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VisionBethel | U is designed to provide up to 12-months of education, experience and exposure forindividuals who sense acall to ministry and desireintensive training within a

local church environment.ValuesThe holistic development of Students takes priority over their duties. We are more concerned with how interns grow through their experiences than what they can do for Bethel Church.

Students will have opportunities to grow their education, gifts, passions and leadership skills.

Student development will happen within community, on teams, and in proximity to leaders.

While students may serve primarily in one ministry area, interns will be exposed to a broad range of ministries and multi-site experiences.

In an environment that’s always moving, no week will ever look the same. In general, 30% of an intern’s time will be devoted to his/her assigned department(s) and mentor. 30% of time will be spent on course study through Northwest U. The final 30% will be around discipleship through daily discussion, teachings and chapel times. The final 10% is through having fun and exploring the Pacific Northwest!

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BethelU focuses specifically on three areas: exposure, experience, and education. Within these, three subsets will be covered. Alongside the student, we will explore:

Behind the scenes: what happens behind the curtain of church ministry; the ins and outs

Beneath the surface: what growth, changes, and challenges are occurring

Beyond our walls: what it looks like to serve beyond ourselves; both now and in the future

Exposure Experience Education

Behind the ScenesDiscover the nuts, bolts and daily grind of church staff/

ministry while serving in our church

Beneath the SurfaceEngage in one-on-one

personal development with ministry director

Beyond our WallsServe in our local

community with others from Bethel

Behind the ScenesCultivate your relationship

with Jesus through daily devotional times

Beneath the SurfaceLearn your strengths, spiritual

gifts and develop spiritual disciplines through your

mentorship

Beyond our WallsParticipate in furthering the

Kingdom of God as a response to your daily devotion to Jesus

Behind the ScenesDaily set aside time for

coursework

Beneath the SurfaceEvaluate the call of ministry

by learning directly from Bethel leaders and staff

Beyond our WallsEnd your time at BethelU with education and real ministry

experience

Our Model

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Outreach• Healing & Recovery

• Global & Local Outreach• Pastoral Care

• Connections• Mens & Womens Ministry

• Events• Small Groups

• Middle School• High School

• Young Adults• Sports

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T H E D E T A I L S

Schooling OptionsFull Time: Full credit load through Northwest U.

Part Time : Half time credit load. This provides the opportunity to have a job outside of Bethel U.

Credits through Northwest U are $316 per Credit

HousingHousing is available for those who live outside the Tri-Cities area. Housing options are made available upon request. Free Host homes as well as roommate matching for off campus apartment are available.Study Space

Students will be provided with a study space at Bethel Richland Campus. It will also double as a worship space, teaching space and lounge.

School CreditEach student will receive 3 credits per semester for their work at Bethel Church.

TransportationThe majority of the intern’s responsibilities will require that he/she have a reliable form of transportation. If an intern doesn’t have a working vehicle, options are available.

Eligibility Bethel’s internship program is open to anyone interested in pursuing a ministry call and has obtained a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Other EmploymentDue to the University nature of the Bethel U program, alternative employment is acceptable however we encourage that your approach to this program be as a full-time student. Students should be aware that there may be late hours of ministry that could inhibit work capacity.

Bethel U Calendar (10 months)Semester 1: September through December Semester 2: January through May

Optional Summer Add-on: June and JulyThis would be an extension of the 10-month program and would be completed at the end of the ten-month school year (following the spring semester). These are approved on a case-by-case basis.

Medical InsuranceMedical insurance will be required. Students will be responsible for their own medical insurance while participating in the Bethel U program.(Assistance may be available on a case-by-case basis to help purchase insurance).

ExpectationsStudents are expected to abide by the Bethel membership covenant (though NOT expected to join church membership) and embrace our Bethel Values.

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Bethel wants to help Students because there shouldn’t be anything that stands in the

way of people pursuing God’s ministry call.

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• Students will know within ten days of the interview and acceptance to Northwest U if they have been selected or if additional information is needed

• If recommended for final selection, students will be asked to complete a background check (18 and over, paid for by Bethel) before final acceptance

• Additional references may be requested

• Selected students will participate in one interview (face-to-face or video) with the selection team

• Cover letter

• Completed application

• Pastor Recommendation letter

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