On what basis does Eikon Student Ministries approve someone to work with students? We invite into ministry only those applicants: (a) who are followers of Christ (b) who are church members of at least 1 year (c) who are 21 years of age or older (d) who have no previous conviction for sexual or physical abuse of children (e) for whom we receive positive responses from their personal and professional references (f) who support the philosophy of our student ministry (g) who authentically and consistently demonstrate Christ-like character, attitude, and actions. (h) who demonstrate a willingness to be led and a commitment to continue learning through leader's trainings/conferences (i) who LOVE students and desire to see God do a work in their lives
If background checks raise any questions, the individual will be asked to meet with the student pastor in regards to the questionable issues prior to being placed in a position relating to students.
Expectations:
If you are going to be an adult leader here at Eikon Student Ministries, we expect the following three things from you:
1. Intentional Relationship with God
Abide in Christ - John 15:5, “I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.” 2. Intentional Relationship with God’s Family
Abide with the Body - Hebrews 10:24-25, “And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works,not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.”
3. Intentional Relationship with Students
Abide with the Sheep - John 10:14, “I am the good shepherd. I know my own and my own know me”
How to apply?
If you want to apply for an Adult Leader position with Eikon Student Ministries, complete the following steps: 1) Thoroughly read through Our Vision and the Why EIKON page in our "About Us" section. 2) Thoroughly read through our Values and Beliefs on the Southview Baptist Church webpage. 3) Thoroughly read through the Requirements and Expectations for Adult Leaders listed above, and make sure that you qualify. 4) If you are in line with our Vision, Values, and Beliefs and you meet the Requirements and Expectations mentioned above, then contact Pastor Ryan for the next step.