What is the meaning of ministry?

At its core, Christian ministry is the act of serving others and spreading the message of Jesus Christ.

 

Here at The Sixth Day our ministry is to offer the community faith-based Equine-Assisted Programs,

 

Equine assisted learning programs use experiential learning techniques. Through guided interactions with the horses and faith-based approach we can offer a safe place to foster emotional and spiritual growth. 

 

 Examples of equine assisted programs are:

Therapeutic Riding

Hippotherapy

Equine Assisted Learning

Equine   Assisted Therapy

Equine Assisted Team Building

 

Benefits of Equine Assisted Programs are:

Builds confidence

Improves verbal and nonverbal communication skills

Helps to build mutual trust

Reduces stress and anxiety

Encourages being present in the moment

Teaches selfless love

Awareness

Enhances focus

Being a steward to God’s creatures. 

 

Why Horses and Why Faith-Based?

Horses are extremely sensitive and have an amazing intuition which gives them the ability to mirror the feelings and emotions of the people that are working with them. This allows participants to become more aware of their emotions and begin learning how to regulate them. Scientific studies have also shown that horses can help lower blood pressure, lower your heart rate, and help regulate the nervous system. Do you know what's even cooler?  Studies have shown that when individuals engage in religious or spiritual practices (being in relationship with God) we receive the same benefits as being around the horses! With that being said, God created humans and land animals on the sixth day of creation. Genesis 1:24-31 states that God created living creatures, including livestock, and then formed humans in His image, granting them stewardship over all creation. This indicates a unique bond. Looking at the wonderful benefits of the human and horse connection you can begin to see how horses can lead us right back to Christ. Horses only care about one thing: Your heart. Because of this authentic and genuine relationship, we are able to see how the participant and horses can meet each other right where they are at. This is where hope and healing begin!!! God is the center of what we do here at The Sixth Day!