GBC Youth Ministry

College Leadership Application

Name: ______Birthday: ______

Local Information

Address: ______Cell #: ______

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Email: ______

Permanent Information (where you usually are during Christmas/Summer holidays)

Address:______

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Email: ______

Major: Class Of: Expected Graduation Date:

Leadership Selection Criteria

Serving on the Leadership Team in the Grace Youth Ministry is a privilege. It is a reward for faithful service, and should be taken very seriously. The following is a list of requirements that must be evaluated for a person to be selected as a college leader in the Youth Ministry.

1. The leader must have a clear understanding of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and must have trusted in Christ as his/her personal Savior.

2. The leader must be committed to personal time with the Lord on a regular basis.

3. The leader must remain physically and sexually pure. He/she should have an accountability structure with those he/she is close to in order to keep from stumbling in this area. (1 Thess. 4:3-8)

4. The leader must confess his/her sin to the Lord, as well as to others when appropriate, for the purpose of restoration and continued fellowship with Christ and the Body.

5. The leader must be able to work in harmony with others. He/she must not be a person who consistently causes disputes or has “personality conflicts” with other people. (Phil. 2:1-4, Eph. 4:2-3)

6. The leader must be committed to excellence in whatever capacity he/she is serving. This does not necessarily mean that he/she spends every waking moment in the service of this position, but it does mean that he/she has a heart for this particular position. In other words, we don’t select someone just because we need to “fill” a position.

7. The criteria for this position are essentially the same as those outlined for elders in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1. Leaders in the College Ministry must be above reproach in the community and have a good reputation. Therefore, it may be necessary to lay aside certain freedoms or privileges that those not leading might normally exercise. At any rate, the principle to be guided by is that we prize the reputation of Christ above our own personal freedom or enjoyment. This means that as leaders, we must be careful about the places we spend time and the company we keep.

After carefully reading through these “Leadership Criteria”, do you agree to abide by and uphold these standards? ( Yes / No ) If no, please explain.

Leadership Commitment

Serving on the Leadership Team in the Grace youth Ministry is a major commitment. If you are in leadership in other ministries or organizations, being a Youth leader may not be your best option in serving at Grace. Here is a brief description of the commitment expectations.

  • AXIS Bible Study that you will co-lead (~3 hours, Wednesdays 6:30-9:30pm)
  • Leader’s Meetings (~2 hours, Tuesdays 7-9pm)
  • Preparation for AXIS Bible Study (~3 hrs/week)
  • Hanging out with Youth (~2-4 hrs a week (or more!), this includes events, picking up youth from school, discipleship with a youth, game nights, etc.)
  • You must be involved in a Bible Study outside of AXIS
  • SMWS (Sunday Morning Worship Service) Youth services on Sundays, 9:15-10:30am (optional)
  • Ultimate Frisbee, Sunday afternoons/evenings (optional)

Which aspect of the above leadership commitment will be the most difficult for you? Why?

How will this commitment fit into your priorities next year?

Spiritual Life and Growth

Briefly describe how you came to have a personal relationship with Christ. If you need more room, feel free to attach more pages.

How would you currently describe your walk with Christ? If you could change one thing, what would it be?

Ministry Experiences and Interests

Please explain below why you are interested in serving in this particular leadership position, and describe your previous involvement with Youth ministry.

What do you see as the purpose of this ministry?

What do you believe are your particular spiritual gifts and/or God-given talents that qualify you for leadership, and for this position in particular?

What responsibilities of this position do you think will be particularly challenging for you?

What do you see as your responsibility to the team members serving with you?

What other activities are you going to be involved in during your time in this position? (on campus, at Grace, or through other ministries)

Doctrinal Statement

Please answer the following doctrinal questions from scripture. You do not have to answer from memory, and you may use any reference book(s) that you choose. If you do not know what you believe about any of the doctrinal questions, it is perfectly acceptable to say so. We will discuss any questions we have about your responses in your interview, so you will have the opportunity to ask questions or expand/explain your answers.

how would you defend the deity and humanity of Jesus Christ from scripture?

Describe the doctrine of the Trinity.

