Section 4. Local Church Personnel
4.7 Volunteers
POLICY - In order to further the purposes of the church, several important functions are performed by church members acting in a volunteer capacity. Foursquare Gospel churches may appoint volunteers including assisting ministers (non-paid), deacons, elders, teachers, etc.
Application - All volunteers working with children and youth under 18 years of age are required to complete an application form. [Refer to Child & Youth Safety Guidelines Manual for additional information.] The application form should include:
Training - It is essential that all volunteers be given appropriate training in the performance of their duties.
Position description - All volunteers should be given a carefully considered written position description outlining their responsibilities, authority and accountability prior to the commencement of duties.
Review - Volunteers will be reviewed and their appointment may be renewed annually.
Application - All volunteers working with children and youth under 18 years of age are required to complete an application form. [Refer to Child & Youth Safety Guidelines Manual for additional information.] The application form should include:
- A criminal record check which includes vulnerable sector screening
- A copy of the applicant’s resume
- Testimony of faith
- Agreement with the FGCC statement of faith and standard of ethics
- References (follow up must be done)
Training - It is essential that all volunteers be given appropriate training in the performance of their duties.
Position description - All volunteers should be given a carefully considered written position description outlining their responsibilities, authority and accountability prior to the commencement of duties.
Review - Volunteers will be reviewed and their appointment may be renewed annually.
