Youth Covenant

GROUP COVENANT
A covenant is an agreed upon promise for the benefit of the whole group.

1 - Because we are friends and have a purpose for gathering together, we do things as one. When one person is missing we miss out on something, therefore BE ON TIME.

2 - Because none of us have money that we can freely throw away, personal possessions are important. Some people have sentimental value attached to certain things, therefore RESPECT OTHERS' PROPERTY.

3 - Because each one of us is created in the image of God, we believe life is sacred. Part of a Christian's responsibility is to protect others physically, spiritually, and emotionally. We also strive to build others up in confidence and love, therefore RESPECT OTHER PEOPLE – "GOLDEN RULE".

4 - * Because each one of us is created in God’s image, we do not want to destroy ourselves in any way. Therefore NO DRUGS, ALCOHOL, TOBACCO – EVEN FOR ADULTS.

5 - * Because our actions speak louder than words, we want to obey civil and federal laws. What we do says a lot, therefore NO ACTIVITY WHICH IS AGAINST THE LAW.

6 - * No Affection in Public or Private Shown, NO NAPPS. Boyfriends and/or girlfriends must not prevent one from socializing with the whole group.

7 - Because we want to become better friends with one another as a whole, NO ISOLATING OF SELF FROM GROUP. This means no GameBoys, personal CD players, cellular phones, beepers, etc. Each of us will participate in group activities, as decided by the group, with mind, body, and spirit.

8 - Because there is safety in numbers, we will stay in no less than THREE PEOPLE PER GROUP AT ALL TIMES. When a group (or individual) separates from the main group for any reason, an advisor needs to know. A time will be set for reuniting with the main group.

9 - Because we respect privacy, guys and girls will stay in separate rooms.

10 - Because we don't want to miss out on fun and want to have lots of energy for the next day, 12:00 MIDNIGHT LIGHTS OUT (unless initiated by advisors and approved by the group).

(*) - This indicates absolute boundaries, and if crossed, a parent or guardian WILL be called immediately and asked to come and bring you home at their expense.

By signing this covenant, you understand and accept it. If you break a covenant, then you have moved beyond the boundaries of the group. The advisors will strive for reconciliation between you and the group; however, the advisors may conclude that a parent or guardian needs to come and pick you immediately.

Parent Signature __________________ Youth Signature ____________________

(revised 11/00)

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