SELAH

Psalms 127:1 says, “Unless the Lord builds a house the work of the builder is worthless; Unless the Lord protects a city, guarding it with sentries will do no good.” Steps of Faith is excited to announce that the Lord is establishing a Dance Discipleship Training School through us. It is true that each venture we could pursue would be worthless if it was not led by our God. Throughout the years God has lead Steps of Faith through exciting changes and overwhelming challenges and we are completely reliant on His guidance in bringing this Dance Discipleship Training school into existence.    

 

The focus of this Discipleship Training School is to ignite in each participant an ever growing desire to seek and serve God through studying His Word and applying it to their lives. We hope to encourage this through in-depth study of topics such as… 

 

1.  Character of God

2.  Fear of God

3.  Prayer

o       Intercession

4.  Finances

o       Tithes

o       Gift

5.  Apologetics

6.  Missions/evangelism

7.  Relationships

8.  Holy Spirit

9.  Salvation

10.  Gifts of the Spirit

11.  Calling/purpose

12.  The Church, body of Christ, the Bride

13.  Religion and Theology

14.  Justice/suffering

15.  Hearing from God

16.  Devotional life

17.  Spiritual warfare

18.  The bible

 

We firmly believe that God reveals Himself through His Word and that our job as daughters of the King is to seek after Him as Psalm 25:4-5   says, “show me Your ways, oh Lord; Teach me Your paths. Lead me in truth and teach me, for You are the God of my salvation; on You I wait all the day.”

 

 So often in our culture young adults are expected to stick to the normal schedule of pursing college directly after high school, or to go straight into a lifetime career after completing their college degree. Success and setting a financial foundation for oneself is expected of most young adults. Taking a break from the busy schedule laid out by schools, universities, and careers is often questioned or even looked down upon. But who is more worthy of our attention and of our time than our Father in Heaven, is there one more worthy to receive a few months of focused attention while we take a break from the world, reflect on who He is, and seek His will for our lives. The word selah, seen most commonly in the Psalms, although its exact meaning is disputed, is believed to mean to measure or to weigh what has proceeded it, to encourage reflection upon what has been said and what it might mean for the future. We desire to be selah, to be the moment or the months where each participant can measure, weigh, reflect upon, and ultimately focus her attention on God, His Word, His will, and His ways.

 

“This is Jacob, the generation of those who seek Him, who seek Your face. Selah”    Psalm 24:6

 

A huge part of this Discipleship Training school is DANCE. There are many opportunities for young adults to pursue the same spiritual growth through Discipleship Training schools or Masters programs, there are even a few which include or focus on dance but to our knowledge this is one of the few which offers dancers an opportunity to grow in knowledge and understanding of first of all classical ballet technique, as well as other dance form’s including, jazz, hip hop, Pilates, lyrical, African dance technique and whatever else the Lord might lead us to offer. We believe that God has a purpose for classical ballet along with other dance techniques, while we reflect on God’s Word, His will and His ways we also want to reflect on, how He has used, is using, and desires to use dance for His glory.  

 

Each week participants will present a response to the weeks Biblical and dance topics through a variety of means including...

 

Dance presentation/sermon

Written report

Research project

Journal

Poetry

Musical presentation

 

These responses serve as a way for the participants to recap what they have learned, present the most meaningful parts, and challenge their ability to express what they have learned in a creative way.

 

Service both locally and internationally will be a huge part of Selah. Ministering to people in the local community through either dance or other means is a calling Steps of Faith has walked in for years, and we hope to continue this calling through reaching out to people in our community with the Love of God and the Joy of dance through Selah. We feel confident that the Lord is leading us to give Selah an opportunity to take the gospel through dance to an international location as well which will be determined at a later date.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

REQUIREMENTS FOR SELAH

God has led us at Steps of Faith to start a new Discipleship Training school, to be named Selah, with a strong concentration in ballet and lyrical/contemporary dance and biblical studies, for use in mission work, locally and internationally. 

Sessions begin in August 2010 for college aged students.  Applications are accepted through July 1st.  God is doing something big here at Steps of Faith!  Be part of His inaugural team!!!

The Skinny:

Selah is a 5 month program (Aug-Dec. and Jan.-May) Students may take one or both sessions.

Tuition is $375/month includes classes in ballet (everyday), jazz/contemporary, hiphop,  and other genres, as well as biblical studies and concentrated prayer time led by a dedicated Selah leader/instructor.  Special speakers will be invited to come in as needed to give our students the best instruction and guidance available. 

Classes are Monday-Thursday from 9am to 1pm.  Fridays will have called rehearsals in the mornings.  Students are allowed to get jobs and/or take college classes as long as they don't interfere with the Selah schedule.  Living arrangements are not part of the program, however, we encourage participants to consider getting an apartment together nearby.   Many good options are available in Cartersville!

Performance opportunities include local and regional area churches, festivals, and other opportunties including appearance in The Nativity, a full length ballet, and international mission trip appearances.

Applicants need to submit an application (click here), and submit a video audition or call for an in person audition to be considered.  There is a $20 application fee required. 

Applicants must have strong background and training in classical ballet, be at least a high school graduate or equivalent, and a desire to use their gift of dance to magnify the Lord.  We hope to have kids from all over the United States, and perhaps the world, be part of this program.

Each session will include a mission trip as part of their training.

 

For more information,

Call Julie Reeves at 404-316-8546.  Email her at sof@bellsouth.net.

 

 

FOR APPLICATION:

steps-of-faith.com/selahform

Submit form, an audition video (you may audition in person; just call for appt.), and a photo of you (side shot) in first arabesque en pointe.  Deadline is July 1, 2010.  Only a limited number of applicants will be accepted.  You will be made aware of your acceptance within 30 days of all application materials received OR by June 1st if possible.

SELAH VIDEO AUDITION

SELAH VIDEO AUDITION REQUIREMENTS*

 

For Women:  Please wear a solid colored leotard and pink tights.

For Men:  Please wear black tights and a fitted white shirt.

No skirts or costumes please.

 

I. Introduction

            A.  Name

            B.  Age

            C.  Location

II. Barre – Please record from the side.  One side only.

     A.     Plié  

     B.    Tendu 

     C.     Dégagé  

     D.     Rond de jambe

     E.      Developpé

     F.      Grand Battement

III. Center – Please record from the front.  One side only.

     A.     Adagio

     B.     En dehors pirouette

     C.     En dedans pirouette

     D.     Petit allegro

     E.      Medium allegro

     F.      Grand allegro

IV. Pointe – Please record from front.  One side only.

     A.     Échappé

     B.     Pirouette

     C.     Piqué turns

V.  Classical Variation en pointe (preferred)

VI. One minute solo in a different genre of your choice  

* Must be recorded on DVD or VHS to be accepted.