https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/ 2026-05-29T22:13:23+00:00 https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/ https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/lib/exe/fetch.php?media=wiki:logo.png text/html 2026-05-28T14:11:19+00:00 jpauldietrich (jpauldietrich@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:checklist_general&rev=1779977479&do=diff Checklists These are lists of things that should be periodically checked at the intervals given below. It is wise to check certain things regularly. Prevention is often much easier than fixing a problem after it arrives. Here are a few suggestions, but you will want to customize your own list according to your context. text/html 2026-05-28T14:09:17+00:00 jpauldietrich (jpauldietrich@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:dtmpublishing&rev=1779977357&do=diff Overview Why Mini Print Centers? Creating a network of small publishing centers rather than one large regional publishing house has many advantages. Publishing Models A brief explanation of three publishing models, and where DTM fits in. Comparison of traditional and digital approaches Understand why DTM uses smaller digital equipment rather than the traditional offset presses. text/html 2026-05-28T14:06:21+00:00 jpauldietrich (jpauldietrich@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:publishing_church_growth_model:start&rev=1779977181&do=diff Publishing-Centered Model of Church Growth Introduction to the Publishing-Centered Model of Church Growth God's Mission Study Description God's Mission God's mission is sure, and He is accomplishing it. The only way for us to experience true success and growth is to align our mission with God's mission. A Theology of Publishing Explore the ways in which the publishing work is God's work. The Publishing Ministry is an indispensable component of His strategy to accomplish His mission. text/html 2026-05-28T13:51:58+00:00 jpauldietrich (jpauldietrich@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:efficiency&rev=1779976318&do=diff Efficiency For maximum efficiency, study a variety of things: Arrange pages on the sheets to eliminate unnecessary cuts. Position of machines and workstations to minimize unnecessary walking/carrying/movement. A3 vs A4 Carefully evaluate the best transport route, schedule, and means. text/html 2026-05-28T13:42:14+00:00 jpauldietrich (jpauldietrich@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:comparison_of_traditional_and_digital_approaches&rev=1779975734&do=diff A Comparison of Traditional and Digital Approaches Overview There are many different ways to set up a printing center. Our discussion here will be in the context of Africa. Things to consider: * Objective * Budget * Human Resources * Operating text/html 2026-05-28T13:33:13+00:00 jpauldietrich (jpauldietrich@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:publishing_church_growth_model:objections:too_expensive&rev=1779975193&do=diff Objection: Literature is Too Expensive The Value of a Soul " Now is the time to use means for God. Now is the time to be rich in good works, laying up in store for ourselves a good foundation against the time to come, that we may lay hold on eternal life. text/html 2026-05-28T13:32:20+00:00 jpauldietrich (jpauldietrich@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:why_mini_print_centers&rev=1779975140&do=diff Introduction Why go through the trouble of establishing print centers when there are already mega publishing houses? First of all, we do not attempt to diminish the importance of the larger Adventist publishing houses. Our project is to compliment them, and to fill with our strengths where they are weaker. text/html 2026-05-28T13:29:36+00:00 jpauldietrich (jpauldietrich@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:the_cost_of_publishing&rev=1779974976&do=diff text/html 2026-05-27T07:30:27+00:00 jpauldietrich (jpauldietrich@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:publishing_church_growth_model:why_publishing_digital_age&rev=1779867027&do=diff In this Digital Age, Why Use Paper? Introduction Why should we publish? The short answer is because God has told us to, and this work will be successful! " Human power did not establish the work of God, neither can human power destroy it. To those who carry forward His work in face of difficulty and opposition, God will give the constant guidance and guardianship of His holy angels. His work on earth will never cease text/html 2026-05-26T14:53:31+00:00 luella (luella@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:publishing_church_growth_model:essential_topics&rev=1779807211&do=diff Topics that should be covered The first part of this page organizes suggested subjects for tracts. Each subject may lead to one or more tracts. Titles may be suggested by each subject (in parentheses). The second part of this page is to collect sources of ideas. text/html 2026-05-26T08:09:46+00:00 jpauldietrich (jpauldietrich@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:publishing_church_growth_model:location&rev=1779782986&do=diff