Adult Leader Role
The youth we work with are encouraged in their faith by connecting with others who also believe. They desire healthy relationships with adults who are leading them closer to Jesus and who desire to walk alongside them in that process. This type of presence-centered relational ministry requires time spent together. Youth events are an opportunity for young people and adult leaders to have a shared encounter with Jesus. In volunteering as a leader for a Diocesan youth event, you understand that it is this type of relational ministry that you are being called to with the young people attending the event.

As a leader I…..

• Am a practicing Roman Catholic in good standing with the Church.
• Have a personal relationship with Jesus, with the desire to share how this relationship with Him has impacted their life.
• Adhere to the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Demonstrate reasonable mental and emotional stability.
• Am physically able to be involved in both rigorous and sedentary activities.
• Participate in or actively supports youth ministry/religious education within my parish.
• Preferred) Am currently living within the Diocese of Grand Island and am involved in my parish.
• Am fully compliant with Diocesan policies including safe environment/child protection requirements. NOTE: Safe environment training must be completed every 5 years
• Demonstrate appropriate boundaries in my relationships.

I hereby grant the Diocese of Grand Island, their staff, and volunteers permission to transport me in an emergency to a medical or health care facility for immediate treatment and/or consultation, if deemed necessary.  I give authorization to the attending physician, dentist, or medical personnel for any required immediate treatment at the time of the emergency.  I agree to be financially responsible for any and all medical expenses and/or treatment costs and all related services provided and I release the Diocese of Grand Island, their staff, and volunteers from any liability.

I understand that this event is sponsored by the Diocese of Grand Island.  I accept full responsibility for any legal or financial consequences which may result from any personal actions (ie. damage to property or other participants/staff/volunteers) taken by me and I agree to hold the Diocese of Grand Island, their staff, and volunteers  harmless with respect to any actions or claims that may be made in connection with my personal actions. I also grant permission the Diocese of Grand Island, their staff and volunteers to use photos and videos of me for publicity/marketing purposes.

I authorize the release of information to my/our insurance company and family physician:

To accomplish the purpose of the Steubenville of the Rockies, everyone must agree to a “Code of Conduct.” These guidelines are necessary to make the event enjoyable for all and to avoid problems. Participants have a responsibility to themselves and others to follow these guidelines:

Code of Conduct
To accomplish the purpose of this conference everyone must agree to a “Code of Conduct.”  These guidelines are necessary to make the event enjoyable for all and to avoid unnecessary problems. Participants have a responsibility to themselves and others to follow these guidelines:

• Be Respectful and Safe. We expect to create an environment of safety and trust. The use of our bodies, language, and humor must always honor the dignity of every person.  If you jeopardize the physical or emotional safety of yourself or the group, you will be asked to leave the event immediately at your own expense.

• Be Responsible and Honest. Participants are expected to be present at all activities on time and participate fully. Established guidelines will be observed at all times. We need to take care of the building and grounds. Any damage is to be reported immediately and involved persons are financially accountable. Emergencies that involve the health and well-being of people and/or property must be reported to the Diocesan Director or event leader immediately.

• The use of illegal drugs, alcohol, or other illegal/harmful substances is not permitted. If you use these materials, you will be asked to leave the event immediately at your own expense. Proper authorities will be notified.    

• Observe appropriate boundaries.  All participants must stay in designated areas. Males and females are housed in separate rooms. One of our goals is to relate with everyone present; therefore, during the week exclusive relationships are discouraged.  If you engage in activities contrary to these guidelines or any activities that jeopardize your safety or the safety of the group, you choose to be removed from the event. 

• The following dress code must also be followed by all those participating in the diocesan sponsored event

Dress Code 

In order to promote a safe, healthy, and positive community experience the following dress code must be followed by all male & female participants and adult leaders. Clothing should be modest and appropriate to a youth retreat/conference setting. Clothing should not present messages contrary to the values of a Catholic youth program.

• All attire should be sized to fit without exposing undergarments, buttocks, stomachs or cleavage. 
• Shorts and skirts must be at least fingertip length when arms are resting at sides.
• Shirts must be long enough to naturally touch the top of the lower garment, with arms raised. Shirts must cover the shoulder. No spaghetti straps, tank tops, and halter tops or transparent/mesh clothing or shirts with revealing necklines or armholes.
• No yoga pants or form-fitting pants/shorts.
• No clothing or accessories that promote drugs, alcohol or tobacco either by brand or message.
• No clothing or accessories with sexually suggestive language, promote violence, criminal activity, or intimidation/intolerance of others in regards to religion, ethnicity, gender or lifestyle. 
• Modest swimwear appropriate for a Catholic retreat setting. No speedos or bikinis.

Adult Signature:

I understand and accept the guidelines and policies stated in this Code of Conduct.  I will accept the consequences should I choose to violate the code.  I agree to follow any disciplinary actions if I choose to behave in a manner that the director judges to be a serious violation of this code and is contrary to the mission of Steubenville Conferences.

PLEASE READ BEFORE COMPLETING REGISTRATION

In an effort to recruit committed leaders, the Diocese Youth Office is willing to share the adult cost with both the applicant and your parish. With that in mind, we ask that each adult leader pay a $100 non-refundable deposit at the time of registration, we will then work with your parish in funding the remaining costs.

NOTE: If there is an extra box at the end of the payment information, please input your billing zip code.