*Application will close May 15th at midnight* This application is for all returning staff.   If you have been a CIT in previous years, but this is your first year applying as a counselor assistant, you should fill out the new staff application and NOT fill out this application. You need to be at least 15 years old by July 1st of this year to fill out this application.  If you are younger than 15 years old, please see our CIT application.

Please provide the applicant's cell or mobile phone number below FIRST (if they have one).  If the student does not have a cell phone, then list a parent phone in the first slot.

$350—If you wish to be paid staff (15 years or older), you need to raise missionary financial support.  This financial support covers your training camp costs plus other expenses during the summer.   This is NOT a payment or bill for your parents.   Most Camp Good News staff receive support from their church and other supportive Christian individuals.    Don’t let this amount stop you from serving God.  If God has called you to this ministry, He will make the funds available.   CEF of F-M has training to help you understand how to do this and more info will be provided at time of hiring.  Most teens are able to achieve this goal.  Staff support raising allows for the cost of the day camp to remain affordable and for Camp Good News on the Go to remain free.

$0—Volunteer staff working 3 weeks or less do not need to raise funds or attend training camp. 
All staff must have at least five committed prayer partners. 

Staff members who raise over $350 are eligible for a bonus.  All support raised over $350 will be given to the staff member as a bonus (minus the payroll tax). 

Remember to trust that God will supply the funds.   

Ministries Description/Details

Training Day in Fargo –This is an opportunity to meet the other Camp Good News counselors and receive some expectations and training to help you prep for training camp.
Camp Good News Training Camp –At Training Camp, we will focus on ministry skills development and spiritual formation.  You’ll learn how to evangelize and disciple kids. You’ll focus on Camp Good News and Camp Good News on the Go.  You’ll learn how to share the message of salvation. You’ll also learn how to teach Biblical truths through songs, memory verses, stories, and games.  The training is fun and practical because you will always practice a skill as you learn it.   

Camp Good News on the Go (formerly 5-day Clubs) – This traveling camp is a 75-120 minute session that meets for five consecutive days. It includes exciting activities like games, songs and lessons. Kids have fun learning with you as their counselor!  Typically, teams meet at 9 AM for devotions and then teach clubs at 10:30 AM, 1:30 PM, and sometimes 4 PM.  If only two clubs in the day, you are typically done at 4:00 PM. 
Camp Good News - Day Camp - A camp session is from Monday - Friday from 9-4 PM.  Each week has a featured activity that is led by the camp coaches.  Kids have fun getting to know you as their counselor.  Some staff members may also assist with before/after care from 7:30-9:00 AM and 4:00-5:30 PM. 
Camp Good News - Overnight Camp– Meets during the warm days of August 4-9.   It’s a place where kids can have fun in the outdoors as they are taught from the Bible! Camp highlights include boating, swimming, chapel, and great meals...but the best is getting to know the kids and demonstrating to them what God’s love is.

Please indicate if you are available for the following events or weeks.  

*Pre-training will take place in Fargo/Moorhead May 31st 9am-3pm and June 14th 9:30am - 4pm.

**We will leave for training camp in the late afternoon on June 2nd and return in the afternoon on Saturday, June 9.  This training camp happens at Cooperstown Bible Camp.

Pastoral Reference - Please choose the pastor who knows you best.  

Personal Reference - must be someone who is a Christian who is at least 21 years old and not a relative.  

Criminal record check will be required on all applicants over 18 years old at the time that your application is approved.  

About CEF

Our Purpose

·Child Evangelism Fellowship® (CEF) exists to evangelize children with the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ and establish them in a local church and the Word of God for Christian growth.

Our Doctrine

We hold to the historic, orthodox, evangelical doctrines of the Christian church. A few of the core beliefs that motivate our work include the following:

·Children are in need of and capable of receiving the Lord Jesus Christ as their Savior.

·By God’s grace, we receive Jesus Christ through faith alone.

·The Bible is inspired by God and is without error in its teaching. 

·God eternally exists in three persons–Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. 

To read our full statement of faith, click on a new tab and go to www.ceffm.org.  Under the "About" tab, click on "CEF Statement of Faith."  CEF will provide more information about the statement of faith during training.  All Camp Good News staff will be required to sign the full statement of faith before working for CEF. 

Camp Good News Worker Agreement

As a Camp Good News staff member for CEF of Fargo/Moohead, I shall strive to:                         

1. Model the Christian lifestyle, whether on or off duty, in my relationships with parents, children, staff, etc;

2. Maintain my own spiritual health through daily Bible reading and prayer;

3. Endeavor not to be a stumbling block to any child, parent, or staff;

4. Follow the policies in the staff handbook to the best of my ability;

5. Be willing to volunteer help above and beyond my specified duties;

6. Be cheerful in the execution of my duties;

7. Commit to praying for each staff member and work to get along with each staff member;

8. Cheerfully submit to the authority of the CEF director and his representatives. 

I understand that CEF F/M will in return:           

1. Provide me with a salary (if I meet the fundraising requirements) and training;

2. Help me with problems I face as a Camp Good News staff member;

3. Arrange for time off if necessary when circumstances permit;

4. Help me adjust to my responsibilities and acquaint me with the CEF goals, philosophies, doctrinal statement, and policies; and

5. Will not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, national origin, age or handicap.  

Waivers for Minors Serving in Ministry

A Camp Good News staff member is never alone with a fellow minor or adult of the opposite gender. Exceptions to this policy may only be granted in an absolutely unavoidable circumstance and only with the permission of the chapter director and the student's parent/legal guardian.

Parents, please type your name below to indicate that, in the event that we are unable to reach you, you give permission for your child to travel and participate in the ministries of CEF alone with one adult of the same-gender without the presence of an additional adult or minor. If you are over 18, please just type your name here.

Parent Signature (if applicant is under 18)

I give permission for my teenager to participate in the Camp Good News staff program.  I reviewed the information on Camp Good News on the CEF F/M website and the schedule on Part D.  I fully understand the requirements of the program.  I am aware of  Doctrine, Workers Agreement and waiver for Minors Serving In Ministry.  Type your name below for your signature to indicate your agreement with all these statements.