2026 Summer Staff Application
Thanks for your interest in being a staff member with Blue Grass Christian Camp! We understand that this application is lengthy, but it's extremely important for us to learn as much as we can about our potential staff. Please take the time to fill everything out honestly and completely.
Name
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First Name
Last Name
Email
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Date of Birth
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Year
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Address
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Street Address
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City
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Phone Number
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Please upload a recent photo of yourself
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Sex (it's essential to job placement!)
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Female
Male
Emergency Contact - Please provide the name and cell phone number for a person we can contact if you have an emergency.
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Student Status - Please enter the grade that you'll be going into AFTER this coming summer (Fall 2026).
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8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
College Freshman
College Sophomore
College Junior
College Senior
Graduate Student
Out of High School but not in College
Name of School (high school, college, etc.)
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Major (if in college)
Why do you want to work at Blue Grass Christian Camp?
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Who recommended BGCC to you?
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Are you a past BGCC camper?
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Have you ever worked (volunteer or paid) at Blue Grass Christian Camp before?
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Yes
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Are you a U.S. Citizen?
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Yes
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Is it legal for you to work in the U.S.?
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Yes
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CRIMINAL RECORD: Have you ever been convicted of a crime, other than a minor traffic offense?
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Have you ever been convicted of an offense involving a minor or endangering the welfare of a child, such as child abuse, child neglect, etc., or any offense against a person, such as assault, etc.?
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Yes
No
Please select any field in which you have CURRENT certification:
Lifeguard
CPR
First Aid
CNA
Do you have any restrictions that would make it difficult for you to engage in any position, sport, or activity at camp? If yes, please explain and let us know what accommodations you may require:
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Biographical Sketch: (Briefly!) Tell us a little bit about what activities you are passionate about and have experience in.
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T-Shirt Size
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Adult S
Adult M
Adult L
Adult XL
Adult 2XL
Adult 3XL
Favorite restaurant/coffee shop (please list more than one):
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What is your home church?
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Are you a baptized believer in Christ?
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How would you describe yourself on the introvert–extrovert spectrum?
Strongly introverted
Introverted
A balance of both
Extroverted
Strongly extroverted
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8th/9th Grader Form
Before you continue, we want to be honest: we have fewer openings than usual for rising 8th and 9th graders this summer. While space is limited, we’re incredibly thankful for your interest, your heart to serve, and your commitment to walking through this application. It means a lot to us!
Position(s) applying for
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Skybound Staff (New camp in August for at-risk youth)
Power Kids Day Camp Volunteer
7/11 (ages 7-11) CIT - must at least be entering 9th grade
Regional Day Camp - must at least be entering 9th grade
Remix Day Camp - must at least be entering 9th grade
Camp Photographer
Camp Access Volunteer - Background Role
Camp Access Volunteer - Buddy
Community Engagement Staff
Parent/Guardian Name
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First Name
Last Name
Parent/Guardian Email
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Parent/Guardian Phone Number
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Reference #1 Name (no family members)
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What is this person's relationship to you?
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How long has this person known you?
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Reference #1 Email
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Reference #2 Name (no family members)
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What is this person's relationship to you?
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How long has this person known you?
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Reference #2 Email
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example@example.com
What is your strongest quality?
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What is your weakest quality?
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Tell us about your family. Who do you live with? Do you have siblings? What do you love most about your family? What is the most challenging thing about your family?
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Tell us a little bit about your activity in ministry over the past few years.
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Briefly relate your personal testimony (how did you come to know Jesus Christ as your Savior?):
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Describe your growth with Christ this year:
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What is the biggest struggle you have faced this year?
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Who are your spiritual mentors and why do you consider them mentors?
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How often do you meet with a spiritual peer group (small group, youth group, etc.) and what is the importance of this group in your life?
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How would you share the plan of salvation?
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What are your other summer plans?
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10th/11th Grader Form
Before you continue, we want to be honest: we have fewer paid staff openings than usual for rising 10th and 11th graders this summer. While space is limited, we’re incredibly thankful for your interest, your heart to serve, and your commitment to walking through this application. It means a lot to us!
Position(s) applying for
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Skybound Staff (New camp in August for at-risk youth)
Power Kids Day Camp Volunteer
Power Kids Day Camp Counselor - must be entering 11th grade
7/11 (ages 7-11) CIT
Regional Day Camp
Remix Day Camp
Camp Photographer
Camp Access Volunteer - Background Role
Camp Access Volunteer - Buddy
Native Crew Member
Maintenance/Grounds Staff
Kitchen Staff
Cleaning Staff
Nurse Assistant - First Aid certification required
Lifeguard - must be lifeguard certified OR willing to get certified by May 2026
Community Engagement Staff
Parent/Guardian Name
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First Name
Last Name
Parent/Guardian Email
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example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Phone Number
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Reference #1 Name (no family members)
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What is this person's relationship to you?
