Dear Friend,

Thank you for being willing to be “fervent in spirit, serving the Lord” (Romans 12:11). At First
Baptist Church Naples we believe that our purpose is not to have and to hold but to give and to
serve. Of course, no one is more worthy of our devotion than the Lord Jesus Christ. Thank you
for your willingness to serve in one of our ministries. Naturally, volunteers are vital in our
church.

Since working with our preschoolers, children, youth or in transportation denotes a high level of
trust and responsibility, it is very important that you share our convictions and commitments.
Therefore, we are asking you to sign a Ministry Volunteer Covenant and to affirm our church’s
Statement of Faith.

With the safety and welfare of our children being of utmost importance, background screening
and fingerprinting is necessary for this volunteer position. We cannot have lower standards than
those in the world. The enclosed packet provides vital information to assist our ministries. All
of our ministerial staff (myself included) have complied with this necessary precaution. It is
done by the church with no cost to you. Please be assured that all screening information will be
held in confidence.

We are grateful for the opportunity to serve the Lord with you and furthering His kingdom in
southwest Florida.

Grace and peace,

Dr. Hayes Wicker

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 VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

Thank you for considering the use of your gifts in volunteer service at First Baptist Church Naples. The
coordination of volunteers is a great task; however, lives will not be touched without the support of our
volunteers. We thank you in advance for your time in completing all applicable forms.

Today’s Date _________________________

Name (Last)________________________(First)____________________(M.I.)______
Present Address ________________________________________________________________
City, State, Zip _________________________________________________________________
E-Mail Address _________________________________________________________________
Home Phone (_____)__________________ Alternate Phone (_____)____________________
Date of birth (Month, Day) ____________________
Occupation _________________________________________________________________
Employer _________________________________________________________________
Work Phone ________________________
Spouse’s Name (if applicable)_____________________________________________________________
Are you a member of First Baptist Church Naples?
_______ Yes (If yes, please indicate how long: _______ Years _______ Months)
_______ No (If no, name and address of Church where you currently are a member)
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Churches attended in the last five years (if applicable):
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________

Church volunteer experience, where (what church) and when (use back of this form if necessary):
1)___________________________________________________________________________________
2)___________________________________________________________________________________
3)___________________________________________________________________________________

Name of Emergency Contact:

_____________________________________________________________
Relationship: ____________________________________ Phone: (____)__________________________
Do you have any injury/disability/health factor that might limit or restrict your involvement in ministry
activities, or impact the health of others, such as communicable diseases or physical limitations:
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Do you consume alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs? Yes No
Please explain: _______________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
I have OR have never been charged or convicted of a criminal act (does not include traffic
violations, except DUI). If have, please explain in the space provided:____________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________

Verification of Photo ID

Photo ID: (Type) ___________ (Number) ____________________________ (State) _____________

Verified by: _________________________________ Date: __________________________

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 CHRISTIAN BACKGROUND

Please briefly describe your salvation experience in the space provided (use back of this
form if necessary).

Please CAREFULLY READ the following information explaining the procedure for
Child Abuse/Child Neglect Reporting:

If a child reports child abuse or child neglect to a ministry worker, the ministry worker (volunteer) shall
follow these guidelines:
1. Do not panic or overreact to the information reported.
2. Do not challenge, argue with, refute, or criticize the child, or state to the child any conclusion
that the child drew was simply wrong or misunderstood what actually happened.
3. In every way, respect the privacy of the one who made the report. Be sure that any discussions
concerning child abuse or child neglect take place at a location which is strictly private and where
no other persons can overhear the discussion.
4. The ministry worker shall not disclose the name of the child or any information concerning the
reported child abuse or child neglect to any individual other than the Director of Children’s
Ministry, Director of Preschool Ministry, or the Associate Pastor of Church Administration. The
ministry worker shall not disclose any such information to any other ministry worker. Such
information must be kept strictly confidential.
5. Be very sensitive to the emotional needs of the child and try to relieve the stress and anxiety
which accompany an abuse situation.
6. The reporting child should be encouraged to repeat the same report to the Director of Children’s
Ministry, the Director of Preschool Ministry, or the Associate Pastor of Church Administration.
The reporting child should be told that the reporting of abuse is the right thing to do.

