Summer Fellowship Program Student Application

*Be aware that you must complete this application in one sitting. If you choose to close this form, your work will not be saved. (We recommend copying and pasting questions into a Word Document as you respond).

Please consult the 'Student Expectations' document for comprehensive details about being a summer fellow. For further information or questions about either application, please consult our website or email Lauren Hunter at lhunter@whitworth.edu.

CONTACT INFORMATION

First Name

Last Name

Whitworth ID Number

Email

Phone

Address (While at Whitworth)

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Class

Age

Major(s)

Minor(s)

Hometown

Are you an international student?

Yes

APPLICATION QUESTIONS

How did you hear about the Summer Fellowship Program? What compelled you to apply?

God invites us to participate in what the Holy Spirit is doing in the world. How do you currently understand your own calling or vocation in light of this?

Describe your previous experiences in ministry (either formal or informal). What experiences have you particularly enjoyed? What experiences have been challenging for you?

In what type of environment do you thrive? In what type of environment do you struggle? Describe what made those environments encouraging or discouraging to your growth.

We strive to be ecumenical in our partnerships with ministries and partner with Christian sites that encompass a breadth of theological distinctives/expression. As we consider placing you in a ministry that will both encourage and challenge you, are there any theological convictions you hold and feel should be reflected in your ministry site? If not, write N/A.

In the same way that we partner with students to discern where God is calling them into ministry, our ministry partners are also trying to discern who would be a good fit in their ministry context. In 150 words, write a short bio describing yourself to a potential ministry site (interests, hobbies, character traits, pursuits, passions, etc).

Do you have any food restrictions, allergies to pets, medical conditions, or any other constraints that could impact a homestay? If none, please put N/A.

What is important to you in terms of health/safety as we consider placing you in a new location during the ongoing threat of COVID-19? For example, would you like be placed in Spokane or your hometown (if this is an option) instead of traveling and staying in a homestay?

I hereby consent to and authorize without compensation the use and reproduction by Whitworth University of any photographs, which will been taken of me during the Summer Fellowship Program for educational, promotional or other Whitworth purposes. Furthermore, I release Whitworth University from any and all liability from the use of these photos. I understand that all prints, negatives, digital images and slides will be the sole property of Whitworth University. Additionally, I authorize Whitworth University to use any photos that I have taken and posted on social media during participation in this program for promotional purposes.

Yes

Do you speak Spanish?

Yes

Can you commit to fundraising $500 or more as a part of your participation in the Summer Fellowship Program?

Yes

Can you commit to participating in the spring training program (approx. 1hr / week) as a part of your participation in the Summer Fellowship Program? *Note: Spring training sessions are currently scheduled for Tuesday afternoons, February 16 - May 4 from 4-5pm.

Yes

What topics would you like us to cover in spring training to help prepare you for ministry?

Do you give the Office of Church Engagement consent to consult with Residence Life regarding your on-campus behavioral record?

Yes

If selected do you give consent to allow the OCE to conduct a criminal background check?

Yes

Do you have access to personal transportation that you could use to travel to your assigned site within the continental U.S. and to use throughout the summer?

Yes

Is there anything else we should know or consider as we consider you for a ministry placement within the Fellowship program? If not, please write N/A.

Statement of Faith
The goal of a Statement of Faith is to articulate about your faith walk. It may be helpful to consider past challenges, experiences that have deepened your understanding/love of God, and moments when you were most aware of the intimacy between you and God. Here are a few questions meant to stimulate ideas:

Define the Gospel. What do you understand the ‘good news’ to mean for you, humanity, creation?
Who do you believe God to be? Are there events, scriptures, or practices that inform your beliefs?
Describe a moment or experience that challenged your understanding of God? How did you persevere through that? What have you learned about God through that experience?
Describe your faith journey. How does this inform how you currently understand your relationship with Christ?

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REFERENCES

Please enter names and email addresses for your two references below. Upon submission of this application, your references will automatically receive email notifications containing links to a webpage where they can submit their reference.

Spiritual Reference Name

Spiritual Reference Email

I waive any and all rights I have of access to the confidential reference form submitted by my Spiritual/Pastor Reference. I understand that the rights I am waiving include, but are not limited to, the right to inspect, review and have a copy of this reference form.

Academic Reference Name

Academic Reference Email

I waive any and all rights I have of access to the confidential reference form submitted by my Academic Reference. I understand that the rights I am waiving include, but are not limited to, the right to inspect, review and have a copy of this reference form.