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GHCC SMALL GROUP LEADER WELCOME Thank you for your interest in serving as a Small Group Leader! We believe this is an incredibly exciting and rewarding opportunity. Investing in the lives of others by helping them become more like Christ can be time consuming but well worth the investment. We’re excited that God is leading you in this direction and look forward to helping you achieve all that He has in store for you. QUALIFICATIONS WORSHIP Christ-Centered – To be a Small Group Leader we ask that you be committed to declaring God’s worth by seeking to treasure Him above all else. Your desire should be to bring honor to the name of Christ by living a life of purity, integrity and truthfulness; your ambition, to be conformed into His image more and more each day. GROW Word-Saturated – A Small Group Leader is committed to growing in the knowledge of God. You are surrendered to the authority of the Bible, making it the supreme authority over your life. You are compelled to grow in your knowledge and understanding of His Word by allowing it to shape your attitude, perspective, thoughts and beliefs. SERVE Missional-Focused – A Small Group Leader is well aware of the life-changing power of the gospel and through their own personal encounter with Jesus, they are always ready to cultivate God honoring relationships both inside and outside the church. These relationships serve as opportunities to reflect God’s glory through genuine love and care. PURPOSE “GLORIFY GOD BY MAKING DISCIPLES WHO ARE COMMITTED TO FACILITATING SAFE AND CARING DISCIPLE- MAKING ENVIRONMENTS WHERE GOD’S WORD IS CLEARLY AND ACCURATELY COMMUNICATED.” 1

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SMALL GROUP LEADER

WELCOMEThank you for your interest in serving as a Small Group

Leader! We believe this is an incredibly exciting and

rewarding opportunity. Investing in the lives of others

by helping them become more like Christ can be time

consuming but well worth the investment. We’re excited

that God is leading you in this direction and look forward to

helping you achieve all that He has in store for you.

QUALIFICATIONSWORSHIP

Christ-Centered – To be a Small Group Leader we ask that

you be committed to declaring God’s worth by seeking

to treasure Him above all else. Your desire should be to

bring honor to the name of Christ by living a life of purity,

integrity and truthfulness; your ambition, to be conformed

into His image more and more each day.

GROW

Word-Saturated – A Small Group Leader is committed to

growing in the knowledge of God. You are surrendered

to the authority of the Bible, making it the supreme

authority over your life. You are compelled to grow in your

knowledge and understanding of His Word by allowing it to

shape your attitude, perspective, thoughts and beliefs.

SERVE

Missional-Focused – A Small Group Leader is well aware of

the life-changing power of the gospel and through their own

personal encounter with Jesus, they are always ready to

cultivate God honoring relationships both inside and outside

the church. These relationships serve as opportunities to

reflect God’s glory through genuine love and care.

PURPOSE

“GLORIFY GOD BY MAKING DISCIPLES WHO ARE COMMITTED TO FACILITATING SAFE AND CARING DISCIPLE-MAKING ENVIRONMENTS WHERE GOD’S WORD IS CLEARLY AND ACCURATELY COMMUNICATED.”

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EXPECTATIONSMINISTRY EXPECTATIONS OF A SMALL GROUP LEADER (SGL):

1. Provide a Safe and Caring Community

a. Model how to provide appropriate practical,

relational and spiritual care for each other.

b. Lead your group to become increasingly

committed to and skilled at relating to one

another in God’s love and God’s truth as

brothers and sisters in Christ.

c. Commit to personally praying for each

member of your group on a regular basis.

2. Maintain a Disciple-Making Environment

a. Seek to help your group members understand

where they are spiritually, what their calling

and gifting is, and how they can use those

gifts within the group and beyond.

b. Use approved study materials that will help

your group progress in spiritual maturity.

c. Regularly pray that God would rise up new

SGL’s from within your group and then work

with any potential SGL’s to take the necessary

steps to help them follow their calling into the

Small Group Ministry.