Publishing House Location In choosing a location for a publishing house, we must consider multiple aspects. Below is a summary of the main points, followed by supporting quotations from SOP. Property Selection * Low-cost * Access to water * Access to electricity text/html 2026-05-25T17:22:14+00:00 jpauldietrich (jpauldietrich@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:publishing_church_growth_model:frank_analysis&rev=1779729734&do=diff A Frank Analysis " While God and His angels are doing their work, those who profess to be followers of Christ seem to be coolly indifferent. They do not work in unison with Christ and holy angels. Although they profess to be servants of God they are serving their own interest and loving their own pleasure, and souls are perishing around them. These souls can truly say: “No man careth for my soul.” The church have neglected to improve the privileges and blessings within their reach, and through… text/html 2026-05-25T17:02:15+00:00 jpauldietrich (jpauldietrich@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:publishing_church_growth_model:spirit_of_sacrifice&rev=1779728535&do=diff A Spirit of Sacrifice This material is based on Publishing Ministry chapters 1-3. It is because of the spirit of sacrifice that the work was able to grow into a global work. " In the early days of the third angel’s message those who established our institutions, and those who labored in them, were actuated by high motives of unselfishness. For their arduous labors they received no more than a mere pittance—barely enough for a meager support. But their hearts were baptized with the ministry o… text/html 2026-05-25T09:30:28+00:00 jpauldietrich (jpauldietrich@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:publishing_church_growth_model:dark_ages_to_light&rev=1779701428&do=diff From Dark Ages to Light The Dark Ages Satan does not like written truth. He hates “It is written.” God’s Word is powerful and strengthens people to resist his power. He is obligated to flee before the power of God’s word. Paul foresaw a period of difficulty for God’s people. text/html 2026-05-25T09:11:03+00:00 jpauldietrich (jpauldietrich@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:publishing_church_growth_model:answering_objections&rev=1779700263&do=diff Answering Objections Why do objections arise? Because the work is not understood as it should be. Objection: "People do not read" or "Our culture is oral, not written" Jesus repeatedly referenced written Scriptures. We should not decide in advance who will read and who will not read. God can create a willingness to read when literature is presented. But if no literature is presented, what will they desire to read? What God has clearly commanded us to do, let us not neglect because of our huma… text/html 2026-05-25T09:09:41+00:00 jpauldietrich (jpauldietrich@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:why_publishing&rev=1779700181&do=diff text/html 2026-05-25T08:55:41+00:00 jpauldietrich (jpauldietrich@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:publishing_church_growth_model:why_print&rev=1779699341&do=diff How Publishing Ministry Strengthens Church Growth The publishing ministry has a far-reaching, powerful impact. It is indispensable for a church that desires to grow. Where it is absent, the church is weakened and disadvantaged. I. Expands the Mission text/html 2026-05-22T19:48:02+00:00 jpauldietrich (jpauldietrich@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:publishing_church_growth_model:preacher_paper_duo&rev=1779479282&do=diff Preacher-Paper Duo God's plan is to combine speaking and writing. When God gave the Ten Commandments, He first spoke them with His mouth. Then, He wrote them in stone. " The tract and missionary work is an important part of the third angel’s message. Canvassers must go out into various parts of the country. The importance of this work is fully equal to that of the ministry. The living preacher and the silent messenger are text/html 2026-05-22T14:10:16+00:00 jpauldietrich (jpauldietrich@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:publishing_church_growth_model:joy_in_service&rev=1779459016&do=diff Joy in Service What is it like to serve God in His mission? Is it a life of drudgery, hard work, suffering, misery? Life's deepest satisfaction is found in serving God. God has put something in humans that is only satisfied through service. We Find Joy in Bringing Joy to God text/html 2026-05-22T13:51:53+00:00 jpauldietrich (jpauldietrich@undisclosed.example.com) https://docs.deserttreeministry.org/doku.php?id=en:operating_principles:dtm:publishing_church_growth_model:theology_printed_page&rev=1779457913&do=diff Theology of Publishing If we understand God's mission correctly, we will understand that the Publishing Ministry is a divine institution created by Him to accomplish His purposes. Each of the points below deserves serious reflection beyond the scope of this summary document. I encourage you to take the time to meditate on each point prayerfully and allow God to teach you.