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How long has this person known you?
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Reference #1 Email
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example@example.com
Reference #2 Name (no family members)
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What is this person's relationship to you?
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How long has this person known you?
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Reference #2 Email
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example@example.com
What is your strongest quality?
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What is your weakest quality?
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For returning staff: What did you feel you did best on BGCC’s summer staff last summer?
For returning staff: Thinking about next summer, what’s one area you’d love to grow or improve in as part of the BGCC staff team?
Tell us about your family. Who do you live with? Do you have siblings? What do you love most about your family? What is the most challenging thing about your family?
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Tell us a little bit about your activity in ministry over the past few years.
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Briefly relate your personal testimony (how did you come to know Jesus Christ as your Savior?):
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Describe your growth with Christ this year:
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What is the biggest struggle you have faced this year?
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What topics do you find in Scripture that are difficult to understand or accept?
Who are your spiritual mentors and why do you consider them mentors?
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How often do you meet with a spiritual peer group (small group, youth group, etc.) and what is the importance of this group in your life?
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If a camper shared an experience of abuse with you in private, how would you respond?
What social media platforms do you use and what are your usernames for each?
What would your profile(s) tell your campers and their parents about you and your character?
"If I discovered that a fellow staff member was not obeying camp rules, I would:"
How would you share the plan of salvation?
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What are your other summer plans?
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The following topics are areas in which the leadership of Blue Grass Christian Camp believe are contrary to God's will. These are often areas that young adults struggle. We ask that you answer the following questions honestly. "Yes" answers will not disqualify applicants from positions; however, we believe it is best for us as a camp family to have honest conversations about these topics together in order to help ensure that we are helping each other in our walks with Christ and also in providing positive (not perfect) examples of following His will for our life.
Have you drank alcohol underage?
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Yes
No
If yes, most recent:
Have you used illegal drugs?
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Yes
No
If yes, most recent:
Pornography?
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Yes
No
If yes, most recent:
Premarital Sex?
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Yes
No
There are many "hot button" topics that often surround Christianity. What do you consider a "hot button" topic and explain the role that the Bible, culture and your friends/family have played in developing your view on these topics.
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RETURNING 12th Grade and Older Form
Your interest to return to the summer staff speaks volumes about your heart for camp and your investment in our mission. We’re grateful for you and excited for the opportunity to partner with you in 2026!
Position(s) applying for
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Skybound Staff (New camp in August for at-risk youth)
Power Kids Day Camp Counselor
7/11 Counselor
Regional Day Camp
Remix Day Camp
Camp Photographer
Camp Videographer
Camp Access Volunteer - Background Role
Camp Access Volunteer - Buddy
Native Crew Member
Native Counselor - must at least be a high school graduate
Tribal Counselor - must at least be a high school graduate
Lifeguard - must be lifeguard certified OR willing to get certified by May 2026
Maintenance/Grounds Staff
Cleaning Staff
Camp Nurse - must be at least 18 years old, CNA preferred, First Aid certification required
Kitchen Staff
Community Engagement Staff
Reference #1 Name (no family members)
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What is this person's relationship to you?
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How long has this person known you?
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Reference #1 Email
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example@example.com
Reference #2 Name (no family members)
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What is this person's relationship to you?
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How long has this person known you?
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Reference #2 Email
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example@example.com
What did you feel you did best on BGCC’s summer staff last summer?
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Thinking about next summer, what’s one area you’d love to grow or improve in as part of the BGCC staff team?
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In one sentence, what would it look like for you to be your best at camp (where do you fit best on the team)?
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Tell us about your family. Who do you live with? Do you have siblings? What do you love most about your family? What is the most challenging thing about your family?
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Tell us a little bit about your activity in ministry (outside of camp) over the past few years.
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Briefly relate your personal testimony (how did you come to know Jesus Christ as your Savior?):
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Describe your growth with Christ this year:
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What is the biggest struggle you have faced this year?
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What topics do you find in Scripture that are difficult to understand or accept?
Who are your spiritual mentors and why do you consider them mentors?
*
How often do you meet with a spiritual peer group (small group, youth group, etc.) and what is the importance of this group in your life?
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If a camper shared an experience of abuse with you in private, how would you respond?
What social media platforms do you use and what are your usernames for each?
What would your profile(s) tell your campers and their parents about you and your character?
"If I discovered that a fellow staff member was not obeying camp rules, I would:"
How would you share the plan of salvation?
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What are your other summer plans?
*
The following topics are areas in which the leadership of Blue Grass Christian Camp believe are contrary to God's will. These are often areas that young adults struggle. We ask that you answer the following questions honestly. "Yes" answers will not disqualify applicants from positions; however, we believe it is best for us as a camp family to have honest conversations about these topics together in order to help ensure that we are helping each other in our walks with Christ and also in providing positive (not perfect) examples of following His will for our life.
Have you drank alcohol underage?
