LIVING ROCK “STATEMENT OF FAITH” WORKSHEET

LIVING ROCK “STATEMENT OF FAITH”WORKSHEET

For your understanding of our "Statement of Faith"and for our records, please describe briefly in.your own words your understanding of the following major Christian doctrines. Support your statements with Scripture.

Living Rock/Bethel Manor Board of Directors.

The Trinity:

The Fall of Man:

The Person Christ:

The Work of Christ:

The Return of Christ:

The Resurrection of Believers:

Beyond affirming the "Statement of Faith" as listed above_,I also affirm my personal response to the Lord Jesus Christ in having received Him into my life as Savior and Lord, by God's grace. ["He who believes in the Son has eternal life." John 3:36]

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LIVING ROCK

Interdenominational Christian Men's Co-op /

Student Ministry Center

Perspective Member Fact Sheet

What is Living Rock?

Living Rock is a living and ministry facility for Christian men, in all stages of their Faith, who are currently attending local colleges. Started by Christian men, Living Rock has been serving Michigan State University and campus ministries for almost 50 years and has provided a base to enhance and supplement their ministry. They felt God's leading to start a house where men of all Christian denominations could grow in faith, challenge and disciple each other, provide ministry facilities for worship and outreach, and daily re-energize for the work of campus ministry.

What does the "Co-op" in Living Rock Christian Men's Co-op mean?

The "co-op" in our name means that members assume a level of ownership of the house when they move in. They are responsible for the day to day operation and management of the house, within the boundaries set by the House Constitution. As House Director, I oversee adherence to the constitution / vision and provide for major maintenance / operation (Taxes, Code Requirements, etc.).

Each member is required to provide time (typically about three hours a week scheduled around classes, ministry, and jobs) for cooking, cleaning, and serving in an administrative capacity (President, Treasurer, Devotional Chair, Computer Chair, etc.) and one 8 hour work day per semester (The first Saturday before classes begin).

The overall benefit is that this "cooperation" provides fellowship, allows a better living environment, and keeps costs down.

Costs are $1,425.00 per semester and $150.00 a month in the Summer which is a cost reduction of at least 33% over the dorms. In addition there is a one-time non-refundable $25.00 membership fee and a one-time refundable $50.00 security deposit, both required at the time of moving in.

What benefits do Living Rock provide for its' members?

Other than the benefits and opportunities listed on above and on page two, The Rock provides the following two services:

· Living Rock has a special arrangement with Michigan State University as a "Approved Alternative to University Dorm Living". Freshmen are eligible to live at the Rock if they use Living Rock's address as their "on-campus" address when completing MSU enrollment forms (no waiver forms are required).

· Living Rock can help members with their student ministries. Living Rock has facilities for: worship services, prayer meetings, fellowship dinners, and other types of get togethers.

· Living Rock provides leadership training. Members are encouraged to run for House officers positions including: President, VP, Treasurer, Devotional chair, Computer Chair, and Social Chair. Each of these positions are important to the functioning of the House because the House is run by its' members.

Living Rock provides many benefits as well as opportunities for growth. The following is a listing of benefits and requirements of being a member at Living Rock.

Benefits include:

· weekly House Bible study.

· Retreats - Fall and Spring Semesters

· House Parties

· PrayerGroups

· Computers with cable internet connections

· Laser printer and copy machine

· CableTV/VCR

· 33% savings compared to dorm costs

· Free utilities

· Free local phone and fax

· Free laundry

· Free on-site parking

· Free food (except in Summer)

Requirements include:

· 1 hour per week spent on work area.

· One night of cooking and clean-up (except in Summer).

· One 8 hour workday per semester.

· Attendance at weekly House business meetings (1 hr.).

· Attendance at weekly House Bible study (1 hr.).

· House retreat (one per semester).

· Help at one house party per semester.

For more information or any questions, call David Palme, House Director at 351-4260 or Eric Tabor, House President at 332-1437.

At Living Rock we believe fellowship is vital for Christian growth. To this end, we can provide you with the best living environment, in our college community, for Christians in all stages of their Faith.

Living Rock, 803 East Grand River Avenue, East Lansing, MI 48823, Phone 517-351-4260

LIVING ROCK

Interdenominational Christian Men's Co-op /

Student Ministry Center

APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP

Living Rock, 803 East Grand River Avenue, East Lansing, MI 48823, Phone 517-351-4260

1. How do you perceive a Christian Co-op?

2. who is Jesus Christ, what is the significance of His life on this earth, and how does this relate' to your life?

3. why do you want to become a member of Living Rock?

4. Do you agree to participate in house activities, including domestic duties. (e.g. house work, meal preparation, clean-up, etc.) and the devotional, leadership, and social programs?

5. Semester / year you expect to leave MSU?___________________

6. College/Major:________________________

7. Overall MSU grade point average:___________________________

8. Current school and home address (Include zip codes and telephone numbers):

School:

telephone:

home:

telephone:

9. Home church affiliation, if any ______________

10. Member?______

Local References:

Phone:

(1)__________________________________________________Phone:______________

(2)__________________________________________________Phone:______________

(3)__________________________________________________Phone:______________

If after acceptance into this community, my philosophy, objectives, and/or theology should change and cease to coincide with those of Living Rock, I agree to withdraw from this community either voluntarily or by the request of the house director, who acts on behalf of the Board of Directors.

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