Application Form — The Leadership Institute

The Leadership Institute at Celebration · shvlead.org

Application for Enrollment

A campus of the Highlands College Leadership Institute (HCLI) · 8645 Business Park Drive, Shreveport, LA 71105

Application fee: $35 (non-refundable) Est. 20–30 minutes to complete

Personal Information

Legal First Name *

Middle Name

Legal Last Name *

Preferred / Goes-by Name

Date of Birth *

Gender *

Marital Status *

Spouse's Name (if married)

Number of Dependents

Street Address *

Apt / Unit

City *

State *

ZIP Code *

Cell Phone *

Email Address *

Emergency Contact Name *

Relationship to You *

Emergency Contact Phone *

How did you hear about TLI?

Education & Background

High School Name *

Year of Graduation / GED *

College / Post-Secondary Attended (if applicable)

Current Employer / Occupation (optional)

Are you a U.S. citizen or lawful resident? *

Intended Start Term *

Spiritual Background

When and how did you accept Jesus Christ as your personal Savior? *

Current Home Church *

City & State of Church *

Are you a member? *

Yes No Regular attender

How long have you attended? *

Senior Pastor's Name *

Have you been baptized in water? *

Yes No

Year of Baptism (if yes)

Current Ministry & Church Service *

Spiritual Gifts & Leadership Strengths

Calling Statement

In about 150 words, share why you want to attend The Leadership Institute at Celebration and what you hope God will form in you during this season. *

Suggested length: about 150 words.

Certificate Track Choice

Which certificate track are you applying for? *

Track 1Faith-Based Leadership Formation Track 2Bible Theology Formation

Your selection will open the six admissions-fit questions for that certificate track.

Certificate Track Fit Questions

Choose the certificate track you are applying for. The matching six admissions-fit questions will appear below. Select the statement that best describes you for each question.

Please select the response that best describes you.

1. Mission Alignment

Which statement best describes why you want to participate in this leadership course?

I want to grow as a Christ-centered leader in my church, workplace, home, and community, and I see this course as a timely part of that formation. I want to grow as a leader and connect my faith more intentionally to how I serve and influence others.· I am interested in leadership growth, but I am still clarifying how faith, church, and community connect to that. I am mostly interested in general personal or professional development. I am not sure why I am applying./ I do not have a specific purpose.

2. Formation Readiness / Teachability

Which statement best describes your current posture toward growth, feedback, and personal formation?

I am actively seeking growth, open to honest feedback, and willing to be challenged spiritually and personally. I am open to growth and feedback, though I know some areas may stretch me. I want to grow, but I am still learning how to receive feedback and apply it consistently. I prefer learning information more than being personally challenged or examined. I am not very comfortable with feedback, accountability, or personal reflection.

3. Leadership Context and Influence

Where are you currently exercising meaningful influence?

I currently lead, guide, manage, disciple, mentor, or carry responsibility for others in multiple areas of life. I currently have a clear leadership or influence role in one area such as work, church, home, school, military, or community.I am beginning to recognize places where I influence others, though I may not have a formal role.I have limited leadership experience but want to grow in this area.I do not currently see myself influencing or leading others.

4. Ministry / Community Interest

Which statement best describes your current church, ministry, or community engagement?

I am actively serving or leading in my church and/or community and want to grow in effectiveness and faithfulness. I am currently involved and desire to become more intentional in serving or leading.I am interested in serving or leading but am still discerning where I fit. I am not currently involved, but I am open to exploring church or community engagement. I do not currently have interest in church, ministry, or community involvement.

5. Commitment and Availability

Which statement best describes your ability to fully participate in this course?

I can attend all or nearly all sessions and fully participate in discussion, reflection, and outside assignments.I can attend most sessions and am committed to participating well. I can participate, but I may have some schedule limitations. My schedule is uncertain and may affect my consistency. I am unlikely to attend or participate consistently.

6. Class Contribution

Which statement best describes the perspective and experience you would bring to the cohort?

I bring a clear life, leadership, ministry, work, family, cultural, or community perspective that could meaningfully strengthen the group.I bring experiences or perspectives that could contribute to group discussion and growth. I am still learning what I bring but am willing to participate and learn from others. I am more interested in receiving than contributing to the group. I am unsure whether I would contribute to a group learning environment.

Please select the response that best describes you.

1. Spiritual Hunger and Mission Alignment

Which statement best describes why you want to participate in this Bible theology course?

I deeply desire to know God, understand Scripture, and allow biblical truth to shape how I live, lead, serve, and make decisions. I want to grow in my understanding of Scripture and become more grounded in my faith. I am interested in learning more about the Bible, but I am still clarifying my motivation. I am mostly curious or interested in general religious knowledge. I am not sure why I am applying or do not clearly connect with the course purpose.

2. Teachability and Humility

How do you usually respond when Scripture or biblical teaching challenges your assumptions, habits, or preferences?

I try to listen carefully, examine myself honestly, ask good questions, and submit my thinking to Scripture. I am generally open to being challenged, even when it is uncomfortable. I want to be teachable, but I sometimes struggle when biblical teaching challenges me. I prefer teaching that confirms what I already believe or feel. I am not very open to being challenged in my beliefs or assumptions.

3. Desire for Biblical / Theological Growth

Which statement best describes your desire to grow in biblical and theological understanding?

I strongly desire to understand the Bible, major doctrines of the Christian faith, and how the whole story of Scripture fits together. I want to become more confident reading Scripture and understanding Christian belief. I want to learn more, though I may not yet know what areas I need most. I have some interest but am not sure how much more there is for me to learn. I am confident in knowledge of the subject and see little room growth.

