MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• A follower of Jesus Christ who lives a Godly and Spirit filled life according to the virtues found in 1
Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9
• Education: Minimum of a Master of Divinity or equivalent degree
• Experience: Prior ministry experience of at least 10 years. A minimum of 3 years in the role of lead
pastor or associate pastor with lead preaching experience and responsibility for other staff
• EFCA Affiliation: The candidate shall be in agreement with the EFCA Statement of Faith and EFCA
Distinctives and be credentialed by the EFCA, or will pursue EFCA credentialing immediately after hire.
In addition, the candidate shall be in agreement with Bethany’s Statement of Faith