3. Participate in ongoing Small Group Leader Training

a. SGL’s will do their best to attend all three

annual SGL Trimester Training events or

assign another group member to attend.

b. SGL’s will do their best participant in our

weekly Sunday Leader Training opportunities

and invite all new leader prospects to attend

as well.

4. Help keep the churches database current

a. SGL’s will be required to perform all weekly

database obligations (attendance, follow

up on any new prospects, updating group

descriptions.)

b. SGL’s will respond in a timely manner to

SG Admin as to their group status at the

beginning of each trimester.

5. Work alongside your Small Group Pastoral Staff to

resolve any individual or group conflicts.

6. Work alongside your Small Group Pastoral Staff

when ending your term as a Small Group Leader.

APPLICATION PROCESS1. This MTA needs to be filled out and dropped off in

person to the Golden Hills Shepherding Center.

2. Small Group Admin (SGA) receives completed Ministry

Team Application (MTA) and forwards original to

Children’s Ministry to complete a background check.

3. SGA contacts the applicant’s references.

4. SGA sets up an interview between the applicant and

Small Group Coaches.

5. After the applicant completes interview and is

approved to be a Small Group Leader (SGL), SGA

contacts new (SGL) to set-up their Small Group Profile

in In-Fellowship database.

AGREEMENTI have read and understand the qualification, purpose

and expectations for serving as a Small Group Leader in

Small Group Ministries and commit to upholding them.

Signature

Date

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Golden Hills Community Church

MINISTRY TEAM APPLICATION (MTA)Note: This application is being used to help the church provide a safe and secure environment for children and youth who participate in our programs and use our facilities. You must complete all pages in BLACK or BLUE ink.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

First Name Last Name

Preferred Name/Nickname Gender M F Date of Birth / /

Address

City State Zip

Home Phone ( ) Cell Phone ( )

Email Work Phone ( )

Texting? Y N Preferred Method of Contact Best Time to Contact

Emergency Contact Name Phone ( )

SPECIALTY INFORMATION

Do you speak any foreign languages? Y N If so, please list:

What are your hobbies/interests?

What is/was your profession?

Training/Education Completed

FAMILY INFORMATION

Marital Status Single Separated Divorced

Married: Spouse’s Name Anniversary / /

Names of Children (age)

( ) ( )

( ) ( )

( ) ( )

M O N T H

M O N T H

D A Y

D A Y

Y E A R

Y E A R

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OFFICE USE

OK’d By:

Area:

Time:

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Certifications CPR and/or First-Aid Certified?

Do you know your spiritual gifts? Y N If so, please list:

CHURCH, MINISTRY & LIFE EXPERIENCE

When did you begin attending Golden Hills? Do you agree with the attached Statement of Faith? Y N

Are you a member of Golden Hills? Y N Have you been baptized? Y N

Have you participated in a Small Group? Y N If so, whose?

Why do you want to serve at Golden Hills?

Are you currently serving anywhere (in or out of church)? Y N If so, where?

Have you been involved serving anywhere before (in or out of church)? Y N If so, where?

What other churches have you been involved with previously?

Check the areas where you have experience in or out of church:

Evangelism

Discipling

Preaching

Children’s Work

Youth Work

Vacation Bible School

Leading Bible Studies

Hospital Visitation

Literature

Office Work

Typing

Accounting

Computer Operation

Marketing

I.T.

Computer Programming

Car Mechanics

Carpentry

Electrical

Bookkeeping

Medical/1st Responder

Law Enforcement (Active or Retired)

Photography

Videography

Teaching Conversational English

Print Production

Mentoring

Writing

Hospitality

Sewing

Teaching

Catering

Radio

Music: Vocal

Music: Instrumental

Drama

Art/Design

Sound/Lighting

Other

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PERSONALITY, LEADERSHIP, SPIRITUAL LIFE

Personality Traits—What best describes you? Please pick one, A or B, for each set.