4. Life / Ministry Application

Where do you most hope stronger biblical and theological understanding will shape your life?

I want theology to shape multiple areas of life: personal faith, family, church, work, community, discipleship, and decision-making.I want theology to shape one or two important areas of my life or leadership.I want to learn, but I am still connecting theology to everyday life.I mostly see theology as information rather than something that shapes life. I do not currently see how theology applies to my life, leadership, or service.

5. Commitment and Availability

Which statement best describes your ability to fully participate in this course?

I can attend all or nearly all sessions and fully participate in reading, discussion, reflection, and assignments. I can attend most sessions and am committed to participating well.I can participate, but I may have some schedule limitations. My schedule is uncertain and may affect my consistency.I am unlikely to attend or participate consistently.

6. Class Contribution —

Which statement best describes what you would bring to the Bible theology cohort?

I bring a meaningful faith, church, life, cultural, family, ministry, or leadership perspective that could help others engage Scripture more deeply.I bring experiences or questions that could contribute to thoughtful group discussion. I am still learning what I bring but am willing to participate honestly.I am more interested in listening than contributing.I am unsure whether I would contribute to a group learning environment.

References

A reference request email will be sent automatically to each person you list below. References must be completed before your application can be reviewed. Please notify your references to expect the email.

Pastoral / Spiritual Reference

Reference Full Name *

Title / Role *

Church / Organization *

How long have they known you? *

Email Address *

Phone

Note: This person must have known you for at least 6 months and must not be an immediate family member.

Personal / Character Reference

Reference Full Name *

Relationship to You *

Email Address *

How long have they known you? *

Note: Must have known you for at least 2 years. Not an immediate family member.

Agreements & Signature

I have read and affirm the .

I have read and agree to abide by the .

I understand there is a $35 non-refundable application fee required to complete this application.

I certify that all information provided in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that misrepresentation may result in denial or dismissal.

Applicant Signature (type full legal name) *

Date *

Parent/Guardian Signature (required if applicant is under 18)

Date

What Happens Next

Submit application
& $35 fee

References
complete forms

Application
review

Decision within
2–4 weeks

Questions? Email admissions@shvlead.org or visit shvlead.org

Celebration Church Statement of Faith

Statement of Faith
God
The Father, head of the Trinity, the Creator of all things past, present, and future. He has no beginning and no end, always has been and always will be. He is perfect, holy, righteous, just, full of mercy, gracious, and He loves us. Everything exists to glorify Him..

Jesus
God the Son, second person of the Trinity -- 100% God and 100% man. The only man to ever live a sinless life. Born of a virgin, He performed miracles, died on the cross for mankind, and rose from the dead on the third day according to the Scriptures. He then ascended to the right hand of the Father and will return again..

The Holy Spirit
The third person of the Trinity given at Pentecost, He is the promise of the Father sent by Jesus after His ascension to empower the Church to preach the Gospel throughout the whole earth. Among His evidences is speaking in an unknown tongue, which is the initial physical evidence.

Trinity
There is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and co-eternal.

The Bible
Both true and authoritative, we believe God divinely inspired the original authors through the Holy Spirit to write both the New and Old Testaments. Scripture alone is the final authority in determining all doctrinal truths.

The Gospel
The good news that God himself, the Creator, has come to rescue us from sin, and renew all things, in and through the work of Jesus Christ on our behalf, to establish his Kingdom, through his people, in the power of the Holy Spirit.Salvation is offered to mankind, not by any human efforts, but through faith in this Gospel..

Resurrection
Jesus Christ was physically resurrected from the dead in a glorified body three days after His death on the cross. In addition, both the saved and the lost will be resurrected – they that are saved to the resurrection of life and they that are lost to the resurrection of eternal damnation

Salvation
We are saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ: His death, burial, and resurrection. Salvation is a gift from God, not a result of our good works or of any human effort.

Water Baptism & Communion The Bible gives the church these two perpetual ordinances. First, Baptism - a sign of what God has done in a person's life. It is identification with Jesus and is effected in the name of the Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit. The second is Communion - a frequent celebration of Jesus' death on the cross, and done in remembrance of Him until He comes again. Both institutions are restricted to those who are believers.

The Second Coming
Jesus Christ will physically and visibly return to earth for the second time to establish His Kingdom. This will occur at a date undisclosed by the Scriptures.

Honor Code

TLI Leadership Honor Code

As a part of The Leadership Institute at Celebration Church, you have a responsibility to develop and exhibit mature Christian behavior. This should be the basic premise of your desire to participate in a biblical servant-leader program.

While a part of the program, you pledge to present a good appearance at all times. In both attire and behavior, you should strive to demonstrate biblical standards in all situations.

As Christians, the way we present ourselves to others is of vital importance to the way others perceive Christ. Our conduct should never be an embarrassment to Christ but should exemplify the best qualities of a mature believer and servant-leader.

Exemplifying the highest moral commitment, The Leadership Institute students are expected to maintain a disciplined life of Bible reading, prayer, and fasting. You must also refrain from such things as:

Profanity
Smoking or chewing tobacco
Gambling
Indulging in much wine or other alcoholic beverages
Dishonest gain
Illicit drugs
Pornography
Sexual immorality (any sexual activity outside of a marriage, homosexual relationships, cohabitation before marriage)
Inappropriate, divisive, or sensual posts, comments, shares and/or pictures on social media
Gossip and divisive speech
All behaviors which might cause Christ to grieve and others to stumble

By providing an example in speech and action, we encourage others to grow in Christ and become servant-leaders themselves. This is a way of life measured by the heart and commitment of each student. We should regard it as an essential part of our development, not as an imposition or restriction.