I have read and understand the above procedures for reporting Child Abuse/Child Neglect.

_______________________________________ ______________________
Signature Date

Please Read Carefully!

I understand that I am volunteering to work with preschool, children, and youth; therefore First Baptist
Church Naples will be performing a background search of records including, and without limitation, court,
criminal, and driving records, as well as references. By signing below, I am acknowledging my
understanding of these policies, that I am signing as an act of my own free will and that I consent to the
search of such records. If, at any time while holding a position in any of the above mentioned
departments, I am accused and/or convicted of any crime, I will immediately notify the director of the
ministry in which I am serving. A facsimile or photocopy of this authorization shall be as valid as the
original. I release any individual, church, official, reference, or other person or organization, collectively
and individually and whether or not mentioned in this application, from any and all liability for any
damages that may at any time result to me, my heirs or family, from the compliance or attempts to
comply with this authorization, with the exception of the communication of knowingly false information.

_____________________________________________________ ________________________
Signature Date

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 MINISTRY VOLUNTEER COVENANT
Understanding that “to whom much is given, much is required;” and not wanting to hinder
another person’s growth, or to quench the work of the Holy Spirit; and in order to join God in
His work and be a role model to those God has given us to lead; we covenant together as
volunteers of First Baptist Church Naples to do the following:

1. To always be prepared to do the best of our abilities for the ministry God has given us.

2. To faithfully fulfill the responsibilities we’ve committed to.

3. To always support our church leaders at First Baptist Church Naples not receiving
accusations against them without proper biblical steps being taken.

4. To guard our lips in a way that honors Christ; not giving ourselves to gossip, backbiting,
lying, negative and critical words, or the tearing down of others.

5. To faithfully uphold the doctrines, beliefs, and covenants of First Baptist Church Naples.

6. To participate in training opportunities as they are made available.

7. To be a good steward of our bodies and a good example to others by refraining from
participating in sinful habits that are prohibited by Scripture.

8. To be actively involved in the life and ministry of First Baptist Church Naples.

9. To develop a “time alone with God” each day in order to keep our fellowship with Christ
fresh and viable.

10. “…whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” I Corinthians 10:31

SIGNED: ______________________________ DATE: _____________

First Baptist Church Naples

Statement of Faith Acknowledgement

Please carefully read the attached statement “Our Beliefs” and indicate below your
degree of support.

_____ I fully support the Statement as written without mental reservations.

_____ I support the Statement except for the area(s) listed and explained on a
separate paper. The exceptions represent either disagreements or items for which I
have not yet formed an opinion or conviction.

Signature: ___________________________________________________

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 PERSONAL REFERENCE 1

To Be Completed By Applicant *NOTE: EXCLUDE PASTORAL STAFF OF FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH NAPLES
Name of Applicant ______________________________________________________________________
Name of Personal Reference ______________________________________________________________
Personal Reference Address ______________________________________________________________
Personal Reference Phone ________________________________________________________________

To Be Completed By Church Representative

Name of Church Representative ___________________________________________________________
First Baptist Church Naples, 3000 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples, FL 34109 (239) 597.6057
____________________________________ has applied to serve in the ___________________________
Name of Applicant Name of Ministry
ministry of First Baptist Church Naples. Please answer the following questions, adding any information
you feel would be helpful in our consideration of this applicant. All information will be kept in confidence.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
To Be Completed By Personal Reference
1. How long have you known this person? ______________________ And in what capacity? _________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
2. What qualities do you admire in this person? ______________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
3. Have you ever observed this person in a similar capacity to the ministry in which he or she is applying?
_____________________________________________________________________________________
4. Would you leave someone you love in his or her care? ______________________________________
5. Do you know of any reason why this person should not work in the aforementioned ministry?
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
6. Comments: ________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
7. Please check where applicable:
Excellent Good Fair Poor
Leadership Qualities
Character
Promptness/Attendance
Self-Control
Cooperation with
others
“Common Sense”
Tact
Emotional Stability
Patience

8. Please record your overall evaluation of this applicant by circling your evaluation on the scale below:
EXCELLENT GOOD FAIR POOR
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Signature _____________________________________________________________________________
Please return in enclosed envelope.

