Qualifications

Qualifications for all Metro Believers Church Youth/Children's Ministry workers: Christians who are in places of responsibility in the church are required to be examples in faith, conduct, and business affairs. One of the best ways to present Christ to the people in our community is by maintaining a high standard for workers. The following guidelines will be required of any person who works in the Youth/Children's ministries at Metro Believers Church.

Requirements
  • Must be in agreement with the Statement of Faith of Metro Believers Church.
  • Must be a member of Metro Believers Church.
  • Must be able to make a minimum six month commitment.
  • Must complete application for Youth/Children's ministry.
  • Must be loyal to the Pastor and leaders of Metro Believers Church.
  • Must be faithful to your assigned position.
  • Must try to live a life above reproach.
  • Must attend all workers' meetings and workshops.
  • Must be faithful to attend regular church services.
  • Must give at least three days notice if you know you will be absent.
  • Must be neat in your appearence.
  • Must have your home life in order.
  • Must give thirty days notice when resigning your position.

Agreement
I have read the above qualifications and I am in full agreement with them. I pledge to keep them to the very best of my ability. I clearly understand that failure to keep any of the above requirements is grounds for dismissal.

Signature:      Date:

General Information
Last Name:
First Name:
Middle Name:
Address:
City:
County:
State:
Zip:
How long (months, years):
Home Phone:
Cell Phone:
Work Phone:
Email:
Date of Birth:
Sex:
Marital Status:
Spouse's Name:
AKA or Maiden Name:
Anniversary:
# of Children:
Hobbies:
Employer:
Occupation:
May we call you at work?

Christian and Ministry Experience
Have you ever received Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior? If yes, when and where?
Have you been filled with the Holy Spirit? If yes, when and where?
Have you been baptized in water? If yes, when and where?
Have you ever led anyone to Christ?
Have you ever helped anyone receive the Holy Spirit?
Have you ever completed a MBC application for another department? If yes, for which department(s) and when?
Have you ever been involved in Youth/Children's ministry? If yes, when and with what church/organization?

List any gifts, callings, training, education or other factors which have prepared you for Youth/Children's ministry service.

Church Background
Are you a member of Metro Believers Church?
Do you regularly attend Metro Believers Church? How long have you attended?
Is your spouse in agreement with you working in Youth/Children's ministry?

List other churches you have attended regularly during the last five years:
Church Name:Dates Attended:
City:State:Pastor:
Reason for Leaving:
Church Name:Dates Attended:
City:State:Pastor:
Reason for Leaving:

Do You Believe
See Statement of Faith for more details.
In the infallibility of the Scriptures?
There is one God, a Trinity of three distinct persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit?
That Jesus is God's Son, and the only man ever to have lived a sinless life?
In the virgin birth and the deity of our Lord Jesus Christ?
That a man must be born again to receive eternal life?
That we are saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, His death, burial, and resurrection, and not by our good works?
That because Jesus lived a sinless life, His blood cleanses us from all sin through our repentance and faith?
That Jesus arose bodily from the dead?
That repentance is a commitment to turn away from sin, and allows for salvation and forgiveness of sin?
That Christians are people who have invited the Lord Jesus Christ to live inside them by the Holy Spirit?
That Water Baptism is a commandment from the Word of God to all new converts?
That the Church is the Body of Christ and that all members are integral?
That The Lord's Supper is a time of remembrance of Christ's sacrifice on the cross, which is expressed through Believers taking the element of bread and wine/grape juice?
That The Baptism of the Holy Spirit is for empowering the Church to communicate the Gospel and may be evidenced by the speaking of tongues, which edifies the believer?
That sanctification is the ongoing process of being set apart for God?
That divine healing and provision are parts of redemption's purpose and is God's will for all who believe?
That healing of the sick is illustrated in the life and ministry of Christ and is included in the commission of Christ to His disciples?
That Jesus will physically and visibly return to earth a second time to establish His kingdom at a time undisclosed in scripture?
In eternal reward for the believer? (Heaven)
In eternal damnation for the lost? (Hell)

Lifestyle Information
Do you have any limitations or conditions preventing you from performing certain types of activities relating to serving in youth/children's ministry? If yes, please explain.
Have you ever been accused of and/or convicted of spousal abuse in any form? If yes, please explain.
Have you ever been accused and/or convicted of child abuse or a crime involving actual or attempted sexual molestation of a minor? If yes, please explain.
Have you been involved in homosexual activity within the last five years?
Do you presently have any communicable diseases (including HIV or AIDS)? If yes, please explain.
Do you currently use tobacco? If yes, please explain.
Do you currently use alcohol? If yes, please explain.
Do you currently use illegal drugs?
Do you currently view pornography

Personal Reference
(Someone you have served in ministry with)
[1] Name:Phone/Email:
Relation:City/State:
[2] Name:Phone/Email:
Relation:City/State:
[3] Name:Phone/Email:
Relation:City/State:

Desired Involvement


Applicant's Statement
The information contained in this application is correct to the best of my knowledge. I authorize any references listed in this application to give you any information they may have regarding my character and fitness for youth/children's ministry. I release all references from liability for any damage that may result from furnishing such evaluations to you, and I waive any right that I have to inspect the references provided on my behalf. Should my application be accepted, I agree to be bound by the consitution, by-laws, and policies of Metro Believers Church and to refrain from unscriptural conduct.

Signature:      Date:


Background Check Information
*Only fill out this section if 18 years old or older.

Due to the inherent sensitive nature, MBC will not ask for your Social Security number at this time, when your application is received someone from MBC will contact you to get this information. Current address information will be pulled from the General Information Section.
Birth City:
Birth County:
Birth State:
Previous Address:
Previous City:
Previous County:
Previous State:
Previous Zip:
How long (months, years):


Authorization for Release
In connection with my application for youth/children's ministry with MBC, I authorize MBC to solicit background information relative to my criminal record history. I understand that MBC may conduct inquiries into my background that may include criminal records, personal references and other public record reports pertaining to me.

I authorize without reservation, any person, agency, or other entity contacted by Metro Believers Church for purposes of obtaining background report information, to furnish the above mentioned information.

I release Metro Believers Church, their respective employees, and all persons, agencies, and entities providing information or reports about me from any and all liability arising out of furnishing any such information on reports.

Signature:      Date:



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