Appalachian Wesley Foundation Leadership Covenant
As a leader within our faith community, I commit to the following principles, inspired by the teachings of Jesus Christ and the mission of our ministry:
1. Love and Devotion
4. Community Engagement and Responsibilities
By embracing this covenant, I dedicate myself to the service of God and the community, aiming to reflect Christ's love and holiness in all aspects of my life.
1. Love and Devotion
- Great Commandment Focus: I shall love the Lord my God with all my heart, soul, strength, and mind; and love my neighbor as myself.
- Matthew 22:37-39 – “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind… Love your neighbor as yourself.”
- Matthew 22:37-39 – “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind… Love your neighbor as yourself.”
- Discipleship Mission: I will strive to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world through active participation in campus ministry.
- Matthew 28:19-20 – “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.”
- Matthew 28:19-20 – “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.”
- Sabbath Observance: I will honor the Sabbath by balancing work and rest, dedicating time for worship and renewal.
- Exodus 20:8 – “Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy.”
- Community Respect: I will seek the well-being of our community, respect leadership, and lead with humility and service.
- Philippians 2:3-4 – “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.”
- Sobriety and Legal Compliance: I will live a life of sobriety, adhere to laws regarding controlled substances, and make choices that do not cause others to stumble.
- Ephesians 5:18 – “Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit.”
- 1 Corinthians 8:9 – “Be careful, however, that the exercise of your rights does not become a stumbling block to the weak.”
- Sexual Integrity: I will honor the gift of sexuality through celibacy in singleness, fidelity in marriage, and uphold sexual integrity in all relationships.
- 1 Thessalonians 4:3-4 – “It is God’s will that you should be sanctified: that you should avoid sexual immorality; that each of you should learn to control your own body in a way that is holy and honorable.”
- Grace and Forgiveness: I will acknowledge my shortcomings, seek God's forgiveness, and live as a renewed creation in Christ.
- 1 John 1:9 – “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.”
- 1 John 1:9 – “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.”
4. Community Engagement and Responsibilities
- Active Participation: I will attend and engage in all required meetings, retreats, and events, including:
- Weekly Monday meal and gathering.
- Weekly small group / D-Group gatherings.
- Monthly leadership meetings.
- Semester leadership meetings / retreats.
- Major community events and outreach programs.
- Hebrews 10:25 – “Not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another.”
- Punctuality and Presence: I will be punctual and present for all commitments, understanding the importance of my role in the community.
- Colossians 3:23 – “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”
- Worship Attendance: I will regularly attend worship services:
- Wednesday Night Worship at App Wesley
- At a local church, fostering a connection with the broader faith community.
- Psalm 122:1 – “I rejoiced with those who said to me, ‘Let us go to the house of the Lord.’”
- Psalm 122:1 – “I rejoiced with those who said to me, ‘Let us go to the house of the Lord.’”
- Financial Support: I will contribute a portion of my resources to support the ministry's mission and operations.
- 2 Corinthians 9:7 – “Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.”
- Service Commitment: I will serve on ministry teams, lead initiatives, and support the planning and execution of events and programs, where needed.
- Mark 10:45 – “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”
- Mark 10:45 – “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”
- Spiritual Development: I will engage in regular prayer, Bible study, and participate in discipleship groups to deepen my faith.
- Joshua 1:8 – “Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it.”
- Accountability: I welcome guidance and correction from peers and mentors, striving to live a life that reflects Christ's teachings.
- Proverbs 27:17 – “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.”
- Proverbs 27:17 – “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.”
- Upholding Values: I will embody the values of our community in my personal life, including online presence, avoiding actions that could harm others or the ministry's reputation.
- Colossians 4:6 – “Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.”
- Avoiding Harmful Behaviors: I will refrain from activities such as misuse of substances, dishonesty, gossip, and any form of abuse, recognizing their destructive impact.
- Ephesians 4:29 – “Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs.”
By embracing this covenant, I dedicate myself to the service of God and the community, aiming to reflect Christ's love and holiness in all aspects of my life.
