_SWAT
MINISTRY TEAM
“…and a little child shall lead them.” Isaiah 11:6
__Dear Parents,
It is a privilege to serve and minister to you and your children. We don’t take the task lightly and have felt this is our true calling and commission from the Lord. We not only want to help lead your children but to also teach them to lead. We believe that children and youth are the church of today not just tomorrow. We need them today so therefore, we want your children to learn how to feed themselves spiritually.
We believe that children can not only have a real relationship with their Lord Jesus Christ, but that He uses them to minister. We also believe the younger a child is to begin this attitude in life, the more that attitude will become a life-long lifestyle. One of our motto's is: “It’s better to pre-pare then re-pare.” To accomplish this we have developed an opportunity for your students to join a discipleship/ministry team.
There will be some discipleship requirements in order to be a part of this team that involves scripture memory, servant projects, and domestic missions trips. We will be using the SWAT Discipleship program. The more requirements your child fills, the higher your child goes up in leadership and rank of responsibility.
Attached to this letter should be detailed information to assist you and your child in the decision making process. Please read carefully all of the commitments, and seriously consider your decision. We believe the commitment to this program should reflect very similarly to that of taking your child to school, enrolling your child in music lessons, or signing your child up for a sport. There may be times your child doesn’t “feel” like going, or would rather watch a show on TV, and it’s your commitment to this program that will help your child see that we have to push through those “feelings.” As you probably already know, pushing your child through this once or twice is usually all it takes to teach them this level of commitment. Of course we know that special things arise and we will be very understanding in those situations for we believe in the power of the family.
We appreciate your time and your consideration for this ministry. We hope that we will have an enjoyable time and see the fruit begin to produce in your children’s lives. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Much appreciation,
Lennette Deal
It is a privilege to serve and minister to you and your children. We don’t take the task lightly and have felt this is our true calling and commission from the Lord. We not only want to help lead your children but to also teach them to lead. We believe that children and youth are the church of today not just tomorrow. We need them today so therefore, we want your children to learn how to feed themselves spiritually.
We believe that children can not only have a real relationship with their Lord Jesus Christ, but that He uses them to minister. We also believe the younger a child is to begin this attitude in life, the more that attitude will become a life-long lifestyle. One of our motto's is: “It’s better to pre-pare then re-pare.” To accomplish this we have developed an opportunity for your students to join a discipleship/ministry team.
There will be some discipleship requirements in order to be a part of this team that involves scripture memory, servant projects, and domestic missions trips. We will be using the SWAT Discipleship program. The more requirements your child fills, the higher your child goes up in leadership and rank of responsibility.
Attached to this letter should be detailed information to assist you and your child in the decision making process. Please read carefully all of the commitments, and seriously consider your decision. We believe the commitment to this program should reflect very similarly to that of taking your child to school, enrolling your child in music lessons, or signing your child up for a sport. There may be times your child doesn’t “feel” like going, or would rather watch a show on TV, and it’s your commitment to this program that will help your child see that we have to push through those “feelings.” As you probably already know, pushing your child through this once or twice is usually all it takes to teach them this level of commitment. Of course we know that special things arise and we will be very understanding in those situations for we believe in the power of the family.
We appreciate your time and your consideration for this ministry. We hope that we will have an enjoyable time and see the fruit begin to produce in your children’s lives. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Much appreciation,
Lennette Deal
_SWAT TEAM
MINISTRY EXPECTATIONS
“…and a little child shall lead them.” Isaiah 11:6
_Spiritual Expectations
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I acknowledge that I have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ I do this by:
______________________________________ _________________ Your Signature Date signed
______________________________________ ____________________ Parent Signature Date signed
I acknowledge that I have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ I do this by:
- Asking Him to come into my heart and to forgive me of all my sins o Seeking to be filled with God’s Holy Spirit and moving in the spiritual gifts as listed in 1 Cor. 12:4-11
- Partaking in communion with my church when available
- Freely giving my testimony for I am a Student With A Testimony
- I desire to serve the Lord with my whole life, in words, actions and attitudes
- I am committed to spiritual growth through individual and group devotions
- I am willing to be actively involved in my church through attendance and attitude.
Behavioral Expectations ·- I am serious about my lifestyle because I know it tells others about my commitment to Christ ·
- I am committed to a lifestyle made up of choices that honor and please the Lord ·
- I am willing to remain teachable and willing to grow in my faith
Leadership Expectations ·- I am committed to be consistent in student leadership wherever I am needed ·
- I am committing to building relationships with other students in order to develop family ·
- I am willing to attend SWAT Team events and strive to facilitate unity in our group during these events ·
- I am committing to a positive role in the SWAT Team Ministries by my behavior and attitude
Practical Requirements and Commitments ·- I commit to service on the SWAT Team for a six month term ·
- I commit to attend weekly ministry team meetings when called as long as there is ample time to make arrangements and any practices I am required to attend based on the schedule. ·
- I commit to bringing my Bible & Journal to all services and to taking notes during services, while completing all ministry team assignments given me ·
- I have reliable, dependable transportation, and will be on time for all practices and events ·
My parents fully support my commitment to the SWAT Team program
______________________________________ _________________ Your Signature Date signed
______________________________________ ____________________ Parent Signature Date signed
