BCP Personal Reference Form/ST Personal Reference

Dear Friend,

Because of the trust placed in us by the Lord of the harvest and those churches who labor with us in that harvest, we carefully screen each applicant. We need your appraisal and recommendation to help us determine the applicant's qualifications for this work. Please answer each item as fully and as frankly as possible. Your reply will be held in strict confidence. When completed, this form will be submitted to the Applications Committee chairman of Baptist Church Planters and the Candidate Coordinator.

Full Name of Applicant*

First NameLast Name

Your Full Name*

First NameLast Name

Email and Address*

Email

Address

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry

Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

How long have you personally known the applicant?*

What association or relationship have you had with the applicant?*

Are you aware of any health problems or other limitations that might prevent the applicant from serving with Baptist Church Planters in a full-time capacity? If so, please explain.*

From your own observation, does the applicant handle personal finances with control and restraint?*

Do you know of any family, social, or business relationships that may be a hindrance to service? If so, please explain.*

How would you describe the applicant's Christian character?*

StrongImmature but growingImmature and staticDefinitely weak

Do you recognize the call of God in the applicant's life? What evidence can you offer?*

If the applicant is married, do you believe the spouse to be equally fitted for missionary service? If not, list reasons:*

Do you believe that both parties are in agreement about God's call to service?*

What impressions do you have about the following?

the harmony and compatibility between husband and wife:*

the spiritual training of their children:*

the discipline of their children:*

the maintenance and upkeep of their home:*

Does the applicant have a good knowledge of the Scriptures? *

Do you consider his or her doctrinal views sound? Please list any teaching that you may be aware of that the applicant holds to that may be in conflict with Baptist Church Planters' doctrinal position (see BCP's Articles of Faith at bcpusa.org.)*

Please indicate your observations in the following areas:

Ability to get along with others:*

Relationship with the opposite sex:*

Have you ever had occasion to question the applicant's conduct? If yes, please explain.*

Have you ever had occasion to question the applicant's moral behavior? If yes, please explain.*

How would you rate the applicant's personal traits? Please mark your impression between the two opposite characteristics.

Spiritual condition*

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10

1 is Carnal, 10 is Lives victoriously

Love for souls*

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10

1 is Indifferent, 10 is Fervent

Judgment/common sense*

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10

1 is Poor, 10 is Excellent

Attitude toward others*

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10

1 is Harsh, 10 is Considerate

Interest in others*

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10

1 is Withdrawn, 10 is Friendly

Humility*

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10

1 is Boastful, 10 is Christian

Personality*

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10

1 is Repelling, 10 is Pleasing

Personal appearance*

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10

1 is Slovenly, 10 is Neat

Cooperation *

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10

1 is Argumentative, 10 is Submissive

Reaction under trial*

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10

1 is Easily discouraged, 10 is Patient

Emotional stability*

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10

1 is Easily upset, 10 is Patient

Willingness to work*

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10

1 is Needs prodding, 10 is Ambitious

Perseverance*

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10

1 is Gives up easily, 10 is Determined

Capability*

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10

1 is Dependent, 10 is Self-reliant

Interest as a student*

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10

1 is Disinterested, 10 is Studious

Tact*

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10

1 is Brash, 10 is Discreet

Compatability*

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10

1 is Discordant, 10 is Harmonious

Please indicate your overall evaluation of the applicant:*

ExcellentGoodAverageQuestionable

Would you recommend the applicant for full-time Christian service?*

Yes, without reservationYes, with reservationNo

We welcome any additional comments that you feel are pertinent:

Please give the name(s) of additional individuals (name and email is preferred) who, in your judgment, are qualified to complete this reference.

Name and Address

Name

Address

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry

E-mail

Name and Address

Name

Address

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry

E-mail

Name and Address

Name

Address

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry

E-mail

Signature*

General Information

Spiritual Character

Personal Characteristics

Summary

BCP Personal Reference Form / Short-term