Have high energy

Talk more than listen

Act, then think

Like to be around people a lot

Prefer a public role

Can sometimes be easily distracted

Prefer to do lots of things at once

Be outgoing and enthusiastic

Focus on details & specifics

Admire practical solutions

Notice details & remember facts

Be pragmatic—see what is

Trust actual experience

Like to use established skills

Like step-by-step instructions

Work at a steady pace

Make decisions objectively

Appear cool & reserved

Most convinced by rational arguments

Honest and direct

Value honesty and fairness

Take few things personally

Be good at seeing flaws

Be motivated by achievement

Argue or debate issues for fun

Like to have things settled

Take responsibilities seriously

Pay attention to time & am prompt

Prefer to finish projects

Work first, play later

Seek closure

See the need for most rules

Like to make & stick with plans

Find comfort in schedules

Have quiet energy

Listen more than talk

Think, then act

Feel comfortable being alone

Prefer to work ‘behind the scenes’

Have good powers of concentration

Prefer to focus on one thing at a time

Am self-contained and reserved

Focus on the big picture & possibilities

Admire Creative ideas

Notice anything new or different

Be inventive—see what could be

Trust gut instincts

Prefer to learn new skills

Like to figure things out by myself

Work in bursts of energy

Decide based on values & feelings

Appear warm & friendly

Are most convinced by how they feel

Diplomatic and tactful

Value harmony and compassion

Take many things personally

Be quick to compliment others

Be motivated by appreciation

Avoid arguments and conflicts

Like to keep options open

Am playful and casual

Be less aware of time and may run late

Prefer to start projects

Play first, work later

Have difficulty making some decisions

Question the need for many rules

Like to keep plans flexible

Want the freedom to be spontaneous

A B

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Please check which best describes you. (Taken from Belbin Associates)

Creative, imaginative, unorthodox; solves difficult problems

Extrovert, enthusiastic, communicative; explores opportunities; develops contacts

Mature, confident, a good chairperson; clarifies goals, promotes decision-making, delegates well.

Challenging, dynamic, thrives on pressure. Has the drive and courage to overcome obstacles.

Sober, strategic and discerning. Sees all options. Judges accurately.

Co-operative, mild, perceptive and diplomatic. Listens, builds, averts friction.

Disciplined, reliable, conservative and efficient. Turns ideas into practical actions.

Painstaking, conscientious, anxious. Searches out errors and omissions. Polishes and perfects.

Single-minded, self-starting, dedicated. Provides knowledge and skills in rare supply.

How do you respond to conflict?

How do you respond to stress?

How did you become a Christian?

Describe your walk with God

How are you growing in Christ?

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REFERENCE 1

Please give us the name of one adult who is NOT a relative, who knows you well (a year or longer), and can testify to your character. We cannot

process your application unless we have this information.

First Name Last Name

Relationship

Phone ( ) Email

Address

City State Zip

REFERENCE 2

Please give us the name of one adult who is a church-related contact (friend who has served with you or a pastor who knows you well) who can

testify to your character and ministry experience. We cannot process your application unless we have this information.

First Name Last Name

Relationship

Phone ( ) Email

Address

City State Zip

REFERENCE 3

Please give us the name of one adult who is a church-related contact (friend who has served with you or a pastor who knows you well) who can

testify to your character and ministry experience. We cannot process your application unless we have this information.

First Name Last Name

Relationship

Phone ( ) Email

Address

City State Zip

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LIKENESS USE WAIVER

I grant permission for Golden Hills Community Church to post photos or videos of my likeness on public websites, media outlets, print media,

and advertising, but understand that every effort will be made to avoid posting names.

I agree to the above.

Name (Print)

Signature

Date

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BACKGROUND CHECK This is a CONFIDENTIAL DOCUMENT. Access to information on this page is limited.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Due to changes in our society over the past years, we find it necessary to ask the following questions to safeguard the welfare of our children and youth, as well as our volunteers.

We ask the following questions as a means to ensure safeguards for our children and youth; and to open doors of healing for those who may have been traumatized.

