Well, here you are — applying for Chi Alpha leadership! You are probably pretty excited, maybe hopeful, and even a little nervous about it all. Trust us, we definitely understand.

The apostle Paul tells us in 1 Timothy that anyone who sets his or her heart on being a leader desires a noble task. Chi Alpha leaders serve sacrificially, but the benefits and rewards of servant leadership will continue on into eternity.

We are SO excited to walk with you in the great adventure of Chi Alpha leadership!

Please carefully read the Chi Alpha student leadership conduct agreement and our vision, mission, core values and beliefs.

After reading this, we invite you to apply below. Application deadline is April 11th at 11:59pm.

This year Chi Alpha staff and small group leaders will process your applications and conduct interviews based on those applications. Interviews will take place the week of April 14th. Please carefully read the outline below and come to your interview with any questions or concerns. We encourage you to bring up anything that you do not agree with or understand.

Dear Chi Alpha Student Leadership Applicant,

Leadership Agreement

Chi Alpha Student Leadership Application

We appreciate your involvement in Chi Alpha and your interest in serving in a leadership role in the ministry. This application is designed so you can:

Describe your relationship with God,
Share your experience in Chi Alpha and church, and,
Discuss your concept of leadership and availability to serve.

Chi Alpha Vision, Mission and Core Beliefs

Chi Alpha Student Leadership Conduct Agreement

Name

First Name

Last Name

Chi Alpha is a national Christian ministry affiliated with the Assemblies of God U.S.A. We are made up of both national bodies and local student groups, that share a common vision, mission, and set of core Christian beliefs. To maintain our Christian witness, we need leaders who embrace our conduct agreement, vision, mission, values, and beliefs in both their word and their actions. Please take a moment, and review our organizational statements in the link above.

Can you affirm Chi Alpha’s conduct, vision, mission, and core beliefs? Please comment.

Your Relationship With God

How long have you been a committed and active follower of Jesus?

In your own words, what does it mean to be a committed and active follower of Jesus?

Describe your personal devotional life in terms of consistency, content, and average amount of time. Please include something Jesus has been talking to you about or an area of recent personal growth.

How much of the Bible have you not read (please be specific)?

How does personal evangelism find expression in your life?

Have you been water baptized?

Describe what the work of the Holy Spirit looks like in your life? What does it mean to you to be “Spirit-Filled”?

Your Experience in Chi Alpha and Church

Describe the depth of your involvement in Chi Alpha, including how long you’ve been involved.

Describe how God has used Chi Alpha in your life.

How comfortable are you inviting your friends to Chi Alpha activities and small groups? Share the story of someone you invited in the past year.

Describe your church background prior to college.

What local church do you presently attend?

Leadership and Availability

What does it mean to be a Christian leader?

What has motivated you to seek a ministry leadership role with Chi Alpha?

What are two of your character qualities that you think will help you be a successful ministry leader?

What are two of your character qualities that you think will make leading a challenge?

To your knowledge, would anyone object to you being a leader? If so, why?

How many hours a week can you devote to serving as a ministry leader?

Are there other campus or community clubs/organizations in which you are involved? Do you have any specific responsibilities with these groups?

Will you have a part- or full-time job next term? If so, where and how many hours will you work a week?

Are you involved in a committed dating relationship? If so, do you see it compromising your commitment and availability to serve in leadership?

Just the Facts

Which social media networks do you actively use? Please provide links/social media handles to each platform you use.

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What is your current year in school?

What is your major/ minor?

What is your cumulative GPA?

Who is your current small group leader?

Finally

What questions do you have about Chi Alpha and/or our core beliefs?

I have read the Chi Alpha Student Leadership Conduct Agreement and the Chi Alpha Vision, Mission, Core Values and Core Beliefs.