tres Dias experience.​