1. Have you ever been convicted of or pleaded guilty to a crime? (If yes, please explain):

2. Have you ever sexually or physicially abused a child, or been accused of doing so? (If yes, please explain):

If you prefer, you may refuse to answer the next question, or you may discuss your answer in confidence with a pastor rather than answer it on this form. Answering “yes”, or

leaving the question unanswered will not automatically disqualify you from working with children and/or youth, but a pastor will give you a call to follow up.

3. Were you ever the victim of abuse or molestation as a minor? (If yes, please explain):

VOLUNTEER STATEMENT —READ CAREFULLY!

In consideration of the receipt and evaluation of this application by the church, I agree and represent that:

• The information contained in this application is correct to the best of my knowledge.

• I authorize any references, or any other person or organization, whether or not identified in this application, to give you any information (including opinions)

regarding my character and fitness for volunteer service. I hereby release any individual, church, denominational agency or official, reference, or any

other person or organization, inclusing record custodians, both collectively and individually, and whether or not identified in this application, from any

and all liability for damages of whatever kind or nature which may at any time result to me, my heirs, or family, on account of compliance or any attempts

to comply with this authorization, excepting only the communication of knowingly false information. I further state that I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THE

FOREGOING RELEASE AND KNOW THE CONTENTS THEREOF AND I SIGN THIS RELEASE AS MY OWN FREE ACT. This is a legally binding release, which I have

read and understand. I understand that I may consult with an attorney before signing this document. A facsimile or photocopy of this authorization shall

be as valid as the original. I further understand that a criminal records check may be conducted on me, and I consent to any such check.

I (check one of the following two options):

waive (don’t care to see any reference information)

do not waive (I might like to look at my personal references some day)

any right that I may have to inspect any information provided about me by any person or orgnization described above.

I have read and understand the above provisions, and agree to them.

Applicant’s Signature Date / /

Print Name

M O N T H D A Y Y E A R

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T H I S P A G E I N T E N T I O N A L L Y L E F T B L A N K

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Important—please type or print clearly

ORGANIZATION

Company Name Golden Hills Community Church

Address 2401 Shady Willow Lane

City Brentwood State CA Zip 94513

SUBJECT

First Name MI Last

Maiden or Alias Names Used

Social Security Number Date of Birth / /

Driver License Number State

Current Street Address

City State Zip

NOTICE AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Important—please read carefully before signing

N O T I C E R E G A R D I N G B A C K G R O U N D I N V E S T I G AT I O NOrganization may obtain information about you from a consumer reporting agency for volunteer purposes. Thus, you may be the subject of a “consumer report” and/or and “investigative consumer

report” which may include information about your character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and/or mode of living, and which can involve personal interviews with sources such

as your neighbors, friends, or associates. These reports may be obtained at any time after receipt of your authorization and, if you are accepted to volunteer, throughout your volunteer period.

You have the right, upon written request made within a reasonable time after receipt of this notice, to request disclosure of the nature and scope of any investigative consumer report. Please be

advised that the nature and scope of the most common form of investigative consumer report obtained with regard to applicants for employment is an investigation into your education and/or

employment history conducted by Clear Investigative Advantage LLC, 17000 Preston Road Suite 140, Dallas TX 75248, Tel: 888-242-2503 or another outside organization. This scope of this notice

and authorization is all-encompassing, however, allowing Organization to obtain from any outside organization all manner of consumer reports and investigative consumer reports now and, if

you are accepted to volunteer, throughout the course of your volunteer period to the extent permitted by law. As a result, you should carefully consider whether to exercise your right to request

disclosure of the nature and scope of any investigative consumer report.

New York applicants or employees only: You have the right to inspect and receive a copy of any investigative consumer report requested by Organization by contacting the consumer reporting

agency identified above directly.

