MOMENTUM CONFERENCE 2025 – VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

MOMENTUM CONFERENCE 2025 – VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

November 21–22, 2025 | Bank of Springfield (BOS) Center, Springfield, IL

Event Overview
Momentum Conference will be held November 21–22, 2025 at the Bank of Springfield (BOS) Center in Springfield, Illinois.

This form serves as an application of interest, not a guarantee of volunteer placement. All applications will be reviewed, and selected applicants will be contacted by the ISM Team.

Volunteers play a vital role in making this event possible—serving alongside District leadership, experiencing behind-the-scenes teamwork, and helping create an atmosphere where students encounter God in powerful ways.

Volunteer Expectations
Please review before applying:
• Be onsite Friday, Nov 21, by 7:30 AM for breakfast, prayer, and team assignments.
• The conference concludes Saturday, Nov 22, around 4:00 PM. Volunteers should plan to stay through clean-up (until approximately 6:00 PM).
• Lodging: Friday night at Calvary Church, Springfield, separated by gender. Bring sleeping bags, pillows, and/or cots. Showers are available if needed.
• Local teams: please plan to arrive Thursday afternoon to assist with setup if at all possible. Note: lodging is only provided for Friday night.
• Meals are provided while serving.
• Volunteers must adhere to ISM’s Code of Conduct (found below).

Contact Information
Your Name*

First NameLast Name
Cell Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Your Email*

Confirmation Emailexample@example.com
Your Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
MM-DD-YYYY
T-Shirt Size (in the case a staff shirt is provided)*

Church Information
Are you currently serving as a leader in an IL AG Youth Group?*

YesNo
If yes, at what church and city are you a leader?*
Ex. Cornerstone Church, Bethalto
What is the Youth Pastor's Name?*

First NameLast Name
Please keep in mind that if you are currently serving as a leader at a youth ministry, your first responsibility is to your youth group. If your Youth Pastor needs you to be a leader of their group, you should fulfill that role first and foremost.
Church’s Momentum Coordinator Name

First NameLast Name
Church’s Momentum Coordinator Email

Confirmation EmailPlease confirm his/her email address - THIS SHOULD NOT BE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS

College Leadership School Information
Are you currently enrolled in College or a Leadership School?*

YesNo
Name of your College or Leadership School*
Please indicate what year of college you are in:*

FreshmanSophomoreJuniorSeniorGraduate Program
Program Director or Dean Name

First NameLast Name
Program Director or Dean Email
example@example.com
Program Director or Dean Phone
Please enter a valid phone number.
Volunteers connected to a College or Leadership School will serve as part of their school’s assigned team. ISM will communicate directly with your program director for coordination and check-in.

Arrival & Lodging
When are you able to arrive?*

Thursday, Nov 20 (afternoon) – set-up helpFriday, Nov 21 (by 7:30 AM)Other
If other, please explain your arrival time
Will you need overnight lodging at Calvary Church on Friday night?

YesNo

Background & Reference
Have you previously served at Momentum or another ISM event?

YesNo
List which events and roles
Reference Information
Reference Name*

Your reference should not be a family member. We will contact this person as a character or leadership reference.
Reference relationship to you
Pastor, Employer, Friend, etc
Reference Phone Number*
Please enter your Reference's phone number
Reference Email*
example@example.com

Emergency Contact
Emergency Contact Name*

First NameLast Name
Relationship*
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.

Motivation & Skills
Please tell us why you want to serve at Momentum*
Briefly share what draws you to serve (2–3 sentences).
Areas of Interest / Skills

RegistrationSecurityHospitalityTech / ProductionMerchandiseSetup / CleanupAnywhere Needed
Selecting an area of interest helps us understand your giftings and strengths. This does not guarantee placement in that specific area. Volunteers will be assigned where most needed to ensure all areas of the conference are well-supported.
Is there anything further we need to know about your serving at Momentum Conference?

Code of Conduct Agreement
By submitting an application to serve, the applicant agrees to follow the Illinois Student Ministries Code of Conduct.

Code of Conduct:

Christ-like Conduct: Volunteers associated with Illinois Student Ministries (ISM) must uphold Christ-like behavior, characterized by grace, honesty, kindness, and intentionality.

Graceful Responses: Exercise grace, especially in stressful situations, when others may express frustration. If issues arise, direct individuals to ISM Leadership for resolution without attempting to fix the situation personally.

Honesty: Always prioritize honesty in your service to prevent misunderstandings.

Kindness: Embrace kindness as a cornerstone of volunteer attributes, especially during impactful moments in services and worship that may evoke unexpected emotions in students.

Purposeful Work: Approach your tasks with intentionality, aligning with ISM-proven systems designed for large-scale conferences. Work efficiently to ensure productivity.

Equal Importance: Recognize that every job assignment is equally vital to the smooth operation of the conference. Check in upon arrival and report to your group leader before departing.

Dismissal Clause: ISM reserves the right to dismiss any individual not adhering to the agreed-upon conduct during the conference. If asked to leave, you must do so immediately, with no remuneration or reimbursement from ISM.

Reasons for Dismissal: Reasons for dismissal may include inappropriate behavior, use of unbecoming language in a Christian atmosphere, any form of sexual harassment, rudeness or unkindness towards guests or fellow staff, failure to follow instructions or leaving your post without informing staff, entering rooms of the opposite gender, use of illicit substances, vapes, nicotine, or alcohol during service, or any actions considered dangerous or offensive to staff or guests.

Prior to Dismissal: Before requesting your departure, ISM will discuss the nature of your actions, explain why they are unacceptable, and understand the factors leading to your dismissal.
By applying to serve at Momentum Conference, I agree to represent Illinois Student Ministries and my church with integrity and respect. I understand that violation of this code may result in dismissal from the volunteer team without reimbursement or further involvement. I have read and agree to the ISM Volunteer Code of Conduct.*

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Acknowledgment & Submission
I understand this application is an expression of interest, not a guarantee of selection, and that my reference may be contacted for verification.
Application Deadline: November 10, 2025
Late submissions will not be accepted. You will receive an email confirmation after submitting your application.
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MOMENTUM CONFERENCE 2025 – VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

Reference Information