THE GLORIOUS CHRISTIAN YOUTH ASSOCIATION

CODE OF CONDUCT

As a participant in the GLORIOUS CHRISTIAN YOUTH ASSOCIATION, I understand and agree to the following:

• I will respect myself, other people, other people’s property, and the church property.

• I will be an encourager, not one who ridicules, makes fun of, or criticizes.

• I will deal peacefully with anger and disagreements.

• I will participate and contribute in a positive way in all group activities and obey the instructions of the ASSOCIATION management.

• During meetings and rehearsals, I will show respect by not causing disruptions and not talking unless called on to respond.

• I will use language that reflects a Christian attitude. I will not use curse words or other foul language. • I will maintain my witness by keeping my hands to myself: no tickling, wrestling, piggyback rides or inappropriate touching (which means: do not touch anyone anywhere that a bathing suit would cover). In addition, physical displays of affection such as kissing, full body hugs, sitting on laps, and lying or sleeping next to each other are inappropriate and being isolated or alone with another member is not allowed.

• I will wear modest clothing. No clothing that is sexually suggestive or spiritually degrading. T-shirts or other clothing with evil, vulgar, illegal, or inappropriate content will not be permitted. In addition there should be: no midriffs, no low-cut tops, no spaghetti straps (tank tops must have a strap width of at least two fingers), no see through clothing, and no sagging pants (no boxers or underwear showing). Dress shorts or jean shorts must have at least a 4 inch inseam, and athletic shorts must be properly fitting with an inseam of at least 2.5 inches (not rolled up). Ladies are required to wear modest one-piece bathing suits or modest tankinis. Guys—no Speedos.

• I will not use cell phones, iPods, cameras or other personal electronic or entertainment devices during rehearsals and meetings. Special rules apply to trips: Bringing these devices on trips is highly discouraged and according to the needs of the trip is sometimes prohibited. On some trips the devices are allowed but may only be used during designated times.

• I will stay with the group at all times. For example, if we are having a meeting in the headquaters, I will not leave the association.

• I will not leave any activity, meeting, or rehearsal before its published ending time without approval from a parent or guardian “in person” or by phone.

• I will not possess a gun, long blade knife, or any other weapon at any meeting at the church or away.

• I will not use, possess or be under the influence of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana or other illegal drugs at any of the meetings.

• I will not engage in sexual intimacy or sexual harassment, and will not possess pornography at any youth ministry activity. I have read the GLORIOUS CHRISTIAN YOUTH ASSOCIATION Discipline Policy and the Code of Conduct and agree to abide them. ______________________________________________________ ______________________ (Participant Signature) (Date) ______________________________________________________ ______________________ (Parent/Guardian Signature) (Date)