LEADER APPLICATION

SADDLEBACK STUDENT MINISTRIES

VOLUNTEER LEADER APPLICATION
PERSONAL INFORMATION

Thank you for taking the time to complete this application. We want you to know that the following information will be kept confidential and will only be shared with the appropriate ministerial staff. We are looking forward to knowing you!
WHERE WOULD YOU LIKE TO SERVE?
Please Select Your Campus*
Full Legal Name (please include middle name)*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
NICKNAME
GENDER*

MaleFemale
BIRTHDATE*

MonthDayYear
Date
ADDRESS*
PHONE NUMBER*
EMAIL*
example@example.com
EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION:
NAME*
PHONE NUMBER*
RELATIONSHIP
YOUR CURRENT SOCIAL MEDIA AND WEBSITES/BLOGS:
TWITTER
INSTAGRAM
SNAPCHAT
BLOG/WEBSITE
OTHER
SPIRITUAL WALK QUESTIONS:
HOW LONG HAVE YOU ATTENDED SADDLEBACK CHURCH?
ARE YOU A MEMBER OF SADDLEBACK CHURCH?

YesNo
ARE YOU IN A SMALL GROUP?

YesNo
HAVE YOU BEEN BAPTIZED?

YesNo
DATE OF BAPTISM

MonthDayYear
HAVE YOU COMPLETED ACTIVATE?

YesNo
IF YES, WHICH ACTIVATE STEPS HAVE YOU COMPLETED? (check all that apply)

1234
WRITE A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF WHEN AND HOW YOU BECAME A CHRISTIAN.
DO YOU CONSIDER YOURSELF TO BE A COMMITTED BELIEVER? WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE TO FOLLOW JESUS IN YOUR DAILY LIFE?
WHAT KIND OF ACCOUNTABILITY STRUCTURE DO YOU HAVE IN YOUR LIFE? (SMALL GROUP, MENTOR, ETC). IN WHAT AREAS DO THEY HOLD YOU ACCOUNTABLE?
PLEASE DESCRIBE ANY PAST MINISTRY OR CHURCH EXPERIENCE YOU HAVE BEEN INVOLVED IN. WHAT WAS YOUR ROLE? WHY DID YOU STOP SERVING IN THESE MINISTRIES?
WHY DO YOU WANT TO SERVE IN STUDENT MINISTRIES?
WHAT LEADERSHIP OR VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCES, TRAINING OR EDUCATION HAS PREPARED YOU TO WORK WITH STUDENTS?
DO YOU HAVE ANY SPECIFIC TALENTS OR RESOURCES THAT WOULD BENEFIT STUDENT MINISTRIES?
REFERENCES:

**REFERENCES CANNOT BE RELATED TO YOU & THEY MUST BE 18+ YEARS OLD.
NAME*
PHONE*
EMAIL*
example@example.com
RELATIONSHIP
CANNOT BE SOMEONE RELATED TO YOU
NAME*
PHONE*
EMAIL*
example@example.com
RELATIONSHIP
CANNOT BE SOMEONE RELATED TO YOU
NAME*
PHONE*
EMAIL*
example@example.com
RELATIONSHIP
CANNOT BE SOMEONE RELATED TO YOU
LIFESTYLE & BACKGROUND:

In caring for children/students at Saddleback Church, we believe it is our responsibility to seek volunteer leaders who are able to provide healthy, safe, and nurturing relationships. Please answer the following questions accordingly. Please understand that the information provided in this application may be reviewed by others on the Saddleback Church staff. Any concerns will be discussed individually with the Student Ministries staff.
Are there any current circumstances or circumstances in your past that would call into question your ability to work with students and to model a Christ-like character to them (i.e. addictions, adultery, pornography, history of violence, alcohol or drug abuse, etc.)?

YesNo
If you answered yes, please describe:
Have you ever been charged with and/or convicted of neglect abuse or assault

YesNo
APPLICATION STATEMENT OF RELEASE
I hereby voluntarily and knowingly authorize Saddleback Chruch to seek information about me and authorize Saddleback Church to use the information obtained about me (including any information obatined from the sexual offender identification line(s) or registry(ies)) in conncetion with my volunteer application. I understand that Saddleback Church may use this information for volunteer participation purposes, including but not limited to acceptance or denial of my volunteer application, my volunteer assignement, and termination of my volunteer status. I also hereby authorize any administrator, law enforcement agency, state agency, local agency, federal agency, and/or other persons to give records or information they may have concerning my criminal history or any other information about me as requested.

I hereby authorize any individuals to disclose any and all information to Saddleback Church. I release all such persons or entities from liability that may result or arise from Saddleback Church's collection of all information or it's consideration of my application.

