International Missionary Application

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If you cannot complete this application in one session, scroll to "Save and Continue Later" next to the "Submit" button at the bottom of the page to finish at a later time.

General Information

LEGAL NAME*

As it appears on your US Passport.

Last Middle First

Name Preference

Name

T-Shirt Size*

Short Size*

Dress Shirt/Polo Size*

You will need to own a pair of khaki pants or khaki skirt to wear with your polo.

Permanent Mailing Address*

Street Address City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code

If You Are a College Student, Current School Address

Street Address City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code

Preferred Phone Number*

Alternate Phone Number

Preferred Email*

Parent's Email

Father/Guardian

Name Phone

Mother/Guardian

Name Phone

As the parent/guardian of the applicant, we are fully aware of the requirements of our child as he/she commits the summer of 2020 to the ministry of Sports Crusaders. We have read the policies and commitments they are making and agree to support them in this decision.

Guardian's Signature (if applicant is under 21) Applicant

Sports Information

What is your favorite sport you play?*

Would you be confident in teaching it?*

Yes
No

How many years have you played the sport?*

On Scholarship?*

Yes
No

What level of play did you compete?*

YMCA or the like
Competitive League
High School
College

Which sports are you interested in coaching?*

Basketball
Soccer
Volleyball
Baseball/Softball
Cheer

How many years have you played each sport?*

Basketball	Soccer	Volleyball	Baseball/Softball	Cheerleading

On a scale from 1-10, which sports are you confident in coaching?*

Basketball	Soccer	Volleyball	Baseball/Softball	Cheerleading

Indicate which sports you are willing to coach:*

Basketball
Soccer
Volleyball
Baseball/Softball
Cheer

Why do you like working with children and youth?*

Are you willing to work/serve with persons of other races or nationalities?*

Yes
No

Sports Crusaders is a racially diverse ministry where our missionaries are expected to see all people equal and as God's people. Discrimination or mistreatment of individuals based on race will be terms for automatic dismissal.

In what ways have you worked with them in the past?*

Interview Questions

Sports Crusader’s Staff is expected to live by a Biblically based, high moral standard of behavior. As an applicant, we want you to understand that a past problem with illegal activity, drugs, immoral relationships and the like, will not prevent you from being hired as a summer missionary provided:*

* It is determined your current convictions are strong and consistent with scripture. * A significant track record of obedient Christian living has been established. * All have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. There is no condemnation. * We promise to protect you and keep your information in the utmost confidentiality. * We ask for you to be honest in your answers.

I have read and agree to the above.

Have you been a Sports Crusader before?*

Yes
No

What Year?*

Please enter a number from 1900 to 2018.

Have you applied to be a Sports Crusader before?*

Yes
No

Briefly describe your reason for wanting to be a Sports Crusader*

Tell us any weaknesses you feel you have, especially in working with a team.*

List positive attributes you would bring to working with a team.*

Is there anything in your life that, if made known, would hinder your witness or be an embarrassment to your ministry or church? Please explain if so.*

What is your vocational call, and how do you anticipate sharing your faith through that call?*

Are you currently sharing your faith with others?*

Yes
No

Are you confident in how to share your faith?*

Yes
No

Do you need more training?*

Yes
No

The following questions can be answered offline on a separate document and uploaded (see below). If you choose to answer on a separate document, please indicate "See Attached" in the space provided.

Describe the meaning of the church and what it means to you.*

Briefly describe your concept of missions and why you desire to be a short term missionary.*

Discuss any matters with which you are occupied (family, financial, dating relationship, etc.) that could potentially claim your attention this summer.*

Describe your initial encounter with Jesus. Be specific about when you surrendered to His Lordship and accepted Him as your Savior. Include your life before Christ, who influenced and led you, when you accepted Him, and how your life has been changed because of your relationship with Jesus.*

Or attach your answer here.

Have you had a voluntary sexual relationship outside of marriage?*

Yes
No

Check the relationship that applies*

Heterosexual
Homosexual
Both

Have these relations taken place in the last 12 months?*

Yes
No

Have you engaged in pornography, including, but not limited to internet pornography?*

Yes
No

When was the last time you engaged in this activity?*

Who are you accountable to and what steps are you taking to overcome this sin?*

Anything else you want us to know about you?

Activity Information

Have you worked in this field in any capacity?*

Yes
No

Interested in an internship?*

Yes
No

List community, church organizations you belong to, offices held, and honors received:*

List activities you participate in at your current church:*

List ministry activities, involvement, leadership - Including all mission trips:*

Indicate your experience in Witnessing*

Leader	Participated	Sort of	Never	Willing to learn

Indicate your experience in Bible Study/Teaching*

Leader	Participated	Sort of	Never	Willing to learn

Indicate your experience in Missions Projects*

Leader	Participated	Sort of	Never	Willing to learn

Indicate your experience in VBS/Bible Club/Working with Children*

Leader	Participated	Sort of	Never	Willing to learn

Indicate your experience in Devotions*

Leader	Participated	Sort of	Never	Willing to learn

Indicate your experience in Recreation*

Leader	Participated	Sort of	Never	Willing to learn

Indicate your experience in Sharing Your Testimony*

Leader	Participated	Sort of	Never	Willing to learn

Medical Information

I, (applicant), understand Sports Crusaders does not pay expenses for life, medical, dental, or accident insurance. If an accident takes place while I am working for Sports Crusaders, I fully understand Sports Crusaders provides workers compensation. My insurance will be required to cover any additional expenses incurred. I also am fully aware that being a Sports Crusader may be physically demanding and entail a great deal of activity. I am confident I will be physically able to meet these demands with or without reasonable accommodation.*

