Welcome to SOS (Students of Service) — the leadership and discipleship team of Turbulence Student Ministry.

SOS exists to help students follow Jesus and grow into servant leaders who influence their schools, homes, church, and communities for the Kingdom of God. This team is not about titles, popularity, or perfection. It’s about students who are willing to say yes to Jesus, take responsibility, and grow through intentional discipleship.

At Turbulence, we believe leadership flows from discipleship. Jesus didn’t build His ministry by using people to get work done—He used the work of the ministry to build people. SOS follows that same model.

“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms." — 1 Peter 4:10

We’re excited you’re considering taking this step.

— Pastor Roberto

Read each section below carefully and thoroughly—this is a must.

  • SOS is built around one central goal:

    Helping students follow Jesus. Everything we do flows from that calling and is shaped by three movements.

    BELIEVE: Growing in a personal and active relationship with Jesus.

    BELONG: Taking ownership of the Turbulence community and walking in Christ-centered relationships.

    BECOME: Being formed into servant leaders who live on mission in everyday life.

    SOS is not about being the best—it’s about being available, teachable, and faithful.

    • Discipleship over performance – who students are becoming matters more than what they can do.

    • Formation over function – serving is a tool God uses to shape hearts.

    • Community over individuality – leadership is learned in relationship.

    • Faithfulness over perfection – growth is the goal, not flawlessness.

  • Students who participate in SOS will:

    • Grow closer to Jesus and deepen their faith

    • Receive intentional discipleship and leadership training

    • Serve in meaningful and impactful ways within Turbulence

    • Develop spiritual disciplines and leadership skills

    • Learn how to lead themselves before leading others

    • Gain ministry experience and responsibility

    • Be challenged to live on mission at school, home, and beyond

  • The first SOS team will run March to August:

    • Students must apply each new year

    • Participation in a previous year does not guarantee placement

    • Team size is limited and determined by the Student Pastor

    • All applications are prayerfully considered

  • Applicants must:

    • Be in 6th–12th grade

    • Have a growing relationship with Jesus

    • Be actively involved in Turbulence Student Ministry

    • Desire to grow spiritually and lead by serving

    • Have a teachable spirit and a willingness to be coached

    • Maintain a respectful relationship with parents/guardians

    • Represent Turbulence with integrity

  • SOS students commit to:

    • Serving on Wednesday nights and select Sundays

    • Attending twice-monthly leadership and discipleship meetings

    • Being present and engaged at Turbulence gatherings, camps, and events

    • Leading by example through attitude, conduct, and service

    • Giving honest feedback and communicating with leadership

    • Living out their faith at school, home, and online

  • Twice a month, SOS students will meet with the Student Pastor for:

    • Hands-on leadership training

    • Spiritual formation and discipleship

    • Scripture-based teaching

    • Practical assignments and real-life application

    • Mentorship and accountability

    These meetings are designed to help students believe more deeply, belong more intentionally, and become leaders who reflect Jesus.

  • SOS students may serve in areas such as:

    • Welcome & Hospitality

    • Worship & Production

    • Creative & Media

    • Activities & Events

    • Set-Up / Tear-Down

    • New Student Connection

    Serving areas are determined by gifting, availability, and ministry needs.

  • The following application is primarily for students to complete. Parents are encouraged to review the application with their student, but please allow them to answer honestly and independently.

    There are no perfect answers. We are looking for students who are ready to grow, be discipled, and take intentional steps in following Jesus.

    Spots on the SOS Team are limited. Final selections will be prayerfully made at the discretion of the Student Pastor.

  • “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters… It is the Lord Christ you are serving.” — Colossians 3:23–24

    We’re excited to see how God continues to work in and through the students of Turbulence.

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