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Yes
No
If yes, most recent:
Have you used illegal drugs?
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Yes
No
If yes, most recent:
Pornography?
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Yes
No
If yes, most recent:
Premarital Sex?
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Yes
No
There are many "hot button" topics that often surround Christianity. What do you consider a "hot button" topic and explain the role that the Bible, culture and your friends/family have played in developing your view on these topics.
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NEW 12th Grade and Older Form
We’re excited that you’re interested in serving at BGCC this summer! Thanks for sticking with us through a longer application, it really helps us get to know you well.
Position(s) applying for
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Skybound Staff (New camp in August for at-risk youth)
Power Kids Day Camp Counselor
7/11 Counselor
Regional Day Camp
Remix Day Camp
Camp Photographer
Camp Videographer
Camp Access Volunteer - Background Role
Camp Access Volunteer - Buddy
Native Crew Member
Native Counselor - must at least be a high school graduate
Tribal Counselor - must at least be a high school graduate
Lifeguard - must be lifeguard certified OR willing to get certified by May 2026
Maintenance/Grounds Staff
Cleaning Staff
Camp Nurse - must be at least 18 years old, CNA preferred, First Aid certification required
Kitchen Staff
Community Engagement Staff
Tell us about any past jobs you’ve had: where you worked, what your responsibilities were, and the timeframe you worked there.
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Reference #1 Name (no family members)
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What is this person's relationship to you?
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How long has this person known you?
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Reference #1 Email
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example@example.com
Reference #2 Name (no family members)
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What is this person's relationship to you?
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How long has this person known you?
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Reference #2 Email
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example@example.com
What is your strongest quality?
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What is your weakest quality?
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Tell us about your family. Who do you live with? Do you have siblings? What do you love most about your family? What is the most challenging thing about your family?
*
Tell us a little bit about your activity in ministry over the past few years.
*
Briefly relate your personal testimony (how did you come to know Jesus Christ as your Savior?):
*
Describe your growth with Christ this year:
*
What is the biggest struggle you have faced this year?
*
What topics do you find in Scripture that are difficult to understand or accept?
Who are your spiritual mentors and why do you consider them mentors?
*
How often do you meet with a spiritual peer group (small group, youth group, etc.) and what is the importance of this group in your life?
*
If a camper shared an experience of abuse with you in private, how would you respond?
What social media platforms do you use and what are your usernames for each?
What would your profile(s) tell your campers and their parents about you and your character?
"If I discovered that a fellow staff member was not obeying camp rules, I would:"
How would you share the plan of salvation?
*
What are your other summer plans?
*
The following topics are areas in which the leadership of Blue Grass Christian Camp believe are contrary to God's will. These are often areas that young adults struggle. We ask that you answer the following questions honestly. "Yes" answers will not disqualify applicants from positions; however, we believe it is best for us as a camp family to have honest conversations about these topics together in order to help ensure that we are helping each other in our walks with Christ and also in providing positive (not perfect) examples of following His will for our life.
Have you drank alcohol underage?
*
Yes
No
If yes, most recent:
Have you used illegal drugs?
*
Yes
No
If yes, most recent:
Pornography?
*
Yes
No
If yes, most recent:
Premarital Sex?
*
Yes
No
There are many "hot button" topics that often surround Christianity. What do you consider a "hot button" topic and explain the role that the Bible, culture and your friends/family have played in developing your view on these topics.
*
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User Agreement and Application Submission
I understand and agree that: The information I have provided on this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. Any misrepresentation or omission of any fact in my application, resume, or other materials, or during any interviews, can be justification for refusal of employment, or if employed, termination from employment of Blue Grass Christian Camp. I hereby authorize any present or former employer, person, firm, corporation, or government agency to answer all questions and release or provide any information within their knowledge or records dealing with any information I have provided on this application, and I agree to hold any and all of them harmless and free of any liability for releasing any information that is within their knowledge and records. FBI and/or Kentucky State Police and/or Administrative Office of the Courts check of any police criminal records may be required for my employment.
In consideration for my employment I agree to comply with the policies, rules, regulations, and procedures of Blue Grass Christian Camp and understand that my employment and compensation can be terminated with or without cause of notice, at any time. Furthermore, the parties agree that any claim of dispute arising out of or related to this agreement shall be settled by biblically based mediation and, if necessary, arbitration in accordance with the Rules of Arbitration Association. The Parties to this agreement are Christians and believe the Bible commands them to make every effort to live at peace and to resolve disputes with each other in private or within the Christian church (see 1 Corinthians 6:1-8; Matthew 18:15-20). The parties agree that these methods shall be the sole remedy for any controversy or claim arising out of this agreement and expressly waive their right to file a lawsuit against one another in any civil court for such disputes, except to enforce a legally binding arbitration decision.
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Are you available to interview at Blue Grass Christian Camp the weekend of January 30-31, 2026?
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