Summarize the gospel (how does a person receive eternal life?)

Defend eternal security ("once saved always saved") from scripture.

Do you believe in a literal heaven and hell and why?

Do you believe the Bible is inerrant (without errors in the original writings) and why?

Is anything besides faith necessary for salvation (e.g. commitment, surrender, submission, etc?)

The normal Christian life is a life of faithfulness and bearing fruit. Nevertheless, is it possible for a believer to live a carnal life? Why or Why not?

GRACEBIBLECHURCH

PRESCHOOL/CHILDREN/YOUTH WORKER APPLICATION

Legally speaking, the Church has the RIGHT TO ASK the following questions related to the application and screening process, and the applicant has the RIGHT TO REFUSE to answer any question. This application is strictly confidential. Thank you for your cooperation in this process and we appreciate your patience and understanding for the need for this in our society.

Name ______

Last(Maiden)FirstMiddle

Email Address: ______

Present Address:

City: State: Zip Code:

Phone:______

(For College Students):

Permanent Address:______City:______

State:______Zip Code:______Phone:______

Social Security No. - -Date of Birth:

Place of Birth: ______

1. Position applying for:

2. When would you be available?

3. Minimum length of commitment:

4. Are you a member of GraceBibleChurch (the "Church")? YES/NO:

a. If yes, provide date of membership: ______

  1. If no, how long have you been in regular attendance: ______

5. List the last two churches you have attended, and if applicable, identify any service which you performed at these churches.

City-State ChurchService ______

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6. List your three most recent non-church work (last three), volunteer or paid, involving children or youth. Include approximate dates, organization names and addresses, type of work you performed, name of supervisor and phone number (if known). (Attach a separate page if necessary.)

DateOrganizationType of Work Supervisor's NamePhone

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7.How do you consider yourself to be a positive role model for children or youth?

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8. Please provide the names and phone number of three personal references (local preferred) not related to you.

Name Mailing Address Home Phone Work Phone

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9. Because the Church cares for our children and desires to protect them, we ask you to please answer the following questions. We understand that the following questions are personal and we will protect your privacy.

  1. Is there any reason, including those that are physical or mental health related, that might keep you from effectively working with children or that might cause a child potential harm?

YES: NO: If YES, please explain: (attach a separate page, if necessary)

  1. Have you ever been charged with, indicted for, or pled guilty to a crime (including traffic violations)?

YES: NO: If YES, please explain: (attach a separate page, if necessary)

  1. Have you ever been charged with, indicted for, or pled guilty to an action prohibited by the Texas Family Code, or a similar code in any state?

YES: NO:______

If YES, please explain (attach a separate page, if necessary)

  1. Have you ever been known by any other name?

YES: NO:

If YES, please list all other names (including maiden name):

10. List any gifts, callings, training, education, or other factors, which have prepared you for working with children/youth:

11. If you are being considered for a position that involves working with children/youth on a one-on-one basis, we ask that you inform us if you have ever been a victim of child abuse. Rather than including the information on this application, we ask that you provide the information to one of Ministers or to the Ministry Elder. (A brief description, including the approximate time period and the impact that it had on your life). Your disclosure of this information will not disqualify you from service, and your confidence will be respected and is appreciated.

The doctrinal position of GBC is as follows, please note that your agreement to teach this position is very relevant to working with our youth. If for any reason you feel that you are not in agreement with this position, please feel free to call and discuss with our personnel department.

