introduction & criteria

INTRODUCTION
The purpose of Student Ministry is to provide Christian service to the community. It also provides opportunities for students to learn and gain experience outside of the classroom setting. Students are to learn how to serve the church and all humanity through practical ministry experience. The purpose statement of the Student Ministry program is to challenge students toward spiritual and moral growth by involving them in practical Christian ministry.

Students should remember that they are representatives of the Lord Jesus Christ and of Toccoa Falls College as they perform their ministries. Students should be careful to bring honor to the Lord and respect for Toccoa Falls College in appearance, actions, and words.

CRITERIA FOR A MINISTRY
To qualify for Student Ministry credit, a ministry must meet the following criteria:

1. The ministry will meet on a weekly basis for the semester, summer and for winterim.
2. Students must fulfill any ministry preparation requirements.
3. All ministries must be adequately supervised by an adult.
4. All Mentors must provide an evaluation for students.
5. Students must have an opportunity for discipleship in all ministries.
6. The ministry must benefit the intended recipients.
7. The ministry must contribute to the student’s personal development.
8. The ministry must provide an opportunity for practical application of classroom training.
9. The ministry must be consistent with the policies of the college.

School directors may specify certain ministries that students can choose from, to provide exposure to ministries more directly related to their course work and major. Students should make ministry selection decisions based on student preferences, catalog requirements, and the approval of the Director of Student Ministry. 

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT STUDENT MINISTRY
Choose the right ministry by browsing through the ministry descriptions in this section, and by praying for direction into the right ministry to get involved with. Then ask yourself: What goals do I have? What future ministries do I want to be involved in at my church or for my vocation? Choose a Student Ministry that can help you decide if that is the direction you want to head.

 What are you strengths? Where are your weaknesses? Do you enjoy working with children? Do you have musical gifts? Do you feel that you have a gift for teaching? Are you passionate about evangelizing? Utilize the talents and gifts God gave you. Talk to RAs about their previous Student Ministries. Ask juniors and seniors which ministries they enjoyed. Ask classmates in your major what they have done. Contact the Office of Student Ministry to help you choose a ministry that is right for you!