****Office Use Only Method of Contact: Phone Letter In Person

****Staff Member Compiling Report: _______________________________________________________

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 PERSONAL REFERENCE 2

To Be Completed By Applicant *NOTE: EXCLUDE PASTORAL STAFF OF FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH NAPLES
Name of Applicant ______________________________________________________________________
Name of Personal Reference ______________________________________________________________
Personal Reference Address ______________________________________________________________
Personal Reference Phone ________________________________________________________________

To Be Completed By Church Representative

Name of Church Representative ___________________________________________________________
First Baptist Church Naples, 3000 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples, FL 34109 (239) 597.6057
____________________________________ has applied to serve in the ___________________________
Name of Applicant Name of Ministry
ministry of First Baptist Church Naples. Please answer the following questions, adding any information
you feel would be helpful in our consideration of this applicant. All information will be kept in confidence.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
To Be Completed By Personal Reference
1. How long have you known this person? ______________________ And in what capacity? _________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
2. What qualities do you admire in this person? ______________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
3. Have you ever observed this person in a similar capacity to the ministry in which he or she is applying?
_____________________________________________________________________________________
4. Would you leave someone you love in his or her care? ______________________________________
5. Do you know of any reason why this person should not work in the aforementioned ministry?
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
6. Comments: ________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
7. Please check where applicable:
Excellent Good Fair Poor
Leadership Qualities
Character
Promptness/Attendance
Self-Control
Cooperation with
others
“Common Sense”
Tact
Emotional Stability
Patience

8. Please record your overall evaluation of this applicant by circling your evaluation on the scale below:
EXCELLENT GOOD FAIR POOR
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Signature _____________________________________________________________________________
Please return in enclosed envelope.

****Office Use Only Method of Contact: Phone Letter In Person

****Staff Member Compiling Report: _______________________________________________________

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 PERSONAL REFERENCE 3

To Be Completed By Applicant *NOTE: EXCLUDE PASTORAL STAFF OF FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH NAPLES
Name of Applicant ______________________________________________________________________
Name of Personal Reference ______________________________________________________________
Personal Reference Address ______________________________________________________________
Personal Reference Phone ________________________________________________________________

To Be Completed By Church Representative

Name of Church Representative ___________________________________________________________
First Baptist Church Naples, 3000 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples, FL 34109 (239) 597.6057
____________________________________ has applied to serve in the ___________________________
Name of Applicant Name of Ministry
ministry of First Baptist Church Naples. Please answer the following questions, adding any information
you feel would be helpful in our consideration of this applicant. All information will be kept in confidence.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
To Be Completed By Personal Reference
1. How long have you known this person? ______________________ And in what capacity? _________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
2. What qualities do you admire in this person? ______________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
3. Have you ever observed this person in a similar capacity to the ministry in which he or she is applying?
_____________________________________________________________________________________
4. Would you leave someone you love in his or her care? ______________________________________
5. Do you know of any reason why this person should not work in the aforementioned ministry?
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
6. Comments: ________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
7. Please check where applicable:
Excellent Good Fair Poor
Leadership Qualities
Character
Promptness/Attendance
Self-Control
Cooperation with
others
“Common Sense”
Tact
Emotional Stability
Patience

8. Please record your overall evaluation of this applicant by circling your evaluation on the scale below:
EXCELLENT GOOD FAIR POOR
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Signature _____________________________________________________________________________
Please return in enclosed envelope.

