Upstate Kids Volunteer Application

Volunteer Onboarding Process

1. Application
2. Background Screening for Adult Leaders
3. Handbook Training
4. Online Safety Training for Adult Leaders
5. Shadow in Classrooms

Primary Campus or Gathering *

Phone number *

Birthdate *

Address *

Have you spoken to a member of the kids team to express your desire to serve in kids ministry? Please list the person you have spoken with if applicable. *

Are you applying as an Adult or Junior Leader? *

Junior Leaders are people ages 12-17. Adult Leaders are those who are at least 18 years old.

Adult Leader

Junior Leader

During which service would you like to serve? *

8:45am

10:00am

11:20am

6:00pm (Midweek)

Prep Team: Outside of Service Hours

Are you a member? Membership is required for serving in the Kids Ministry. To learn more about membership, register to attend one of our Getting to Know You events. Learn more at https://fbsimpsonville.org/happenings/. *

Yes

No

No, but I am interested in membership.

Tell us about your salvation story and current walk with the Lord. *

Why do you want to serve in Upstate Kids? *

When would you like to serve?

Sundays

Wednesdays

Special Events (Various Days)

Prep Team: Outside of Service Hours

Which age group would you like to work with? Check all that apply. *

Infants (0-12 Months)

Crawlers and Toddlers (12-24 Months)

2-3 Year Olds

4-6 Year Olds

Lower Elementary: 1st-3rd Grades

Upper Elementary: 4th-5th Grades

Haven Ministry

Other

Which roles interest you? Check all areas of interest. *

Small Group Leader

Assistant Small Group Leader

Large Group Leader (Host, Storyteller)

Greeter

Coach

Preschool Worship

Elementary Worship

VBS

Jingle Jam or Fam Jam

EggVenture

Revive and Thrive (Thursday Mornings)

Haven: A ministry to minister to children with varying needs.

Prep Team

Other

How often would you love to lead in kids ministry? *

Consistency is very important in the development of children and their families. Children feel secure and are able to learn and share when they have a consistent leader from week to week. Parents can build meaningful relationships with their children's leaders as they get to know them. Our goal is that each classroom has at least one person serving every week as a room leader to lead the class and develop a partnership with parents. How often would you like to serve?

Every week

Every other week

Once a month: Flex team members will serve when regularly scheduled leaders are out.

Other

Volunteer and Life Experiences: *

We seek to help leaders lead well. This is achieved by getting to know the experience level of our volunteers and pairing them with other volunteers to make strong teams. Describe any life or work-related experience you have had working with kids. Please know, there is a place for everyone, regardless of experience level.

Two References and Contact Information: *

Please provide the names and contact information of two adults unrelated to you who can provide you a reference to work with children. Only church staff will contact references. By providing references, you are giving consent for church staff to reach out to the people you have listed.

Baptist Faith and Message, 2000: *

It is important that kids ministry leaders communicate Biblical truth to children and families and faithfully represent the church as the body of Christ.

1. The Scriptures

The Bible is God's inspired, inerrant Word, revealing Himself and His plan of salvation. It is the final authority for faith and life.
References: 2 Timothy 3:16–17; 2 Peter 1:20–21; Psalm 119:105

2. God

There is one true and living God, eternal and all-powerful, who reveals Himself as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
References: Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14

3. Man

Humans are made in God’s image, created for fellowship with Him, but fall into sin and are separated from God without salvation.
References: Genesis 1:26–27; Romans 3:23; Psalm 8:3–6

4. Salvation

Salvation is by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, who redeems sinners through His death and resurrection; it includes regeneration, justification, sanctification, and glorification.
References: Ephesians 2:8–9; Romans 5:1; John 3:16; Romans 8:29–30

5. God’s Purpose of Grace

God’s grace in election is His loving choice to save sinners, securing their perseverance in faith through His power.
References: Romans 8:28–39; Ephesians 1:4–5; John 10:28–29

6. The Church

The Church is the body of Christ, made up of baptized believers, who gather for worship, teaching, fellowship, and mission.
References: Matthew 16:18; Acts 2:41–47; 1 Corinthians 12:12–27

7. Baptism and the Lord’s Supper

Baptism is by immersion and symbolizes faith in Christ's death and resurrection; the Lord’s Supper is a memorial of Christ’s sacrifice.
References: Romans 6:3–5; Matthew 28:19; 1 Corinthians 11:23–26

8. The Lord’s Day

Sunday is the Christian day of worship and rest, commemorating Christ’s resurrection and practiced through worship and devotion.
References: Acts 20:7; Revelation 1:10; Hebrews 10:25

9. The Kingdom

God’s Kingdom is His sovereign rule over all creation and especially in the hearts of believers, to be fully realized in the new heaven and earth.
References: Matthew 6:33; Romans 14:17; Revelation 11:15

10. Last Things

God will bring history to its appointed end: Christ will return, the dead will be raised, and the righteous will live eternally with Him.
References: 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18; Revelation 21:1–4; John 5:28–29

11. Evangelism and Missions

It is the duty and privilege of all Christians to share the gospel and make disciples of all nations.
References: Matthew 28:19–20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:13–15

12. Education

Christians should promote education that integrates biblical truth, helping believers grow in wisdom and holiness.
References: Proverbs 1:7; 2 Timothy 2:15; Deuteronomy 6:6–7

13. Stewardship

All we have is from God, and we are called to use time, talents, and possessions for His glory and the good of others.
References: Malachi 3:10; 2 Corinthians 9:6–8; Matthew 6:19–21

14. Cooperation

Churches should unite in love and truth for greater kingdom impact, while maintaining local autonomy under Christ.
References: Philippians 1:5; 1 Corinthians 3:6–9; Acts 15

15. The Christian and the Social Order

Believers should seek justice, love their neighbor, and stand against sin and oppression in society.
References: Micah 6:8; Matthew 5:13–16; James 1:27

16. Peace and War

Christians are to pursue peace, but may serve in war if it promotes justice and protects the innocent.
References: Matthew 5:9; Romans 13:1–4; Ecclesiastes 3:8

17. Religious Liberty

Every person has the right to religious freedom and should be free to worship according to conscience without coercion.
References: Matthew 22:21; Romans 13:1–7; Acts 5:29

18. The Family

God designed the family as the foundational institution of society, where marriage is between one man and one woman, and parents are to nurture their children in the Lord.
References: Genesis 2:24; Ephesians 5:22–33; Deuteronomy 6:6–9

Baptist Faith and Mission, 2000. http://www.sbc.net/bfm2000/bfm2000.asp

I have read and agree with the Baptist Faith and Message, 2000.

Other

Background Check and Abuse Policies: *

Background Check and Sexual Abuse Policies: To complete this section, you will be sent an email link with the background check. You will not be able to begin serving until the screening is complete.

I understand and will complete the screening as soon as possible.

I am not 18 years old. No background screening is required.

Other

What size volunteer shirt would you like? All shirts are adult sizes.

Small

Medium

Large

XL

XXL

XXXL

Thank you so much for your willingness to serve. We are excited for you to join our team. We will be in touch shortly to schedule a meeting. If you have any questions, please list them in the space below.