Overview
Billy Graham Television Telephone Ministry(BG TVTM) is a year round ministry focused onreaching out to those people who, while are watching a Billy Graham Crusade, call the 1-866-HOPE-NOW number at the bottom of the screen. As the calls come in, they are routed to over 40 call centers across America and internationally.
Thousands of people call to commit their lives to Christ. As a BG TVTM Phone Volunteer you will answer calls, offer callers spiritual direction, explain how to follow Jesus, and pray for callers.
We are blessed to be one of the two call centers in California. The BG TVTM Telecasts are spread out over the year which gives you many opportunities to reap a harvest for the Lord.
Last year 74,000 calls were answered nation wide. At our last Telecast we answered over 600 calls and there were 181 first time commitments to follow Jesus as their Lord and Savior!
In 2005 had the BG TVTM San Diego Phone Center operating during 8 Telecasts. Click on the Telecast Calendar for the schedule.
For TVTM to function we need 300 volunteers to maintain the flow of calls that come into our call center. Step out in faith and be a voice of hope for those in need.
How Do I Get Started in BG TVTM?
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Pray. Ask the Lord to give you a passion and excitement for EVANGELISM. There are three steps for you to follow in getting started.
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Pray for a broken heart for the lost and hurting. There are very few other ministry opportunities which offer you the opportunity to have people calling you to lead them to the Lord.
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The next step is to download and complete the BG TVTM Application.Click HERE to download the Application.
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The final step is for you to receive your BG TVTM Training. To receive your Training just choose any Telecast night that fits into your schedule. Come 1 hour early and bring your completed BG TVTM Application. Following your Training you will be ready to answer the phones. To ensure your first time on the phones goes smoothly, your Trainer will be with you for the full duration of your shift. After your first night on the phones you will have an active status as a BG TVTM Phone Volunteer.
Prerequisites For Volunteering
We ask that you prayerfully consider your role in the BG TVTM Telephone Ministry, and check that you meet the required standards below. To be a BG TVTM Phone Volunteer you must:
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Have a personal and ongoing relationship with Jesus Christ.
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Have a desire to share the Gospel and are willing to be trained.
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Be a member in good standing in a local church.
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Be at least 18 years old (there are many other volunteer opportunities for 13-17 year olds).
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Submit an application signed by your Pastor, which includes a written testimony about how you became a believer in Jesus Christ.
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Attend a BG TVTM Training Session.
"The Billy Graham telecasts have helped to revitalize my relationship with Christ. The joy you receive in helping people receive God's gift of eternal life is indescribable. I love it when they call up in tears & we pray with them & read them scripture. These experiences make me excited to be a Christian. I am praying that I will let the Lord make me bolder to share my faith in everyday situations. Praise God for the many rich blessings of theTelephone Ministry.
Please download the TVTM Application and complete it with your Pastor's signature and bring it to your training session. |
