Admission Requirements

Mission House Ministry has the following mandatory requirements. A person seeking admission must:

  • Understand we are a Christ-Focused program.

  • Be in acknowledgement of their problems and mistakes and have the willingness to be lead and taught through the Bible and our biblical counseling.

  • Submit to a Federal background check. We cannot accept convicted sex offenders; however, we do have places to recommend. Men on parole or probation are considered on a case-by-case basis.

The Cost of the Program

Mission House Ministry is funded mainly by donations; excluding the cost of admission ($250) to those desiring Christ’s help in overcoming their addiction. We do not require a monthly commitment, although the families of the people in the program are encouraged to support as much as they are able.

Our Program Structure

Upon arrival, the participant will be on a MINIMUM of 31 day blackout period, depending on the circumstances. This will be determined by the Director. During this period, there will be NO phone calls or visits. However, letters are allowed. The blackout period is to aid in the adjustment of the guidelines, and more importantly, it serves to establish healthy work, study and prayer habits, etc. The participant will not be allowed monies of any amount during the blackout period.

Once the blackout period is over, participants are allowed to have in-house visits (see visiting schedule). They can also leave for a set amount of time to shop, go to lunch, etc., as long as they stay in the local area, and are with an approved sponsor. They are also allowed to use the phone (see recreation and phone schedule). 

Participants are also able to go on offsite visits with approved family, friends, and mentors. These visits must be pre-approved, and they must remain with the pre-approved sponsor at all times. It must be within the set visiting hours (see visitation schedule). There are no overnight visits allowed for single participants. If you are married, in your last month you will be allowed to stay four weekends away (two Saturday to Sunday, two Friday to Sunday) with your family for transitional counseling purposes.

Accountability Mentors

When a participant is off blackout, (some exceptions apply, the House Director decides), he will be required to have an accountability mentor, appointed by the House Director, that he meets with once a week.

Conflict Resolution Between PARTICIPANTS

When a dispute arises between two participants, they will be required to resolve it amongst themselves using proper biblical principles. If the conflict continues, the issue will be brought before the Director. The participant must comply with any sanctions handed down by the Director.                              

Removal from the program

There are four reasons a participant may be asked to leave the Mission House Ministry program immediately:

  1. Drug or alcohol relapse of any kind, or refusing a drug or alcohol test.

  2. Fighting or violence of any kind or threats of violence or fighting of any kind.

  3. Sexual misconduct.

  4. Theft of any kind. 

***If any of these occur, the participant may be asked to remove themselves from the premises immediately***                   

Christian Counseling

Mission House Ministry believes wholeheartedly in the power of Biblical/Christian counseling and believes that it brings the truth of the Scriptures to bear upon suffering and struggles in the life of the person. For this reason, all participants will be required to fill out and return a PDI (personal data inventory) form, and they will be counseled as needed. They will also be required to participate and complete all assigned homework with respect to counseling. 

In House Scheduled Times 

Note: this schedule can be adjusted at the Director’s discretion 

1. Morning/Evening schedule           

  • Monday to Friday: 5:45am - 10pm

  • Saturday 9am - 1pm

  • Sunday 7:30am - 2pm

***These times may vary***

2. Phones

  • Friday: after work to 11:00pm

  • Saturday: after morning chores to 11:00pm

  • Sunday: after church to 10:00pm

3. Weight lifting

Daily. However, it is to be understood that this is a privilege and it can be taken away without notice if we are not using our time wisely. 

4. Visitation

  • Saturdays only: 1:00pm to 9:00pm (no visits the first Saturday of every month).

  • This applies to both in-house and out-of-house visitation.

  • ***There will be exceptions made on holidays for visits***

  • There will also be exceptions made for out-of-state or families traveling long distances. If you have a Sunday visit, you must still attend our church gatherings, it is mandatory.

5. Sobriety

  • No drug, alcohol, or tobacco/vape/nicotine use will be tolerated.

  • You must consent to a drug, alcohol, or nicotine test whenever requested.

  • If you refuse one, you will be treated as if you tested positive. If you test positive for either drugs, alcohol, or nicotine you may be asked to leave the house/program immediately.

  • If you are found in possession of either drugs, alcohol, or nicotine you may be asked to leave the house/program immediately.

6. Studies and Meetings

  • You will be required to attend all studies, meetings, and classes.

  • You will be required to participate in all studies, meetings, and classes.

  • You will be required to have all homework done that is assigned to you.

  • You will be required to attend all church gatherings at the designated churches.

7. Work Requirements

  • You will be required to work every day with Mission House Ministry work crews.

  • You will have daily chores to do each day in the house as well.

  • All chores must be finished before any recreational activities can begin.

Travel off-premises

The participants are not allowed to leave the premises without permission from the Director or the house manager. You must notify them upon departure and return. You must also make it clear where you are going, and why.

Monies

Participants will be required to turn in all monies to the Director. They will be kept in a Mission House Ministry safe. You may be given money at any time (by the Director) provided you have a need. You must also provide a receipt showing proof of it being used on the said item(s). You will be allowed to have money (no more than $10.00 at a time) for miscellaneous needs. No monies are allowed if you are within the blackout period. Participants are not allowed to lend money or items to one another.

Shopping For Personal Items / Personal business                       

Shopping for personal items will be done on Saturday mornings ONLY from 9:30 - 11:00. You must also bring back all receipts and correct change, if you have a need (library, internet, appointment or stores of any kind) this also must be done on Saturdays only. No special trips will be made from the house for any of the above. You must have approval from or be accompanied by the Director or the house manager and you must have all your chores completed. 

Tobacco Products 

The use of any kind of tobacco products is strictly forbidden (chew, cigarettes, cigars, vape etc.). The Director has the authority to decide to assist participants with quitting via a nicotine patch or gum. Expenses for this are the responsibility of the participant. 

Foul language

There will be no foul language or coarse joking of any kind allowed in Mission House Ministry. 

Females/Males

There will be no members of the opposite sex allowed in the Mission House Ministry residencies unless the visit is pre-approved and in the designated visiting area.  During a residency at Mission House Ministry pursuing new boyfriend/girlfriend relationships is strictly prohibited. If the pursuit of a relationship or hook-up happens you may be asked to leave.

Pornography

There will be no pornography of any kind (movies, magazines, phone calls, etc.) allowed on the premises of Mission House Ministry. 

Music    

There will be no abusive music (music that contains sexual innuendos, drug references, foul language etc.) allowed in Mission House Ministry.                        

Radio stations allowed are: FM 88.1, 104.5, 105.3, and 106.5, or sports channels. Mp3 players, iPods, or any other device used for private listening must be approved by the Director and must not have WiFi capabilities.

General House Rules

It is expected that participants’ rooms are to be kept clean, beds made, etc. No posters or pictures are to be put up on the walls. Participants are not allowed to bring in any extra items (clothes, shelves, dressers, etc.) without approval from the Director. Participants are also not allowed to bring personal items into the common living space. Participants are also expected to pick up after themselves including dishes, shoes, socks, jackets, etc.

Forbidden Items

  • GUNS or any other weapons.

  • No pets at any time.

  • Cell phones (activated or not), iPod, MP3, or any other private listening devices w/o approval.

  • Any electronics with internet capability (i.e. - laptops, iPod touch, PSP, etc).

  • Video Games (handheld or console).

  • Prescription Medications w/o prior approval.

  • No EBT cards

  • Derogatory clothing – (that displays or encourages sex, drugs, violence, etc.).

  • Check Books & Debit/Credit Cards & Gift Cards.

  • Supplements for workouts. Energy drinks.