MINISTRY TO MINORS VOLUNTEER APPLICATION
For Children's/Student Ministry at LifeBridge Church, San Diego, California
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PLEASE HAVE YOUR THREE REFERENCES (NAME, PHONE AND E-MAIL CONTACT) READY BEFORE YOU START YOUR APPLICATION AS YOU CANNOT SUBMIT THIS FORM WITHOUT THEM.  Thank you!
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Thank you for applying to volunteer for service in the Children's Ministry and/or Student Ministry Programs at LifeBridge Church.  In order to protect our children, our church, and you, we ask that all volunteers who want to work with students under 18 years of age fill out a volunteer application, provide three (3) personal references and consent to a criminal records background check.  All of the information provided will be kept confidential and shared only with the appropriate staff.  Your application will be given careful and prayerful consideration.
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CELL PHONE *
(If you are a minor and do not own your own cell phone - please provide a contact number from someone in your family)
Home Phone *
(If you do not have a home phone - please write N/A in the text box)
e-mail *
(If you are a minor and do not have your own e-mail address - please provide an e-mail from your family)
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My application status is described as:
Clear selection
Occupation *
(If you are under 18 you can list "student" as your occupaton)
Employer *
How long have you been attending LifeBridge Church? *
Are you a member of LifeBridge Church? *
Describe how and what age you came to faith in Jesus Christ. *
What ministry would you like to volunteer for? *
(Check all that apply)
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If applying for BridgeKids Nursery Volunteer, how has God led you to want to become a part of Children's Ministry? *
(If this section does not apply to you - please write N/A in the text box)
If applying for BridgeKids Nursery Volunteer, please describe any prior training experience you have had working with young children and/or babies. *
(If this section does not apply to you - please write N/A in the text box)
What ministries are you currently serving in at LifeBridge Church? *
(If none - just answer none)
Are you CPR certified? *
Is there anything in your past that might disqualify you from volunteering in the ministry that you are applying for? *
If yes, please explain: *
(If NO - please type NO in the answer box)
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or major crime? *
If yes, please explain: *
(If no - please type NO in the answer box)
Do you have any reason to believe that a background or reference check would disclose any information that would suggest that you should not serve in children's/youth ministry? *
If your answer is YES - please explain: *
(If your answer is NO - please type NO in the text box)
Have you ever engaged in any conduct that would be regarded as criminal child abuse or neglect? *
If your answer is YES, please explain: *
(If your answer is NO - please type NO in the text box)
Do you have any history of emotional illness that would currently place children/youth/other workers or yourself at risk?  ALSO - do you have any contagious disease or illness that would put children or youth at risk? *
If your answer is YES, please explain: *
(If you answer is NO - please type NO in the text box)
PLEASE PROVIDE THREE REFERENCES THAT WILL VERIFY YOUR CHARACTER AND YOUR ABILITIES FOR VOLUNTEERING WITH BRIDGEKIDS or STUDENT MINISTRIES     (If you are applying as a Junior Worker (under 18 years of age) please list the Youth Pastor as one of your references.)
Reference #1  (Please include their name, phone number and e-mail address) *
Reference #2 (Please include their name, phone number and e-mail address) *
Reference #3 (Please include their name, phone number and e-mail address) *
I have read, prayerfully considered, agree with, and will support in my teachings the LifeBridge Church Statement of Faith. *
To read our Statement of Faith go to http://www.lifebridgesd.org/about/what_we_believe/
LifeBridge Church CODE OF ETHICS
1.  I desire to model Christ-likeness in all my behavior, especially as I serve in ministry to the children/students at LifeBridge Church.  I aim to demonstrate my love for the Lord Jesus, my gratitude for His grace and forgiveness, and testify to the power of the Holy Spirit working in my life.

2.  I desire to demonstrate respect, loyalty, patience, courtesy and maturity.

3.  I will treat children/students of all races, religions, cultures and genders with respect and consideration.

4.  I will not abuse children/students, in any way, including but not limited to:
          a.  Physical abuse (e.g. strike, shake, slap)
          b.  Verbal/mental abuse (e.g. humiliate, degrade, threaten)
          c.  Sexual abuse (e.g. inappropriate touch or exposure)

5.  I will not possess or use illegal drugs.  I will not possess or use alcohol or tobacco in the context of ministry.

6.  I will not use or tolerate profanity in the presence of children/students.

7.  I understand that any violation of this code may be grounds for dismissal, discipline, or other action by the Church.

8.  I recognize that, as a condition to my service, any references may be contacted and I further authorize my references to give you any information they may have regarding my character and fitness for working with children/students.  I release LifeBridge Church and all such  references from any and all liability for any damage that may result from furnishing such evaluations to you, and I waive any right that I have to inspect references provided on my behalf.

9.  I recognize, that, as a condition to my service, a background check and a criminal history check may be conducted. (For those 18 years of age and older)

10.  I understand that if I have questions about this Code of Ethics, any church policies, or any aspect of my service with LifeBridge Church, I can contact a Pastor, Elder or Children's Ministry/Student Ministry Director for clarification and guidance.

I have read and agree to abide by the LifeBridge Code of Ethics *
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By signing below, I indicate that I have carefully read the foregoing Code of Ethics and understand the contents.  I also acknowledge that all of the information I have provided is true and complete.
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