In connection with my application to become a volunteer with Saddleback Church, I understand that, after any acceptance of my volunteer application, a Department of Justice and FBI background check will be conducted. I understand that the information in the background check will be obtained by accessing public records from various local, state, and federal agencies to the extent permitted by law, including but not limited to my criminal history. I understand that information sought will include a search of the state and/or federal Sexual Offender Indetification Line(s) or Registry(ies).
DOCTRINAL BELIEFS

An important part of serving in Student Ministries it that you understand and commit to our doctrinal beliefs here at Saddleback. Please initial that you agree with the points below.
ABOUT GOD (Enter initials here)
God is Creator and Ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and are one God.
ABOUT MAN (Enter initials here)
Man is made in the spiritual image of God, to be like him in character. He is the supreme object of God's creation. Although man has tremenduous potential for good, he is marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called "sin". This attitude separates man from God.
ABOUT ETERNITY (Enter initials here)
Man was created to exist forever. He will either exist eternally seperated from God by sin, or in union with God through forgiveness and salvation. To be eternally seperated from God is hell. To be eternally in union with him is eternal life. Heaven and hell are places of eternal existance.
ABOUT JESUS CHRIST (Enter initials here)
Jesus is the Son of God. He is co-equal with the Father. Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all men by dying on a cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstate his power over sin and death. He ascended to heaven's glory and will return again to earth to regin as King or kings and Lord of lords.
ABOUT SALVATION (Enter initials here)
Salvation is a gift from God to men. Man can never make up for his sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God's offer of forgiveness can man be saved from sin's penalty. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his life.
ABOUT ETERNAL SECURITY (Enter initials here)
Because God gives an eternal life through Jesus Christ, the believer is secure in salvation for eternity. Salvation is maintened by the grace and power of God, not by self effort of the Christian. It is the grace and keeping power of God that gives the security.
ABOUT THE HOLY SPIRIT (Enter initials here)
The Holy Spirit is equal with the Father and the Son as God. He is present in the world to make men aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth and guidance in doing what is right. The Chrisitan seeks to live under his control daily.
ABOUT THE BIBLE (Enter initials here)
The Bible is God's word to all men. It was written by human authors, under the supernatuaral guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of the truth for Christian beliefs and living. Beacause it is inspired by God, it is truth without any mixture of error.
ABOUT MARRIAGE (Enter initials here)
Marriage and sexual intimacy are wonderful gifts from God to be stewarded for his glory. God's design for marriage is to be between one man and one women for life. Biblical marriage requires that both people have biological differences from birth as male and female. Any sexual relationships or activity outside of biblical, covenated marriage is sinful, and is not blessed by God. While marriage is a gift from God, we also believe that singleness can be a gift from God and can be God's call on a person's life.
PHOTO/VIDEO RELEASE
Photos may be taken and videos may be produced and used for future publicity. I give permission for images of me to be captured and including but not limited to images captured by video, photo, and digital camera to be used for the purpose of the Church, including in promotional materials and publications and agree to waive any rights of compensation or ownership.
SSM LEADER COMMITMENT
Having committed to serve in the Saddleback Student Ministires and to the habits essential for spiritual maturity and having attended a Saddleback Student Ministries Volunteer Leader Orientation, I will Commit to:
- Read and practice the safety and securirty policies, general evacuation and lockdown procedures of Saddleback Church as stated in the Saddleback Student Ministires Orientation Handbook.
- Perpare for ministry by growing in my personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
- Support and pray for Saddleback Student Ministires, specifically the Children/students I serve.
- Personal growth and discipleship through active participation at Saddleback Church (ACTIVATE) and any Saddleback Student Ministires related meetings or trainings.
Should my application be accepted, I agree to the policies of Saddleback Church as stated above and refrian from unbiblical conduct in the performace of my services on behalf of the church. I certify the information and statements provided in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand my personal information provided will be held confidential by the Saddleback Church staff.
APPLICANT SIGNATURE*

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Date*

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PARENT SIGNATURE (IF MINOR)

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SADDLEBACK STUDENT MINISTRIES

PERSONAL INFORMATION

WHERE WOULD YOU LIKE TO SERVE?

EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION:

YOUR CURRENT SOCIAL MEDIA AND WEBSITES/BLOGS:

SPIRITUAL WALK QUESTIONS:

REFERENCES:

LIFESTYLE & BACKGROUND:

APPLICATION STATEMENT OF RELEASE

DOCTRINAL BELIEFS

PHOTO/VIDEO RELEASE

SSM LEADER COMMITMENT