  • We believe the Bible to be the verbally inspired Word of God and the supreme and final authority in doctrine and practice (II Tim. 3:16-17; II Pet. 1:21; John 17:17). Scriptural truth is not subjective or a matter of opinion (II Pet. 1:20). Ultimately, its reliability rests on the promises of God that it is powerful, will endure, and will accomplish what God pleases (Is. 40:8, 55:11; Matt. 5:18; Heb. 4:12).
  • We believe in on God eternally existing in three equal persons – Father, Son and Holy Spirit, who have the same nature and attributes, but who are distinct in office and activity (Matt. 28:19; II Cor. 13:14). God is immutable (Ps. 90:2); eternal (Ps. 102:26, 27); omnipotent (Ps. 115:3); omnipresent (Ps. 139:7-12); omniscient (Ps. 147:5); and too holy to look upon sin (Hab. 1:13), yet not wishing that any should perish (II Pet. 3:9). He is the Lord of history declaring the end from the beginning (Is. 46:10) and working all things according to the counsel of His will (Eph. 1:11).
  • We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ, the eternal Son of God, became man without ceasing to be God, having been conceived of the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary, in order that He might reveal God and redeem sinful man (Jn. 1:1, 14, 18; Lk. 1:35). We believe that He accomplished our redemption through His death on the cross as a substitutionary sacrifice. We believe that our redemption and salvation are guaranteed by His literal physical resurrection from the dead (Rom. 3:24-26, 4:25).
  • We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ is now in heaven, where as High Priest He fulfills the ministry of intercession and advocacy for His people (Heb. 1:3, 3:1, 7:23-25; I Jn. 2:1-2)
  • We believe that God the Holy Spirit is a person who restrains evil in the world and convicts man of sin. He also regenerates those who receive Christ as Savior, baptizes them into the church, the Body of Christ, indwells them permanently, seals them unto the day of redemption, bestows spiritual gifts on each one, and fills those yielded to Him (Jn. 3:5-8, 14:16-17, 16:7-11; I Cor. 12:4-11, 13; Eph. 4:30, 5:18).
  • We believe that some gifts of the Holy Spirit, such as speaking in tongues, miracles, and healings were given in the early church as signs authenticating the gospel message (I Cor. 14:22-24; Heb. 2:4). The same scriptural purposes apply to and limit their practice today (they are not for “personal blessing,” authenticating salvation, or other extra-biblical purposes). Therefore, we believe that they are not normative today, in an established local church context (being manifest primarily in “missionary contexts”). We do believe, however, that in all contexts, God answers prayer for the healing of the sick in accordance with His will (I Jn. 5:14-15; James 5:15-16).
  • We believe all things in heaven and earth were created by God and exist by His power (Gen. 1:1; Ps. 8:3; 19:1; Job 26:7; Is. 45:12; Jn. 1:3, 10; Col. 1:16-17). We believe that Satan was created as a perfect being until iniquity was found in him (Ez. 28:12-15) and that Satan is the origin of sin. We believe that man was created innocent in the image of God (Gen. 1:27) but that he was led into sin by Satan (Gen. 2:17; 3:6-19) and so death was spread to all men because all sinned (Rom. 5:12, 15, 19). Satan is still the god of this world (II Cor. 4:4) who with great power (I Pet. 5:8) is waging war against the saints (Eph. 6:11, 12) while blinding the lost (Eph. 4:18; II Cor. 4:4) and deceiving the nations (Rev. 20:10), but his doom is sure (Heb. 2:14; Rev. 20:10).
  • Because of the fall, natural man is dead in trespasses and sin and incapable of understanding (Eph. 2:1; Rom. 3:11) and it is impossible for him to come to Christ unless the Father draws him (Jn. 6:44).
  • We believe that salvation is a gift of God and is received by man through personal faith in Jesus Christ and His sacrifice for sin. We believe that man is justified by grace through faith apart from works (Acts 13:38-39; Rom. 6:23; Eph. 2:8-10; Titus 3:5). We believe that all true believers, once saved, are kept secure in Christ forever (Rom. 8:1, 38-39; Jn. 10:27-30) having been called according to His purpose & grace, which was given us in Christ before there was time (II Tim. 1:9).
