RCC
FAMILY & STUDENT
MINISTER APPLICATION
Section 1: Personal Information
First Name
Last Name
Email
Phone Number
Address
Apartment, suite, etc.
City
State
Zip/Postal Code
Education Level
Link to Resume'
Section 2: Criminal Background
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor?
Yes
No
If yes, please explain.
Have you ever been accused or convicted of any offense involving minors?
Yes
No
If yes, please explain.
Do you currently, or have you in the past, struggled with any habitual sin (e.g., pornography, substance abuse, anger)? If so, how have you sought help, accountability, and healing through the gospel?
Are you willing to undergo a criminal background check as part of this application process?
Yes
No
I understand that as part of the application process for the Family & Student Ministry role, Reston Community Church may conduct a criminal background check and other relevant screenings to ensure the safety and well-being of its members, particularly children and students. By submitting this application, I authorize Reston Community Church or its designated representatives to perform background checks, contact references, and verify any information provided in this application. I also agree to provide additional information or documentation if required for these purposes. I certify that the information I am providing in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that providing false or misleading information may result in disqualification from consideration or termination of employment if hired.
Section 3: Spiritual Journey & Theological Alignment
Briefly describe your personal testimony. How did you come to faith in Christ?
How do you actively cultivate your personal relationship with God?
What excites you about working with Reston Community Church?
Reston Community Church is committed to gospel centrality, authentic community, passionate worship, and and missional living. How do these values resonate with your ministry philosophy and personal life? Provide examples.
How would you explain the gospel to a child, a teenager, and an adult? Provide a brief example for each.
Section 4: Ministry Experience & Philosophy
What is your experience leading Family or Student Ministry? (Include roles, responsibilities, and the size of ministries you’ve led.)
Describe your philosophy for discipling families and students. How do you equip parents to disciple their children at home?
How do you balance evangelism and discipleship in student ministry?
What role does Scripture play in your ministry planning and teaching?
Section 5: Leadership & Teamwork
Describe your leadership style. How do you develop and invest in volunteers?
How do you handle conflict within a ministry team? Provide an example.
How would you work alongside other church leaders to align Family & Student Ministry with the overall mission of the church?
Section 6: Community & Context
Northern Virginia is a diverse and transient area. How would you contextualize Family & Student Ministry in this region?
How do you engage with students and families who are culturally or ethnically different from your own background?
What steps would you take to create a welcoming and hospitable ministry environment for all families?
Section 7: Practical Skills
What experience do you have with curriculum selection and development for Family or Student Ministry?
How comfortable are you with using technology and social media to communicate and engage with families and students?
What experience do you have planning and leading events, retreats, or mission trips? Share some examples of a successful event you’ve led.
Section 9: References
Provide three references, including at least one pastoral reference and one ministry-related reference.
Reference #1
First Name
Last Name
Email
Phone Number
Nature of Relationship to Applicant
Reference #2
First Name
Last Name
Email
Phone Number
Nature of Relationship to Applicant
Reference #3
First Name
Last Name
Email
Phone Number
Nature of Relationship to Applicant
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