CITIZENS STUDENT LEADERSHIP fall 2017 A Note to parents Dear Parents, Thank you for your interest in the possibility of your student being involved in Citizens Student Leadership. Please know that it is not my desire to create more activities for your student to be involved in. Life is busy. There is always an activity to occupy our time. We recognize that busyness does not equate to growth and growth should not come at the sacrifice of family time and commitments. However, I want you to know that a commitment to this team involves much support, from you first, as well as our team here. We are here to help you grow a godly young man or woman. We believe that leadership opportunities are essential to healthy growth. In order to be a part of this leadership team, we require students to attend Sunday morning gatherings and The Academy, as well as Citizens on Wednesday nights. Additionally, student leaders are required to attend the monthly Leadership Lunch. If this is a commitment you feel your student can pledge to, we would love for them to fill out a Student Leader application. Thank you so much for your support. You are vital to the growth of a spiritually maturing young adult! Student Pastor, Sam Cassese 2
CITIZENS STUDENT LEADERSHIP Fall 2017 WHAT IS STUDENT LEADERSHIP? At Citizens, God is building a community of students who are learning to live for Jesus. Citizens student leadership is an opportunity for high school students that don t simply want to come along for the ride, but instead want to be a part of helping lead our community to where God is taking us. If that describes you, then this is an opportunity for you to be challenged and grow as a leader. If you would like to become a student leader, complete this application and turn it in to a youth staffer. After it is reviewed you will be contacted to schedule an interview with your youth pastor. WHO CAN BE A STUDENT LEADER? Student leadership is for mature students in 10th 12th grade who understand and want to commit to fulfilling the expectations of being a student leader (see page 2). OVERVIEW Student leaders will be invested in and challenged in a variety of ways. Once a month we will gather for Sunday lunch and learn some valuable leadership lessons as we share a meal. Other activities will include scripture memorization, trips/conferences, and experiences on various ministry teams. DATES The Fall 2017 quarter will run from September to December. Applications Due: September 10 Interviews: Week of September 10 (For new student leaders) *You will be contacted to schedule your interview Leader Lunches: Sunday, September 17, 1-2:30 pm Sunday, October 8, 1-2:30 pm Sunday, November 12, 1-2:30pm December 3: Christmas Party *CURRENT STUDENT LEADERS TAKE A RENEWAL FORM INSTEAD* 3
OVERVIEW OF THE FALL What will it look like? Here s what we have planned: Monthly Leadership Lunch Each month we will have lunch together, get to know each other, and grow in our understanding of leadership. (See dates on page 3) Wednesday Serving Student leaders will be involved in various areas on Wednesday nights. Each student will choose an area where they can use their gifts, talents, and strengths, to lead. Scripture Challenge As student leaders you will be given a challenge and encourage one another to work through as much of it as possible. The challenge will include scripture reading, memorization, and even memorizing the order of the books of the Bible. Student Leader Conference We ll be going to the Student Connexion our Student Leader conference. Cost is $25 (includes lodging, transportation, meals, and registration.) Dates: November 3-4 Book This Fall we will read one book as group: Overflow by Scotty Gibbons. Please purchase this book before the first group meeting. Cost: $5 Pages: 112 4
STUDENT LEADER EXPECTATIONS Citizens Student Ministries WHAT ARE THE EXPECTATIONS OF A STUDENT LEADER? As a student leader you will be expected to Spiritual Expectations have a growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ. commit to spiritual growth through individual and group study of the Bible. have a desire to be a servant leader in any way that you can. Leadership Expectations commit to and be consistent in a particular ministry team. be a positive role model in our youth community with your behavior and attitudes. welcome and respond well to personal accountability from youth staffers. communicate with your youth pastor if you will be absent from a leadership meeting. Time Commitment Expectations make Citizens gatherings a priority on Wednesday nights (unless you ve made prior arrangements with your ministry team leader). regularly attend Sunday gatherings, including The Academy. faithfully attend the monthly student leadership lunches. 5
MINISTRY TEAMS Where will you serve? Below, you will find various roles that you can fill in our youth ministry. Please put a check next to the team(s) on which you are interested in serving. Wednesday Teams WELCOME TEAM The welcome team helps make Citizens the friendliest and most welcoming place in town by greeting students and helping new students connect. CITIZENS LOUNGE Leaders in the lounge serve others by selling candy and soda and help make new students feel welcome by giving them our VIP treatment with some free treats. PRODUCTION TEAM These leaders make our gatherings happen! They set up during our pregathering, help do things like offering and communion, and assist in breakdown. MUSICAL WORSHIP This team leads our 678 and Wednesday night gatherings in musical worship through singing and playing instruments. SERIES PLANNING & DESIGN TEAM This team helps create sermon illustrations and creative stage setdesigns for new sermon series. MEDIA These leaders do all things media. They run the sound and light boards, take photos, and help promote Citizens on social media. midweek AFTER SCHOOL INTERNS This year there are several positions available for those who want to intern, including Kids Admin, Nursery Admin, TRIBES Coordinator, & Youth Follow Up Sunday Teams LPC KIDS Help put on gatherings for elementary age students NURSERY Take care of beautiful babies, ages 0-4. MEDIA TEAM Have fun learning how to run cameras, powerpoint, live streaming, and more. GREETING TEAM The friendliest people in the building who let everyone know they're welcome with a big smile and warm greeting. 6
Student Leadership Application FIRST THINGS FIRST: (please write neatly) Name: Street Address: City: Zip Code: School: Grade: Date of Birth: / / Parents Phone: Your Phone: Parents E-mail Address: Your E-mail Address: How often do you check e-mail? What social media profiles do you have? List them and indicate the handle for those sites: A FEW QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR FAMILY: Are your parents supportive of your Christian lifestyle? Always Sometimes Rarely No, never Do your parents regularly attend a church? Yes Sometimes No If yes, where? Mom s Name: Dad s Name: Step Mom: Step Dad: With whom do you live?: _ Briefly describe your home life. Include attitudes in your home, feelings you have, how well you get along with your parents and siblings, etc 7
A FEW QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR LIFE: List any activities you are involved in during the school year besides school. (i.e: sports, plays, clubs, etc.) Fall Winter Spring What are you good at? What are you passionate about? Describe yourself as a student. What are your study habits, your goals regarding grades, etc. What do you want to do after you graduate high school? Do you work? If so, when and where? Do you foresee work conflicting with your involvement in student leadership? Are you dating anyone right now? If so, please indicate their name, their age, and how long you ve been going out. Please briefly describe your relationship and how supportive your parents are of it. 8
If you re not dating anyone right now, what is your personal view on dating in high school? A FEW QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS: When did you first confess your sins and surrender your life to Jesus? Has there been a time when you grew significantly in your understanding of the gospel? Have you gone public with your faith through baptism? How would you describe the current condition of your relationship with God? (What are your spiritual habits? (Bible reading, prayers, singing, etc.) How has your faith grown in this last year? What are some things God has taught you recently? 9
In what ways would you like to grow in your faith? NEXT STEPS: What is one thing we can do better as a youth ministry? Can you commit to the expectations of a Citizens Student Leader and are you willing to be held accountable to them? Yes Not at this time Your Signature: Parent s Signature: Pastor s Signature: 10