A C K N O W L E D G E M E N T A N D A U T H O R I Z AT I O NI acknowledge receipt of the NOTICE REGARDING BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION and A SUMMARY OF YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAIR CREDIT REPORTING ACT and certify that I have read and understand

both of those documents. I hereby authorize the obtaining of “consumer reports” and/or “investigative consumer reports” at any time after receipt of this authorization and, if I am accepted to volunteer,

throughout my volunteer period. To this end, I hereby authorize, without reservation, any law enforcement agency, administrator, state or federal agency, institution, school or university (public or

private), information service bureau, employer, or insurance company to furnish any and all background information requested by Clear Investigative Advantage or another outside organization acting

on behalf of Organization, and/or Organization itself. I agree that a facsimile (“fax”) or photographic copy of this Authorization shall be as valid as the original.

Minnesota and Oklahoma applicants or employees only: Please check this box if you would like to receive a copy of a consumer report if one is obtained by the Company.

California applicants or employees only: By signing below, you also acknowledge receipt of the NOTICE REGARDING BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION PRSUANT TO CALIFORNIA LAW. Please check

this box if you would like to receive a copy of an investigative consumer report or consumer credit report if one is obtained by Organization at no charge whenever you have a right to receive such

a copy under California law.

Signature Date

Clear Investigative Advantage LLC, 17000 Preston Road Suite 140, Dallas TX 75248, Tel: 888-242-2503 Fax: 214-382-2732 www.CIAresearch.com [email protected]

VOLUNTEER GENERAL RELEASE FORM

M O N T H D A Y Y E A R

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NOTICE REGARDING BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

P U R S U A N T T O C A L I F O R N I A L AW

Employer (the “Company”) intends to obtain information about you from an investigative consumer reporting agency and/or a consumer

credit reporting agency for employment purposes. Thus, you can expect to be the subject of “investigative consumer reports” and “consumer

credit reports” obtained for employment purposes. Such reports may include information about your character, general reputation, personal

characteristics and mode of living. With respect to any investigative consumer report from an investigative consumer reporting agency

(“ICRA”), the Company may investigate the information contained in your employment application and other background information about you,

including but not limited to obtaining a criminal record report, verifying references, work history, your social security number, your educational

achievements, licensure, and certification, your driving record, and other information about you, and interviewing people who are knowledgeable

about you. The results of this report may be used as a factor in making employment decisions. The course of any investigative consumer report

(as that term is defined under California law) will be Clear Investigative Advantage LLC, 17000 Preston Rd. Suite 140, Dallas TX 75248, Toll-free:

888-242-2503. The source of any credit report will be Clear Investigative Advantage LLC, 17000 Preston Rd Suite 140, Dallas TX 75248, Toll-free

888-242-2403.

The Company agrees to provide you with a copy of an investigative consumer report when required to do so under California law.

Under California Civil Code section 1786.22, you are entitled to find out from an ICRA what is in the ICRA’s file on you with proper identification,

as follows:

• In person, by visual inspection of your file during normal business hours and on a reasonable notice. You also may request a copy of the

information in person. The ICRA may not charge you more than the actual copying costs for providing you with a soppy of your file.

• A summary of all information contained in the ICRA’s file on you that is required to be provided by the California Civil Code will be provided

to you via telephone, if you have made a written request, with proper identification, for telephone disclosure, and the toll charge, if any, for

the telephone call is prepaid by or charged directly to you.

• By requesting a copy be sent to a specified addressee by certified mail. ICRAs complying with requests for certified mailings shall not be

liable for disclosures to third parties caused by mishandling of mail after such mailings leave the ICRAs.

“Proper Identification” includes documents such as a valid driver’s license, social security account number, military identification card,

and credit cards. Only if you cannot identify yourself with such information may the ICRA require additional information concerning your

employment and personal or family history in order to verify your identity.

The ICRA will provide trained personnel to explain any information furnished to you and will provide a written explanation of any coded

information contained in files maintained on you. This written explanation will be provided whenever a file is provided to you for visual

inspection.

You may be accompanied by one other person of your choosing, who must furnish reasonable identification. An ICRA may require you to furnish a

written statement granting permission to the ICRA to discuss your file in such person’s presence.

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