Applicant Signature Guardian's Signature (if under 21)

Insurance Company*

Insurance Policy #*

Insurance Contact Person*

Emergency Contact's Name*

(If you are injured)

Emergency Contact's Phone*

Do you currently have or in the past had any medical conditions of which Sports Crusaders needs to be aware? Please list and explain.*

Do you have any allergies? You will be staying in homes of families who will be cooking for you. Please list any allergies you have.*

Have you ever been convicted of a crime?*

Yes
No

If yes, please explain:*

Have you used narcotics, hallucinogens, illegal drugs, or misused pharmaceutical drugs?*

Yes
No

If yes, please explain:*

Do you currently use tobacco products or have in the last 12 months?*

Yes
No

If yes, please explain:*

Do you currently use alcohol or used alcohol in the last 12 months?*

Yes
No

If yes, please explain:*

Commitment of a Christ-Centered Lifestyle

(As explained in the document, “Sports Crusaders Staff Covenant” attached at the end of the application)*

From the application process through the completion of service with Sports Crusaders, I commit to abstain from sex (unless married), alcohol, drugs, and behavior that is not edifying to Christ and this ministry. The following commitment form is to be signed and turned in with your application. It is a privilege to be called a Sports Crusader. Grace is God’s precious gift, but the expectation to be an example is required in word, conduct, faith, love and purity, (1Timothy 4:12). We hold the reputation and legacy of Christ’s ministry in high regard and expectation. Once a Sports Crusader, you are always a part of this family. Seriously consider your calling to this ministry prior to signing.

Applicant Signature Date

Personal References

Please provide the list of individuals who you have asked to recommend you as a summer missionary. Do not include yourself, relatives, or individuals, who do not know you personally. Give complete addresses for purposes of mailing and accurate phone numbers. We will be contacting them.

Pastor*

Name	Email	Phone	Mailing Address	Name of Church/City

Adult Friend*

Name	Email	Phone	Mailing Address

Professor/Teacher*

Name	Email	Phone	Mailing Address

Personal Friend*

Name	Email	Phone	Mailing Address

Employer*

Name	Email	Phone	Mailing Address

Sports Crusaders Staff Covenant

As representatives of Sports Crusaders we will:

Philippians 1:27

In our telephone conversations we will answer the phone, identifying our organization, being positive and with a “smile” on our face.
Our daily testimony will be of good character, in our dress, etiquette, finances, and all we do.
As we participate in camps, youth activities, invitations to speak in churches, we will dress to be recognized as Sports Crusaders wearing our shirts, name badges, in a business like/Sports Crusader attire or in sports uniform to conduct camps or interact with children.
If representing Sports Crusaders in ANY CAPACITY, we will dress so we can be recognized as Sports Crusaders. No short shorts, cut offs, or skirts, no cut out sleeves tops, 2 piece swimsuits, speedo, sports bras, tank tops, pajama bottoms, or yoga pants. If in doubt – DON’T.
If attending a dinner or activity with a church, present yourself either in coordinating uniforms, or nice casual attire. For example: Khaki shorts(or the like), collared shirt or nice t-shirt for guys. Appropriate sundress or matching short and top outfit for girls.

Ephesians 4:29

In our speech and actions we will be positive, confidential, and edifying one another.

Matthew 18:15-19

Reconciliation will be done Biblically. If you have an offense with a brother or sister, you are to go directly to them with your offense. You are not to include others.

Hebrew 10:25

Be actively involved in our local church.

I Corinthians 9:22

To connect, grow and engage in activities to help others come to know Jesus Christ.

Philippians 2:2
Be of like- mindedness in our philosophy of Sports Crusaders.

Through common ground, meeting others where they are.
Helping to grow others to come to know Jesus Christ.
Engaging others to know and share about Jesus Christ.

I Corinthians 9:7

To be actively involved in personal and collective fundraising for the ministry of Sports Crusaders.

I Peter 4:10, Romans 12:3-9:3

To adhere and be submissive to our role in the ministry of Sports Crusaders, using the gifts God has given us. Not thinking of ourselves more highly than others.

Philippians 4:8

Our thoughts are above reproach, “whatever is true, noble, right, pure, lively, admirable, if anything is excellent or praise worthy – think about such things.”

We Want to Know You

Tell us about you! We want to know what you like, don’t like, what makes you click, what doesn’t. Some of this information will go to your host churches and families.

Name

Birthdate

Favorite Bible Verse

Address & Translation

How can we pray for you?

Favorite Color

Favorite Restaurant

Favorite Drinks

Favorite Snacks

Favorite Sports Teams

Favorite Protein Bars

Meal Type

Mexican, Italian, American, etc.

Favorite Fruit

Favorite Candy

What can you absolutely not stand to eat?

What do you like to do for fun?

What do you like to do to chill?

What is a team activity you would like to do that helps you get to know people?

What is your personality type/how do you describe yourself?

What gets on your nerves?

What is your spiritual gift?

(I do not know) (I think I know) (I have done an inventory) (I will do an inventory at lifeway.com)

What is one thing you want people to know about you?

Famous Quote you identify with