The Bridge, A Markham Community Church

Your name *

Email address *

Personal Information

We respect your privacy and guarantee we will never share your information. The collection and use of personal information is in accordance with the bridge's privacy policy, available at: http://thebridgemarkham.com/privacy

Phone number *

Address *

When did you accept Jesus Christ as your saviour? *

Do you attend the bridge? *

We are so excited that you have an interest in serving with Kidzone! Describe why you would like to be a part of our Kidzone team. *

Christian Education History

Not to worry if you haven't completed the education mentioned below! This just helps us get to know you better.

Do you have any formal ministry training that would equip you for this ministry? *

Ministry Profile

In answering the following questions, please don’t hold back since the purpose of this section is for you to declare your strengths so that your gifting(s) will be put to good use!

Where would you like to serve? *

Check beside the ministry area you would like to become involved with (more than one is okay, check all that apply). If you select "other," please specify.

Kidzone ages 0-23 months

Kidzone ages 2-3

Kidzone JK/SK

Kidzone Grades 1-5

Host Team (check-in/check-out)

Buddy Team

Setup/Cleanup (during weekdays)

Administration or Take-Home Projects

Scheduling Assistant

Adventure Bible Camp Support

Other

Do you know your spiritual gifts? If so, would you please share them with us below?

How often would you like to serve? *

Which service do you prefer to serve at? *

For the summer of 2025, the bridge only has 1 service. Please select which service you plan to serve at post-Summer.

9:15 AM

11:15 AM

Either is okay

Lifestyle

In order to provide a safe and secure environment for our children, we believe it is necessary to include the following questions as part of our application process. All information will be kept strictly confidential. (Police may access this information under warrant, if requested.) Answering “yes” to any of the questions may not necessarily preclude your involvement in ministry. A meeting will be arranged with a Pastor so that you may discuss the circumstances. Thank you in advance for your understanding.

Please check any of the following circumstances that apply to you:

Have been convicted of a criminal offence involving children

Have been convicted of a sexually related crime

Have been convicted of an abuse related crime

Have been hospitalized or treated for alcohol or lll substance abuse

In treatment for any form of mental illness

Have you completed a Vulnerable Sector Check with the local police in the past 4 years? *

Please explain any objections you may have. *

Do you have any physical conditions that would prevent you from performing certain types of activities (lifting children, playing sports, etc.)? *

References

Please provide the name of an individual, excluding relatives, who could provide a reference for you. If possible, please include at least one reference from a church.

1. Name of reference *

How are you associated? *

Applicant's Statement

I understand & agree to the statement below. *

By checking this box, I hereby acknowledge that the information contained in this application for ministry is correct to the best of my knowledge. I authorize any references or churches listed in this application to give you any information they may have regarding my character and fitness for children’s ministry, and I release all such references from liability for any damage that may result from furnishing such evaluation to you. I also grant permission to the bridge to perform a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) for the purpose of my protection against any false allegations and for the protection of those I serve. I consent to such an investigation with the understanding that the results will be kept in the strictest confidentiality. I further agree to adhere to the Plan to Protect Policy as adopted by the bridge.

Signature *

Please type your full name below.

Additional questions/comments

Feel free to also send an email to kidzoneadmin@thebridgemarkham.com or gnava@thebridgemarkham.com!