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Guide to all things you need to know about being a part of the Rock City Kids team.
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2015 TEAM MEMBER GUIDE
WELCOME TO THE TEAM
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
04 MISSION AND VISION
06 ACCOMPLISH THE MISSION
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12 SAFETY
18 COMMON LANGUAGE
22 FAQS
Together we are building a strong foundation for the years to come to see God work in ways that we can’t even imagine. I am excited to do this with you and want to say thanks! Thanks for dedicating your time, making sacrifices and serving those around you. Thanks for making a difference and thanks for saying “YES” to the next generation.
The best is yet to come!
TEAM COMMITMENT
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MATT GEORGE
// CHILDREN’S [email protected]
MISSION AND VISION
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Rock City Kids exists to train up children in the way they should go (Proverbs 22:6), so they will run
to Jesus, form meaningful relationships within their church, and invite those around them into their
experience. We believe that no matter how young you are, you can make a difference in this world - both
locally and globally.
TO REACH THE UNCHURCHED AND AWAKEN THE SPIRITUALLY
RESTLESS TO LOVE GOD AND LOVE PEOPLE BY ENGAGING
KIDS AND EMPOWERING FAMILIES.
ON THEIR LEVEL TO LOVE GOD AND LOVE PEOPLE
WHY WE EXIST. . .
ACCOMPLISH THE MISSION
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BEYOND OUR WALLS
WORSHIP EXPERIENCE
AGE-APPROPRIATE TEACHING
THAT INCLUDES INTERACTIVE
MUSIC, PRODUCTION, ETC.
AN ENVIRONMENT THAT SUPPORTS THE
GROWTH OF MEANINGFUL RELATIONSHIPS
THROUGH LIFEGROUPS, ACTIVITIES, GAMES,
ETC.
THE OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE AND
GIVE THROUGH INITIATIVES SUCH
AS THE BACKPACK GIVE, THE SHOE
GIVE, HOMELESS MINISTRY, CHILD
SPONSORSHIPS, ETC.
ENGAGING IN COMMUNITY
THE ROCK CITY KIDS EXPERIENCE
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Through our focus together on combining these 3 areas together into one amazing experience for the kids.
TEAM COMMITMENT
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I COMMIT TO BE PHYSICALLY AND MENTALLY PRESENT.
While serving on Sunday morning, giving 100% is crucial to the structure and culture of Rock City Kids. We have high expectations but
want to make it easy for you to serve and work around other life happenings. Try your best to figure out your schedule in advance and
submit your availability on a series basis. If you have committed to be there on a Sunday, you need to be there! If an emergency or
unusual circumstance occurs, make every effort to notify your Kids Campus Coordinator as early as possible to work with them to find a
replacement.
LENNOX SUNDAYS - 9:00AM, 10:45AM, AND 12:30PM
REGAL SUNDAYS - 9:00AM, 10:45AM
FAWCETT SUNDAYS - 9:00AM, 10:45AM, 4:30PM, AND 6:15PM
ATTENDANCE
I COMMIT TO BE SPIRITUALLY ACCOUNTABLE TO MY LEADERS, KIDS DIRECTORS, AND PASTOR MATT.
One of the best parts of doing ministry together is that God works through us as a group using the unique gifts and abilities he has given
us individually. Receive feedback gracefully and have a willingness to accept suggestions that come from other leaders. We must be
consistently open to ideas for all areas of Rock City Kids, from the Worship Experience, to Engaging in Community, and Beyond Our Walls
in order to develop new leaders and effectively carry out our mission.
ACCOUNTABILITY
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TEAM COMMITMENT
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I COMMIT TO BE AWARE OF CHANGING PROCESSES AND PROTOCOLS WITHIN ROCK CITY KIDS AND
WILL REMAIN COMMITTED TO THE OVERALL WELL-BEING OF MYSELF AND THE KIDS ENTRUSTED TO
MY CARE.
Kids are really good at being kids. We must be vigilant and live above reproach to ensure the safety and security of the kids each and
every Sunday.
SAFETY KIDS IDENTIFICATION TAGS MUST BE MATCHED WITH THE PARENT DURING CHECK OUT.
