Short Term Team Application

“Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

Matthew 28:18-20

Application Process:

Complete the application and submit. Husband and wife must submit separate forms.
Two references must be completed for each applicant.
Once completed applications and references are submitted, the application will be evaluated and a decision made.
You will be notified as soon as a decision is made.

Basic Requirements to be on a team:

You are at a spiritually healthy place in your life.
You have been at Grace Community Church for 6 months before applying.
You are or have recently been involved in an area of ministry at Grace.
You don’t have significant overdue bills or unpaid debts (excluding normal house/car payments).

Questions? Contact Matt Patrick directly at mattp@gracecc.net

Personal/Health Information

Name

First Name

Last Name

Short Term Team Name

Address

Address 1

Address 2

City

State/Province

Zip/Postal Code

Country

Age

Birthday

YYYY

Do you have US Citizenship?

Passport #

Date Issued

Date Expires

School Status

Marital Status

NOTE: If separated or divorced, please explain circumstances.

Explain Here.

Health

Please list any allergies, recurring health problems, or physical conditions that might affect your involvement in team activities (e.g. hay fever, migraine headaches, hearing loss, back, foot, or ankle problems, etc.)

Are you on a special diet?

Yes or No. If Yes, explain.

Are you struggling with, or have you dealt with, any eating disorders?

Yes or No. If Yes, explain.

Do you have health insurance that will provide coverage during your time with the team?

NOTE: You must have insurance to be part of a team

Do you have overdue bills or unpaid (past due) debts?

Yes or No. If Yes, explain.

Spiritual Growth and Personal Activities

Write a Paragraph or two for each of the following questions.

a. What was your life like before you became a Christian? b. What were the circumstances leading you to Christ and/or who lead you to Christ? c. What convinced you that the gospel of Christ is true? d. How has your life changed since becoming a Christian? e. Describe how you have grown in your relationship with Christ.

Why are you interested in a Short-Term team?

In the last 6 months, have any of the following been a weakness or struggle for you? Smoking, alcohol, illegal drugs, or the reading or viewing of pornographic material

Yes or No. If Yes, explain or be prepared to discuss your answer with a team leader.

How many years have you been attending Grace Community Church?

List some of your recent ministry involvement at Grace Community Church.

Please briefly answer the following:

a. Do you have any specialized training? (medical, dental, construction, etc.) b. Do you have any specialized talents? (musical instrument, speaking, drama, etc.) c. Do you have any experience in leading songs? When & Where?

If you are under 18: Have you discussed your desire to participate in a short-term team with your parents?

Do you understand that each team will have a training program and your participation will require a commitment to meeting faithfully with your team and follow through with assignments given?

NOTE: This will probably mean meeting one night a week, starting at the end of February, for training.

Yes

Do you understand that you are responsible for raising the entire balance of your financial support for the team?

NOTE: In some circumstances Grace Community Church may subsidize a portion of the team costs but that can't be counted on.

Yes

Signature and Date

Signed

Date