First Northeast Baptist Church Scholarship Application 2016


Scholarship Opportunities

The Edward & Ernestine Hinton Memorial Scholarship & First Northeast Baptist Church Endowment Awards

In honor and memory of Mr. & Mrs. Edward and Ernestine Hinton, both Charter members and the father and mother of our church, this scholarship is awarded to one graduating high school student in the amount of $2,000.00 who will begin studies no later than the Fall of 2016. All remaining graduates will be eligible to receive First Northeast Baptist Church Endowment Awards.

Qualifications

1.  The graduate/graduates family must have been member(s) of First Northeast Baptist Church prior to April 15th, 2015

2.  Active involvement in church activities

3.  Scholastic achievement.

4.  Demonstrated Leadership Qualities

Application Procedure for both the Memorial Scholarship and the Church Endowments

1.  Applications will become available in March during the year of application. Applications may be picked up at the church office or may be acquired from the church website. An application package is not considered complete unless ALL requested items are submitted by the deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application Package contents include:

(1)  a completed application;

(2) 2 letters of recommendation - one from a church member and one from and individual (i.e. educator, coach, organization leader) in the community who is knowledgeable of the applicant;

(3) A personal essay (minimum of 2 pages) telling the scholarship committee about you as an individual. Use this space to paint the picture that is you; your academic plans and career goals, ambitions and aspirations for the future. Applicants may be interviewed;

(4) The Letter of Acceptance from the institution of higher learning which you plan to attend;

(5) A photo of the applicant.

(6) An unofficial transcript.

Completed application packages must be returned to the Scholarship Committee at the First Northeast Baptist Church office by April 22nd.

2.  Please check with the church office to verify that your application has been received by the church secretary. It is preferred that applications be typed. Additional paper may be used if more room is needed for any responses. Do not feel restricted by the size of the tables, expansion of the tables or use of more of paper, in order to adequately complete your application. It is most important that your responses are detailed and complete to help the Scholarship Committee better know you. Any questions should be directed to the Scholarship Committee chairperson, Derrick Meggie ().

3.  After reviewing all applications, the Scholarship Committee will contact all applicants by mail/email. The scholarship recipients will be invited to the presentation of awards during a worship service in May. Recipients are expected to attend this presentation. If unable to attend, the student must contact the chairperson of the Scholarship Committee prior to the awards service.

4.  BEFORE YOU BEGIN WITH THE PERSONAL/CONTACT INFORMATION SECTION, PLEASE REPLACE “INSERT NAME” IN THE FOOTER, WITH YOUR NAME.

Personal/Contact Information

Name ______

First Name Middle Initial Last Name

Home Address: ______College Address: ______

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Home Phone: ______Cell Phone: ______

E-Mail: ______

Name of Parent(s)/Guardian(s): ______

Schools you have been accepted to:______

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School you plan to attend:______

1.  When did you become a member of FNEBC?

2.  Please list the church activities you have participated in at FNEBC. Please include any activities you were associated with, e.g. music, teaching/assisting in the Sunday School/child care programs, senior high youth group etc.. Do not feel restricted by the size of the tables, expansion of the tables is not only permitted, but is encouraged. Please make every attempt to contain tables within one page or more, and not split different tables between pages.

Activity / Dates / Highlights, Recognition, Awards, Honors Awards, Leadership Roles

3.  School Activities

List group or individual school activities (academic, athletics, public service) in which you are an active member and identify any leadership role or responsibilities you may have. Please list the number of hours on average you spend each week at these activities

Activity / Dates / Highlights, Recognition, Awards, Honors Awards, Leadership Roles

4.  Recognition, Awards, or Honors

List activities outside of school such as your hobbies, interests, any community service and after school work. Identify any leadership role or responsibilities you may have. Be specific. Please list the number of hours on average you spend each week at these activities.

Activity / Dates / Highlights, Recognition, Awards, Honors Awards, Leadership Roles

My Faith Journey

Please respond thoughtfully and specifically to each prompt or question, developing and expressing your ideas completely on the My Faith Journey Sheet (Last Page).

1.  Give a brief summary of the main events in your life and outline your personal as well as your educational goals.

2.  How has the First Northeast Baptist Church influenced your life journey of faith?

3.  In what ways has your religious background and faith impacted your life? Give specific examples of your personal religious beliefs and attitudes, how they guide you in how you live your daily life.

4.  Explain why this scholarship is important to you.

References/Letter of Recommendation

Please give the name, address, and phone number of two character references who can attest to your character, personal and educational goals.

One should be an active member of First Northeast Baptist Church, and the other may be a community person. Have them submit a written letter of recommendation on your behalf directly to the First Northeast Baptist Church Scholarship Committee by the deadline of April 22nd .

Name 1. ______2.______

Address______

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Phone ______

How do you know this person?______

Scholarship Application Checklist:

___ Completed Application

___ 2 Recommendation Letters

___ Personal Essay

___ Photo

___ Acceptance Letter

___ My Faith Journey Responses

___ Unofficial Transcript


Your Signature ______Date______

Thank you for applying for a First Northeast Baptist Church Scholarship!

My Faith Journey

Applicant Name: ______

Please respond thoughtfully and specifically to each prompt or question, developing and expressing your ideas completely. After each question, please type your response taking as much space as necessary.

1.  Give a brief summary of the main events in your life and outline your personal as well as your educational goals.

2.  How has the First Northeast Baptist Church influenced your life journey of faith?

3.  In what ways has your religious background and faith impacted your life? Give specific examples of your personal religious beliefs and attitudes, how they guide you in how you live your daily life.

4.  Explain why this scholarship is important to you.

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