COMPANY NEVER BE ALONE WITH A CHILD.
COMMUNICATION THERE SHOULD BE NO EXTERNAL COMMUNICATION BETWEEN LEADERS AND KIDS. VIOLATION OF THIS POLICY IS GROUNDS FOR
IMMEDIATE DISMISSAL FROM ROCK CITY KIDS LEADERSHIP.
AWARENESS
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SAFETY
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EVACUATION PLAN TORNADO PLAN NURSERY
PRE-K
1ST-5TH
Exit theatre door and proceed with all kids to Safe Zone “A.” After every-
one is there proceed together to Safe Zone “B.” There you will double
check with the check in roster to verify that everyone is accounted for. Do
not let parents take their kids before everyone is accounted for.
In case of tornado take immediate shelter in the emergency exit hallway.
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EVACUATION PLAN TORNADO PLAN NURSERY
PRE-K
1ST-5TH
Exit theatre door and proceed with all kids to Safe Zone “A.” After every-
one is there proceed together to Safe Zone “B.” There you will double
check with the check in roster to verify that everyone is accounted for. Do
not let parents take their kids before everyone is accounted for.
In case of tornado take immediate shelter in the hallway directly outside of
your kids theatre.
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EVACUATION PLAN TORNADO PLAN
Exit out hallway to your right and proceed to exit door. Get to side of
the building with all the kids to Safe Zone “A.” After everyone is there
proceed together to Safe Zone “B.” There you will double check with the
check in roster to verify that everyone is accounted for. Do not let parents
take their kids before everyone is accounted for.
In case of tornado take immediate shelter in the hallway directly outside
of your kids rooms.
NURSERY
PRE-K
1ST-5TH
COMMON LANGUAGE
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AS WE CONTINUE TO GROW, CREATING THE SAME CULTURE ACROSS CAMPUSES, SERVICES AND
AREAS UNIFIES US.
Using common words and phrases builds familiarity as we interact with parents, new volunteers, potential volunteers,
and others. Together we can consistently communicate our mission and vision and how it is being carried out.
NEVER WALK ALONE DON’T EVER BE BY YOURSELF WITH A CHILD (INCLUDING IN THE ROOM AND DURING
BATHROOM BREAKS). THIS IS A NON-NEGOTIABLE STANDARD THAT IS IN PLACE FOR THE
SAFETY OF BOTH YOU AND THE CHILD. DO NOT LET THIS HAPPEN!
DO YOUR BEST TO ENGAGE WITH OTHER VOLUNTEERS WHILE YOU’RE SERVING. USE
COMMON TASKS, SUCH AS SETTING UP, TEARING DOWN, OR PREPARING THE ACTIVITIES
TO BUILD RELATIONSHIPS WITH THOSE AROUND YOU.
BRING IT ARE YOU PREPARED TO GIVE THE KIDS YOUR BEST EACH WEEK? TAKING TIME TO PRAY
FOR THE KIDS, READYING YOUR MATERIALS, AND ENERGIZING YOURSELF FOR THE
SUNDAY MORNING EXPERIENCE COMMUNICATES YOUR DESIRE TO INVEST IN THE LIVES
OF THESE KIDS.
CONSISTENCY IS KEY
COMMON LANGUAGE
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WORSHIP EXPERIENCE ONE OF OUR 3 CIRCLES, THIS IS THE TIME WHEN KIDS LEARN ABOUT JESUS ON THEIR
LEVEL THROUGH MUSIC AND PRODUCTION.
ENGAGING IN ONE OF OUR 3 CIRCLES, THIS OCCURS WHEN KIDS BUILD RELATIONSHIPS WITH LEADERS
COMMUNITY AND OTHER KIDS THROUGH LIFEGROUPS, ACTIVITIES, AND GAMES.
LIFEGROUPS A PLACE WHERE KIDS FEEL SAFE TO ENGAGE WITH THOSE AROUND THEM, BUILD
COMMUNITY, AND APPLY GOD’S TRUTHS TO THEIR LIVES.
BEYOND OUR WALLS ONE OF OUR 3 CIRCLES, THIS IS THE OPPORTUNITY KIDS GET TO BE THE CHURCH BY
MAKING A DIFFERENCE BOTH LOCALLY AND GLOBALLY NO MATTER THEIR AGE.