  • We believe that at salvation we are justified, declared righteous and set apart or sanctified on the basis of the finished work of Christ (Rom. 3:21-26; 4:5, 9, 22; II Cor. 5:21). Experientially, however, believers may be immature (Heb. 5:12-14). The faithful Christian’s life is characterized by a walk of faith (Rom. 14:23; II Cor. 5:7; Gal. 3:11; Heb. 11:6) in the Spirit (Gal. 5:16-18) toward the upward call of God in Christ Jesus (Phil. 3:14). Thus, we may be His disciples as we abide in His word (Jn. 8:31). Experiential sanctification (Eph. 4:7-15, 5:26, 27; I Thess. 5:23; II Tim. 2:21) or discipleship is not to be equated to the possession of eternal life. A disciple bears much fruit (Jn. 15:8) but, unfortunately, there are carnal believers (I Cor. 3:1) who not having the joy of faithfully abiding in Christ (Jn. 15:9-11; Gal. 5:22; Phil. 4:4-7) have not produced good fruit, but at the Judgment Seat of Christ they are saved, yet as through fire (I Cor. 3:11-15).
  • We believe that the Church, the Body and Bride of Christ, is a spiritual organism, made up of all born-again persons of this present age. We believe that the Church began at Pentecost and that a believer is placed into the Church by the baptizing work of the Holy Spirit. We believe that the Church is distinct from Israel (Eph. 1:22-23; I Cor. 10:32, 12-13).
  • We believe that the local church is an assembly of professed believers in Jesus Christ who are voluntarily joined together in one locality for the purposes of worship, study of the Word of God, observance of the ordinances, Christian fellowship, and to be equipped for Christian service (Acts 2:42-47; I Cor. 1:1-2; Eph. 4:11-13).
  • We believe that Christ instituted the ordinances of water baptism and the Lord’s Supper, which are to be observed by believers until He returns (Matt. 28:19-20; I Cor. 11:23-26).
  • We believe that water baptism is a picture of our identity with Christ in His death and resurrection. It depicts the death of the old man and new birth in newness of life and thus is for believers only (Rom. 6:3-6; I Pet. 3:21). This precludes infant baptism.
  • We believe that the Lord’s Supper is a memorial of Christ’s death, the elements being symbols of His body and blood. We believe that every Christian has a right to partake of the elements of the Lord’s Supper but that participation must always be preceded by solemn self-examination (I Cor. 11:23-29).
  • We believe in the pre-millennial return of Christ followed by the Judgment of the Nations and the establishment of His kingdom (Rev. 20:1-6; Matt. 25:31-46). At this time all Israel will be saved (Rom. 11:25-27). There is a resurrection of the believing dead (Rev. 20:4) and Christ will reign on the throne of David over Israel and the nations (II Sam. 7:16; Ps. 89:3, 4, 34-37; Is. 9:7; Zech. 14:9, 16, 17; Ez. 37:14, 21-28; Lk. 1:32-33) through the Church (Lk. 22:30 II Tim. 2:12; Rev. 20:6). We believe that all believers will appear at the Judgment Seat of Christ to answer for what they have done in the flesh (II Cor. 5:10), but as all have trusted Christ, none are lost (I Cor. 3:10-15). The unbelieving dead are resurrected following the millennium and Judged at the Great White Throne (Rev. 20:7, 11-15, 21:8) and condemned to the lake of fire.

I have read the GraceBibleChurch Doctrinal Statement and stand in agreement with it.

I promise to support to support the doctrinal position of GBC in my teaching and to actively promote doctrinal unity within the church.

I will take the GBC Membership Class or make alternative arrangements within one year of signing this document. (College students are excluded from this membership requirement.)

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The information contained in this application is correct to the best of my knowledge. I authorize the Church to obtain information from the references, employers and churches that I have listed. I also authorize any reference churches, or other organizations or employers listed in this application to provide you with any information, including opinions, which they may have regarding my character and fitness for children/youth work. In consideration of the receipt and evaluation of this application by the Church, I hereby release any individual, church, children/youth organization, charity, employer, reference, or any other person or organization, both collectively and individually, from any and all liability for damages of whatever kind or nature which may at any time result to me, my heirs, or family, on account of compliance or any attempts to comply, with this authorization.

Should my application be accepted, I agree to be bound by the Bylaws and Policies of the Church, which are adapted from time to time, and to refrain from unscriptural conduct in the performance of my services on behalf of the Church. I have been apprised of, understand and support the Church's position on the problem of child abuse. By my signature below, I also acknowledge that I have received a copy of, read, and understand the "Grace Bible Church Policies and Procedures for the Supervision of the Children and Youth Programs."