The overall experience on the Global Bridge is aimed at transforming the heart, mind, and soul. The program is designed to help students thoughtfully recognize the call of God in the midst of the challenges of cross-cultural ministry. Students engage in daily devotions, meet regularly with a mentor and participate in weekly Bible studies.

We all long for someone to believe in us, a role model, an encouraging presence in our life. At SI, we recognize the role that a Christian mentor can play in your life – helping you develop a solid pattern of spiritual discipline, providing accountability, and helping you establish and achieve goals. 

Mentors are SI staff members – strong Christians who are passionate about pouring Christ’s love into those around them. 

In the fall, mentors guide you through a 3-credit ministry practicum class which includes establishing spiritual, academic, ministry, cultural and personal goals. Your mentor meets with you regularly to hold you accountable to your goals, process your experience and give you feedback on your progress in the program. 

In the spring, mentors guide you through materials designed to help you grow in your faith and in your personal and ministry skills. There is no academic credit given for the spring mentoring program.

Throughout your time on the Global Bridge you will live in community with a group of committed fellow believers your age who will offer accountability, support, encouragement and modeling for how to live out a life of faith in community.

Students will also be welcomed into the SI staff community where they will receive mentoring and ministry training from their site leaders and enjoy fellowship with older adults.

Global Bridge students worship regularly at a local international church made up of Dominicans, Haitians and North Americans. Students are welcomed into the life of the church and even have the opportunity to take on ministry responsibilities.