SERVE ONE, THIS IS THE EXPECTATION OF ANYONE WHO IS SERVING WITH ROCK CITY KIDS.
ATTEND ONE WE CANNOT PROPERLY LEAD KIDS IF WE ARE NOT BEING SPIRITUALLY FED OURSELVES.
BECAUSE THIS IS SO IMPORTANT, IF YOU ARE NOT ATTENDING SERVICE AS REGULARLY
AS YOU ARE SERVING, YOU MAY BE ASKED TO STOP SERVING UNTIL WE CAN WORK
TOGETHER TO FIND A BALANCE BETWEEN ATTENDING AND SERVING.
CONSISTENCY IS KEY
FAQS
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DO I HAVE TO SERVE EVERY SUNDAY?
WE WANT TO CREATE A CULTURE THAT FORMS MEANINGFUL RELATIONSHIPS SO IN ORDER FOR THAT
TO HAPPEN IT WILL TAKE TIME AND THE MORE YOU ARE PRESENT THE MORE THOSE RELATIONSHIPS
CAN BE FORMED.
DO I HAVE TO SERVE ALL DAY SUNDAY?
WHAT WE ASK IS THAT YOU MAKE SURE YOU ARE ATTENDING THE ADULT WORSHIP EXPERIENCE AND
ARE SERVING ONE SERVICE ON THE SUNDAYS YOU SERVE. IF YOU ARE AVAILABLE AND WOULD LIKE
TO SERVE MORE THAN ONE SERVICE, JUST LET US KNOW AND WE CAN MAKE THAT HAPPEN!
WHAT IF I WANT TO SWITCH AND SERVE ON ANOTHER AREA OF ROCK CITY KIDS?
WE WANT TO SEE GOD WORK THROUGH YOU IN THE AREA YOU ARE MOST PASSIONATE ABOUT AND
SOMETIMES WE GET IT WRONG SO IF THERE IS A TIME YOU WANT TO SWITCH YOUR AREA OF SERV
ING UP, PLEASE DON’T HESITATE TO SAY SOMETHING AND WE CAN MOVE YOU AROUND.
FREQUENTILY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQS
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DO I NEED TO PREPARE ANY LESSONS FOR SUNDAY MORNING?
ALL THE LESSONS ARE PRE-PLANNED FOR YOU AND WHAT WE ASK OF YOU IS THAT YOU RUN THROUGH
THE LIFEGROUP LESSONS OR SCRIPTS IF YOU ARE ACTING BEFORE SUNDAY SO THAT YOU ARE PREPARED
TO BRING IT AND MAKE THIS THE BEST HOUR OF THOSE KIDS WEEK.
IS THERE OPPORTUNITIES TO HELP SERVE THROUGHOUT THE WEEK?
WE WILL ALWAYS HAVE OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE THROUGHOUT THE WEEK. EMAIL BETHANI SHONKWILER
AT [email protected] AND SHE WILL GET YOU IN THE RIGHT HANDS TO MAKE A
DIFFERENCE THROUGHOUT THE WEEK.
DO YOU WANT US TO WEAR OUR ROCK CITY KIDS SHIRTS EVERY TIME WE SERVE?
YES! THIS HELPS THE SAFETY TEAM KNOW YOU ARE ON THE ROCK CITY KIDS TEAM, BUT IT ALSO HELPS
TO UNIFY US AS A TEAM, LETS KIDS KNOW OUTSIDE OF THE KIDS AREAS THAT YOU ARE HERE FOR THEM
AND BELIEVE IN THEM AS WELL AS GIVE ROCK CITY KIDS SOME GOOD PR.
WHAT TIME DO I NEED TO SHOW UP TO SERVE?
TAKE A LOOK AT THE ROOM SCHEDULE PAGE FOR YOUR SPECIFIC CAMPUS AND SERVICE TIME. PLEASE BE
PROMPT, PRAYED UP, PREPARED AND ON TIME SO YOU ARE READY TO BRING IT EACH AND EVERY
TIME YOU SERVE.
FREQUENTILY ASKED QUESTIONS