****Office Use Only Method of Contact: Phone Letter In Person

****Staff Member Compiling Report: _______________________________________________________

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 <FOR OFFICE USE ONLY>

VOLUNTEER INTERVIEW FORM

Date ________________________ Applicant’s Name _____________________________________

Position Sought ________________________________________________________________________
Name and Title of Interviewer ____________________________________________________________
Select those questions that best suit your interviewing needs. Supplement these questions with your own
questions based upon the specific needs and circumstances of your church. Rate the candidate on a scale
of 1 to 10 for each of the interview categories listed below, with 1 being the lowest compatibility rating
and 10 the highest compatibility rating.

Preliminary Questions from Interviewer Notes:

Make certain you ask questions that clarify any
concerns that surface from the written application
form or from references.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Motivation for Volunteer Service Notes:

1. What interests you most about this position?
2. Why this particular position (and age group)?
3. What keeps you motivated?
4. What do you hope to get in return for your time
and effort?
5. What do you hope to achieve through your
work?
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Background Experience Notes:

1. When did you first become interested in this
work?
2. What’s been your experience in this area so far?
3. How have things gone in the past?
4. What have you learned so far that will suit you
well for this position?
5. Do you prefer working alone or with others?
6. Is there anything in your past that, if known,
could jeopardize this ministry?
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

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 Knowledge and Skills Notes:
1. In your opinion, what are the most important
skills needed for this position?
2. Of the skills you mentioned, which are your
strongest? weakest?
3. How prepared do you feel to take on the
responsibilities of this position?
4. What responsibilities could you begin tomorrow;
which ones require more time to learn?
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Personal Characteristics Notes:

1. How would you describe your personality?
2. What about your personality suits you best for
this position?
3. Describe what you value in a working
relationship with other volunteers.
4. How do you communicate your feelings and
ideas to others: (a) when things are going well; (b)
when problems or conflicts exist? Give examples.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Religious Background and Commitment Notes:

1. Tell me a bit about your own faith journey.
2. What spiritual practices play an important role in
your life?
3. In general, how are things going for you right
now?
4. How do your own personal commitments relate
to the commitments of this position?
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Additional Notes or Comments:

Initial Impression
______ Outstanding Candidate
______ Good Candidate
______ Possible Candidate
______ Weak Candidate

Signature of Interview ___________________________________________________________________

Date _________________________________________________________________________________

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 Our Beliefs

1) About God
God is the Creator and ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three persons:
the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three as the Trinity are co-equal and are
one God. They are the same in essence, but different in function.
Genesis 1:1, 26, 27, 3:22; Psalm 90:2; II Corinthians 13:14; I Peter 1:2

2) About Jesus
Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is co-equal with the Father. Jesus lived a sinless
human life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all. He arose from
the dead after three days. He ascended to Heaven and prays for His people continually.
He will return in the sky for His people and later come to the earth to judge and reign.
Isaiah 9:6; Matthew 1:22-23; John 1:1-5, 14:10-31; Acts 1:9-11; Romans 1:3-4; I
Corinthians 15:3-4; I Thessalonians 4:16-17; I Timothy 6:14-15; Hebrews 4:14-15, 7:25;
Titus 2:13-14

3) About The Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit is equal with the Father and the Son as God. He is present in the world
to make mankind aware of our need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian
from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living,
understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. The Christian seeks
to live under His control daily. He imparts spiritual gifts as He pleases and produces
spiritual fruit for both ministry and character. No one individual gift is given as a sign of
salvation or as the manifestation of the infilling of the Spirit. He baptizes us all into the
body of Christ at salvation, and wants to fill us repeatedly throughout our lives.
John 14:15-26, 16:7-15; Acts 1:8; I Corinthians 2:12, 3:16, 12:4-7, 13; II Corinthians
3:17; Galatians 5:22-25; Ephesians 1:13-14, 4:30, 5:18

4) About The Bible

The Bible is God’s Word to all mankind. It was written by human authors under the
supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth and authority
for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is totally inerrant and
infallible.
Psalm 12:6, 119:105, 160; II Timothy 1:13, 3:15-16; II Peter 1:20-21

