Youth Group Dress Code Policy

Above all, we want to remain focused on Jesus Christ and growing in a relationship with him. We do not want to distract others from this goal and strive to protect the precious gift of our body from being devalued by lecherous looks that lead to impure thoughts about the opposite sex. We want to be uplifting to one another and keep each other on-track by following this dress code for the honor and glory of God.


1 Timothy 2:9-10 (New International Version)  (9) I also want women to dress modestly, with decency and propriety, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or expensive clothes, (10) but with good deeds, appropriate for women who profess to worship God.

1 Timothy 2:9-10 (New King James Version) (9) in like manner also, that the women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with propriety and moderation, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or costly clothing (10) but, which is proper for women professing godliness, with good works.

Modest Clothing -"Aidos" or Shamefacedness (KAHINHINAN/KAHIHIYAN)

  • This describes the state of mind that governs dress: respectful timidity, not showy, honoring others, not attracting attention. It is a blend of modesty and humility.
  • I Timothy 2:9 says, "apparel". Apparel (Greek KATASTOLE) to send down in a draping fashion. (It was not tight or close to the skin or showing indecent part of woman's body.)

Moderate Clothing - "Sophrosunes" or Sobriety (KAHINAHUNAN)

  • This word calls for "soundness of mind, self control, passions and desires, a self control which holds the reins over decency" It is a word that implies moderation; humility; honorable to God; self control; hating sin.
  • It means "That habitual self government with its constant reign on all its passions and desires, which would hinder the temptation from arising..."

Seeing Leads to Thinking. Most, if not all, men are attracted or enticed and tempted by what they see.

Matthew 5:28 But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart.

  •  As the Bible mentioned "shamefacedness" which is AIDOS. Aidos is having regard to others; it is the stronger word. AIDOS would always restrain a good man from an unworthy act.
  • For a person who hates sin it would be shameful to tempt in any way. This is why Jesus is so clear about causing other people to stumble.--Matthew 18:6-10

Examples of Inappropriate Dress:

  •  Shorts, shorter than a 6” inseam

  • Low necklines

  • Tight clothing (shirts, skirts, dresses, leggings without a skirt or shorts or dress over them)

  • Bra-less clothing

  • Revealed midriff

  • See-through clothing

  • Cycling shorts

  • Swimsuits

    • Girls: decent tankini, or bikini w/ tank top over or one-piece for the ladies-no white tank top! Bikini tops are NOT allowed. Guys: No speedos or jammers or shorts that show off your underwear.

    • Guys– Shirts are to be worn at all times. Pants that hang down below your shorts are not allowed. (Contrary to popular belief, no one wants to see your underwear or hinny hanging out!)