RELEASE FROM LIABILITY/COVENANT NOT TO SUE

In consideration of my childs/wards participation in the Journey United Methodist Church Nursery activities for the calendar year starting January 1, 2025 and ending December 31, 2025, and for other good and valuable consideration, I on my own behalf and as an agent for others standing in loco parentis and on behalf of my child/ ward, make the following covenants and releases: 

• Journey United Methodist Church (Journey) and its officers, partners, members, agents, servants, and employees, when acting on behalf of Journey, are hereby forever released, acquitted and discharged from any claims, suits, losses, or liabilities whatsoever by reason of injury, illness, or damage to person or property during the course of participation in any and all activities, including transportation to and from activities of Journey, and in that regard, I hereby covenant on my own and childs behalf, not to file, assert or allege any claim or bring any suit whatsoever relative to any such injury or damage. 

I have read and fully understand the provisions of the above release and have explained them to said minor. By my typed signature below, I hereby certify and agree that I and said minor will be bound thereby and I shall defend and hold harmless Journey UMC from any liability thereof by or on behalf of said minor.

RELEASE FROM LIABILITY/COVENANT NOT TO SUE

In consideration of my childs/wards participation in the Journey United Methodist Church Nursery activities for the calendar year starting January 1, 2025 and ending December 31, 2025, and for other good and valuable consideration, I on my own behalf and as an agent for others standing in loco parentis and on behalf of my child/ ward, make the following covenants and releases: 

Journey United Methodist Church (Journey) and its officers, partners, members, agents, servants, and employees, when acting on behalf of Journey, are hereby forever released, acquitted and discharged from any claims, suits, losses, or liabilities whatsoever by reason of injury, illness, or damage to person or property during the course of participation in any and all activities, including transportation to and from activities of Journey, and in that regard, I hereby covenant on my own and childs behalf, not to file, assert or allege any claim or bring any suit whatsoever relative to any such injury or damage. 

I have read and fully understand the provisions of the above release and have explained them to said minor. By my signature below, I hereby certify and agree that I and said minor will be bound thereby and I shall defend and hold harmless Journey UMC from any liability thereof by or on behalf of said minor.

PARENTAL CONSENT TO MEDICAL TREATMENT

I, as, parent or guardian of the  student(s) indicated herein, who are minor(s), in                         

 the event of illness or accident occurring to him/her during attendance at all functions sponsored by or attended with Journey United Methodist Church for the calendar year January 1, 2025 thru December 31, 2025, do hereby consent in advance to whatever emergency medical treatment, x-ray, examination, anesthesia, medical, surgical or diagnostic procedure, or treatment is considered necessary in the best judgment of the attending physician or emergency medical personnel. I understand that in the event of a serious illness or injury which is not an emergency, reasonable efforts to reach me will be attempted. There shall be no cost incurred by Journey UMC or its agents.

PARENTAL CONSENT FORM PHOTOGRAPHY, MEDIA AND WEBSITES

Photography - During the year, there are occasions when photographs of your child may be taken by a volunteer associated with Journey United Methodist Church. Your authorization to use a photo or photos of your child in Journey United Methodist Church publications (brochures, newsletters, etc.) is requested. Names may appear in these publications.

Media Coverage - From time to time the media may cover our events. Whether or not you have concerns about your child participating in media coverage (being photographed, videotaped, interviewed) it is important that we know your wishes. Media coverage by local newspapers may include your childs name (if so, the reporter typically will obtain your consent.)

Websites - Journey United Methodist Church website (www.journeycolumbia.org) and Facebook page contains information on our program. This tool is used to help the community and participants learn more about our program and activities. Anyone with Internet access is able to view these pages. Participant photos may be posted on our website to showcase events and activities. If included, identification would be done by first name and first initial of last name only. Photos of large groups, or action photos where participants names cannot be identified, may be posted without parental permission.