5) About Mankind
We are all made in the spiritual image of God to be like Him in character. We are the
supreme object of God’s creation and love. Although mankind has tremendous
potential for good, we are marred by self-centeredness and sin. These have separated
us from God.
Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3-6; Isaiah 53:6, 59:1-2; Romans 3:23; John 3:16

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 6) About Salvation
Because of mankind’s lostness and separation from God, we need God’s gift of
salvation. We can never make up for our sin by self-improvement or good works.
Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can we be saved from
sin’s penalty. We turn from our sins in repentance and receive Christ by faith. We
believe that Jesus died on the cross for us and rose from the dead to purchase eternal
life. We are then born again and made into new creations.
John 1:12, 3:3, 14:6; Acts 20:21; Romans 1:4, 6:23; Galatians 3:26; Ephesians 2:8-9;
Titus 3:5

7) About Eternity
We were all created to exist forever. We will either exist eternally separated from
God by our sin or in union with God through forgiveness and salvation. The place of
eternal separation from God and ultimate judgment is called Hell. Heaven is the place
of perfect eternal fellowship and life with God. After our current life on earth, we
begin an eternity in Heaven or Hell.
Matthew 25:41; John 3:16; Romans 6:23; Revelation 20:15, 21:27; Hebrews 9:27

8) About Eternal Security

Because God gives us eternal life through Jesus Christ, the believer is secure in that
salvation forever. Salvation is maintained by the grace and power of God, not by the
self-effort of the Christian. The true child of God will persevere.
John 10:29; II Timothy 1:12; Hebrews 7:25, 10:10-14; I Peter 1:3-5; Ephesians 1:13-
14, 4:30

9) About The Christian Life

All Christians should be baptized in water by immersion following salvation. They
also must experience worship, nurture and service in a local church. It is also vital to
pray, study the Bible, observe the Lord’s Supper, witness, give, and live in obedience
and faith under the Lordship of Christ through the power of the Spirit.
Psalm 119:9-10; Malachi 3:8-10; Matthew 6:9-13; Acts 1:8, 2:41-42; Hebrews 10:25;
I John 3:21-22

10) About The Church

The church is composed of sincere believers and faithful followers of the Lord Jesus
Christ. It expresses itself both universally and locally. All Christians around the
world throughout the history of time compose the church universal. The local church
is a contemporary community expression of this larger body. It gathers regularly for
worship, instruction, fellowship, and service. Every believer is uniquely gifted by the
Holy Spirit helping the local church act as one body, representing Jesus Christ on
earth.
Acts 2:41-47; I Corinthians 12:12-13; Ephesians 4:4-6; Hebrews 10:25

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 11) About Church Ordinances
Baptism is the immersion of a believer in water in the name of the Father, Son, and
Holy Spirit. It is a symbolic act of obedience displaying the new believer’s faith in a
crucified, buried, and risen Savior. It also pictures the believer’s death to the old life
and resurrection to a new life in Christ Jesus.

The Lord’s Supper is a symbolic act of obedience whereby followers of Christ,

through the partaking of bread and the fruit of the vine, memorialize the death of
Christ, examine themselves spiritually, and anticipate His return.
Matthew 3:13-17, 26:1-29, 28:29-30; Acts 2:41-42, 8:35-39; Romans 6:3-5; I
Corinthians 10:16, 21, 11:23-29

12) About Last Things

Jesus promised to come again to receive His people to Himself for a time of
fellowship in Heaven. God, in His own time and in His own way, will bring the
world to its appropriate end. Jesus Christ will return personally and visibly to the
earth to judge the nations and rule on the earth. Believers, in their glorified and
resurrected bodies, will dwell forever with the Lord, while the lost will be punished
forever.
Isaiah 2:4, 11; Matthew 16:24, 27, 25:31-45; John 14:1-3; Acts 1:10-11, 17:31; I
Corinthians 15:35-38; I Thessalonians 4:13-18, 5:1-9; II Thessalonians 2:1-4;
Revelation 19:9-21:8

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