Messiah application essay

I had to write this essay today to accompany my application to Messiah College. I know its really early to be doing this, but I want to get it out of the way.
I am prepared to be a student whom is intellectually mature in character and faith, while taking my studies seriously. As a student at Messiah College, I expect to be challenged both scholastically and spiritually. The mission statement states that we as students will be encouraged to lead “lives of service, leadership, and reconciliation in church and society.”
For students whom have not been raised already living up to such standards, this may be seen as a challenge. However, I feel that I have been trying to attain a very similar goal all of my Christian life. I have been involved in the leadership of many organizations including clubs at school, my youth group, and community projects. Especially my senior year, I was voted the advisor of many of these groups.
I am a big advocate for service. I have been on five missions trips now; some in the state, some in the country, and others international. Mission trips are a big part of who I am. I love to serve other people and bring joy to their lives as well as give back just a portion of the time and efforts I have been given.
Reconciliation is a big part of maturing. I feel that mission trips are a good way to help bring that healing to other people. However, you do not need to go to another country to help people with such issues. There are times in high school where it is necessary to address issues, and confrontation might need to take place. A student leader’s responsibility is to take the initiative and pursue peace in these scenarios.
I think Messiah College will be able to further prepare me for the world beyond my schooling. I hope that I can work toward fulfilling this mission statement by searching deeper still into these aspects of life and gaining knowledge along the way. I am excited to be challenged and am committed to striving for excellence and doing my best in every aspect of this new phase of life.