I have willingly chosen to participate in Youth Ministry at First United Methodist Church. As a participant, I will work toward the goals of the ministry and the building of Christian community with the group by:
1. Participating wholeheartedly in all the planned activities.
2. Speaking up when I have a problem, need, or concern.
3. Listening/Responding to the needs of others.
4. Following the guidance of the adult Youth Leaders.
5. Respecting others' property or rights, and abiding by the rules of the location visited.
6. Using appropriate language and respecting leaders.
7. Not using controlled substances. Use of energy drinks, alcoholic beverages, drugs, tobacco products, and vaping are strictly prohibited.
8. Not leaving the event grounds at any time without the permission of an adult Youth Leader.
9. Encouraging others to understand and abide by this covenant and striving, as a Christian, to live as a supportive member of the group and as an example of faith and belief to those with whom we are in contact.
10. Not bringing inappropriate materials, such as offensive or vulgar music or literature or wording on clothing, laser pointers, balloon launchers, fireworks, and firearms, etc., or promoting these activities.
11. Being responsible in my expressions of care, concern, and intimacy and in the keeping of confidences.
12. Accepting responsibility for my own belongings.
13. Speaking during appropriate times and waiting patiently for your turn.
14. Staying with the group always.
15. Acting appropriately and respecting church property and equipment such as cleaning up your area when finished and refraining from running inside the church unless it is during a specific game or activity.
16. Using cell phones only when appropriate and not taking pictures or videos of others without their consent.
I understand that success in abiding by this covenant will result in a positive group environment and experience. I also understand that failure to abide by any of these guidelines may result in a conversation with parents/guardians and removal from this or any event at my parent's expense.
Inappropriate behavior will result in one or all of the following:
1. A general warning.
2. A one-on-one meeting with the Director of Youth Ministries regarding the behavior.
3. A conversation with a parent/guardian.
4. The loss of the right to participate in future events.