Date & Time form turned in: ________________ Youth’s Name: ___________________________ 2015 VBS Teen Leader Application Welcome to Parish Ministry! We are happy and excited that you are joining us as part of the O.L.O.L. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL (VBS) program as a youth volunteer! As a youth volunteer you are expected to represent your parish and diocese well during this event. Recall that you are a witness for your church to the children and adults that will attend the event and we ask you to project an image of Christian consideration, sensitivity, and respect to everyone and to the property around you. We are confident you will display the maturity, responsible leadership and character, which have become the trademark qualities of Catholic youth ministry. (Please answer these questions and reflect on the “why” you would like to be a part of this week) Please answer completely and honestly. You may attach additional sheets of paper if needed. 1) Why do you want to help serve in VBS? 2) Where does Jesus Christ fit into your life? No matter how old we are, we must always be striving to know Him better. How are you taking steps to give Jesus a more prominent role in your life? What do you think this has to do with being a part of the VBS Teen Leadership Team? Page 1 of 2 Read before answering – Matthew 18:1-6 3) Christ valued the open and vulnerable faith of children. What does this passage tell you about your role as an example and teacher for young children? In what ways do you think your faith can grow by ministering to young children? Read before answering – Matthew 25: 14-30 4) We have each been given gifts from God in the very person of who we are. How can you use your gifts to lead VBS children closer to Christ? Page 2 of 2