SAMC C.R.E.W. Peer Ministry Application

SAMC C.R.E.W. Peer Ministry Application

Please complete this form to apply for our youth peer ministry team. Please read the guidelines of the SAMC C.R.E.W. below before filling out the form. Thank you!
SAMC C.R.E.W. Peer Ministry aims to provide meaningful experiences for students who are looking to grow as leaders in their faith. This program is open to high school juniors and seniors who have received their sacrament of Confirmation. Teens who wish to join the CREW must apply through our CREW application. Teens in the CREW should expect to attend our monthly meetings to be formed and to serve as leaders for our middle school ministry and high school ministry programs.

SAMC CREW Mission

SAMC CREW seeks to grow disciples of Jesus Christ in our community by developing teen leaders into positive, faithful, dedicated role models who build community and assist with the faith formation of their peers.

C.R.E.W. stands for the 4 pillars of our peer ministry:

Community: as disciples we are called to build and foster strong Christ centered relationships and to create a sense of belonging in our community. CREW encourages youth to support one another, share experiences, and create a safe space for open communication and friendship as we journey towards sainthood together.

Revive: The Church needs spiritual renewal and revitalization. CREW members encourage those we serve to reconnect with their faith, find inspiration, and engage in activities that rejuvenate their spirit, helping them grow closer to God and each other. CREW members are also called to revive their own faith through ongoing spiritual formation.

Encounter: “To encounter Christ” is part of our parish mission. CREW members highlight the importance of experiencing and encountering God in impactful ways. CREW members help to facilitate encounters with Christ and those who we serve.

Witness: The final part of our parish mission is, “to live for Him.” CREW members follow our mission by living as witnesses for Christ. CREW members live out their sacrament of Confirmation by actively serving all who they encounter with Christ’s love, hospitality, and joy.

SAMC Youth Ministry needs teen leaders to guide and shape our youth ministry and to serve the Church. Any teen in Grades 11th-12th or those who have already received the sacrament of Confirmation and are in high school are welcome to apply to be part of the CREW through this interest form - If you are ready to live out the sacrament of Confirmation, apply!

CREW applicants are expected to have a conversation with the youth minister about the teen's interest and availability.
Generally teens who show an interest in Peer Ministry are welcomed to the team. The main purpose for the conversation is to clarify expectations so the teen and family know what is expected of the commitment of being a Peer Minister.

*Peer Ministry is a different program than the high school on-going formation that will be offered going forward. Peer Ministers are encouraged to register for our youth ministry programs.
Teen Information

Please fill out the information about yourself below:
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Cell Phone Number*
Note on teen email and phone number - minors will always have parents copied on messages sent to them. Since some families prefer to have their teens included in communication about their activities, we offer the teen email and phone fields as options. This is especially useful for Peer Ministers.
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
What grade are you currently in?*
Have you received the sacrament of Confirmation? (This is a requirement to be part of the CREW)*

YesNo
What high school do you attend?*
T-Shirt Size*
For the next few questions, please answer honestly. Your responses will give us things to talk about as we form our Peer Ministry Team!
Why do you want to be a Peer Minister? (you may consider drafting your response in another file, then cut-and-paste into this form.)*
I practice my faith by (check all that apply)*

Attending Mass on Sundays (or Saturday evenings)Attending daily Mass (outside the Sunday obligation)Personal prayerReading ScriptureReading spiritual booksAttending youth ministry eventsServing in liturgical ministriesLearning more about my faith (reading books, blogs, videos, etc.)Sharing my faith with othersServing those in needRegularly enjoying Catholic/Christian media (videos, music, podcasts, following Catholic social media accounts, etc.)
When making major life decisions, who are you likely to turn to for advice? (choose up to 3)*

God (in prayer)Parents or family membersConfirmation sponsorFriendsClergy (priest or deacon)Religious brother or sisterA trusted adult
Questions that I have about the Catholic faith are:*
Topics of the faith or of life that I want to learn more about:*
Things I want to do as Peer Minister:*
Peer Ministry is the overall group of teen leaders. Since no Peer Minister could do everything in our church (yall are already busy bees!), we will encourage Peer Ministers to "specialize" in one or more areas. Which programs might you prefer to volunteer in? (Check all you are interested in)*

Middle School Ministry (MSM) Wednesdays 6:30pm-8:00pmHigh School Ministry (HSM) Sundays 6:30pm-8:00pmConfirmation Preparation (Year 2) Sundays 6:30pm-8:00pm with additional workshopsRetreat Team - Help plan and run our confirmation retreat, HSM retreat, and/or MSM retreat
Parent/guardian Information

Please fill out the information about your parent/guardian below:
Parent/Guardian Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian Email*
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Home Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Event: SAMC Youth Ministry 2024-2025 C.R.E.W. Peer Ministry Team

Parish: St. Anthony Marie de Claret Catholic Church located in KYLE (city), Texas, is a Texas non-profit corporation, that includes its faculty, employees, contractors, clergy, agents, facilitators, and volunteers. Diocese: The Catholic Diocese of Austin, a Texas non-profit corporation, includes its employees, contractors, clergy, agents, facilitators, and volunteers.

A. The undersigned represent that they are the parents or legal guardians of Participant and have full authority under law to sign this document.
B. Parents grant their permission for Participant to enroll and participate in the Event.
C. Parents acknowledge and agree that:
(1) Participant and Parents voluntarily seek to participate in the Event;
(2) the Event may involve physical activity that involves risk of injury;
(3) Participant and Parents will abide by all policies and rules established for Event and instructions of those persons facilitating, organizing, or overseeing the Event;
(4) Parents and Participant are responsible for Participant’s conduct during the Event and are responsible for any damages, claims, or other costs caused by Participant or incurred as a result Participant’s conduct; and
(5) if Participant’s conduct is inappropriate, unsafe or detrimental to the Event, other participants or other persons, Parish/School or the Diocese may be suspend or expel Participant from the Event and future events.
D. Unless this paragraph is struck and initialed by the undersigned, Parents authorize Parish/School and the Diocese to provide over-the-counter aspirin, pain relievers, cold medicine, and other over-the-counter medications to Participant at Participant’s request if the Parish/School or Diocese deem it reasonable to do so. The Parish/School will make reasonable attempts to notify Parents prior to authorizing any such over-the-counter medication.
E. In the event of an emergency or a situation that is reasonably considered to be an emergency, Parents authorize the Parish/School and the Diocese to seek and authorize emergency medical care to be given to Participant (for example, first aid, medication, anesthesia, or surgery). The Parish/School will make reasonable attempts to notify Parents prior to authorizing any such emergency care.
F. Parents grant Parish/School and the Diocese permission:
(1) to photograph and video tape Participant during the Event; and
(2) to use the photographs and video tapes in publications and promotions of the Parish/School and the Diocese, including but not limited to publications such as websites, newsletters, advertisements, scrapbooks, and yearbooks.
G. To the extent permitted by law, Parents, for themselves and for Participant, release and agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Parish/School, the Diocese, and the Transportation Provider from any and all liability, claims, demands, and costs which may arise as a result of Participant’s participation in the Event or which is, in any way, related to such participation. This paragraph covers loss under any theory of loss (negligence or otherwise) including but not limited to personal injury or property damage. Parents and Participant assume all risk of injury or loss to themselves or their property.
Parent/Guardian Signiture*

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Thank you for taking the time to apply to be a Peer Minister! Milan looks forward to speaking with you about this soon!
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SAMC C.R.E.W. Peer Ministry Application

Teen Information

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