Summer Trip to Alaska - Pastoral Reference

This reference is specifically for the Summer trip to Alaska.

Pastor, Lay Pastor or church leader:

Please complete this form online (preferred) or print out and mail to:
University Ministries
c/o Julia Styles Hastie
3225 W Foster Ave
Chicago, IL, 60625



The applicant is applying to serve on the staff at Covenant Bible Camp, which is located on the North River 15 miles upriver from the village of Unalakleet in western Alaska.  During this trip the applicant would be working with students ranging in age from junior high through high school as a part of a larger staff.
 
This reference is very important in the process of selecting staff for Covenant Bible Camp.  Your personal knowledge and recommendation of the application are significant factors considered in selecting staff.  Please answer all questions candidly and honestly.  The information provided on this recommendation will remain confidential.  The staff application deadline is February 14th.


Name of Applicant:

How long have you known the applicant?

In what capacity?


Please rate the applicants abilities to the best of your knowledge:

1=weak; 5=strong, n/a

Physical Capabilities:

 Able to function capably under rigorous conditions (late nights, early mornings, rustic environment-no indoor plumbing)

Relationships:

Able to communicate and work well with other adults
 Able to relate effectively with youth
 Able to relate well and initiate a relationship with new people
 Able to work with and care for people different from themselves

Personal and Spiritual Maturity:

 Conveys an open and teachable spirit
 Gives witness of a personal faith in Christ
 Can work effectively as a team player
 Displays high ethical and moral standards
 Able to be assertive when discipline or intervention is necessary

Please check all that apply:

 This person would serve well in a counselor position at camp
 This person would serve well in a non-counselor position at camp
 I would not recommend this applicant to serve at camp in any capacity
 

Other Comments:  




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