The ministry includes the 7th through 12th grade student population within Bethel as well as in the surrounding community.

Responsibilities, Expectations, and Qualifications include:
oA humble person of great faith and solid demonstrated character as described in scripture. (e.g. Phil. 2:14-16, 1 John 3:16-20, Eph. 5:1-3)
oA person who is actively pursuing wholeness and holiness in an open, transparent manner.
oA Leader of leaders with demonstrated abilities to lead and refine a growing ministry by recruiting, equipping, overseeing and coordinating adult leaders and mentors.
oA proven partner with parents and a visible champion for youth within the local community and school system.
oDemonstrated ability to lead inclusively across the entire youth ministry for both age and gender.
oAble to provide appropriate mentoring and counseling of youth in a relevant transformational manner.
oAble to engage with youth within their age context and communication channels.
oA gifted preacher/teacher who can share the truths of scripture in a variety of settings to include youth group, retreats, small groups, Bible studies, and weekend services as directed.
oCoordinate and encourage the participation of youth within the greater church including attending weekend worship services, serving in areas in support of those weekend services, as well as serving within the community as part of the churches local outreach.
oA Bachelor's degree to be relevant to the position: biblical studies, youth ministry, Christian education. Seminary degree program is preferred.
o3 to 5 years of successful youth ministry experience (7th – 12th grade), preferably full time.
oA likely skill and gift mix would include: Leadership, Administration, Communication, Counseling, Encouragement, Discernment and Teaching.

The Associate Pastor of Youth Ministry will report directly to Bethel's Executive Pastor. Resumes can be sent to youthsearchteam@bethelowatonna.com or via mail to:

Bethel Church
Attn: Youth Search Team
1611 Hemlock Ave
Owatonna MN 55060