As you know, we are presently looking for a man to serve the Canyon View congregation as Youth and Family Minister. Although many will, in the weeks to come, call about the position, few will actually be interviewed and only one will be chosen.

The reason for the slowness of the process is that not many applicants can demonstrate the qualifications that we desire for this position. In order to help you identify the right person when he comes, here are 3 key requirements that the successful applicant must have.

1. HE MUST FIT OUT “PROFILE.”

We want a man between 25-35 years old who is married and has completed his education/training with at least three years of experience in youth work. We are looking for a mature person who has a proven family, educational and ministry background - not a novice in any of these areas.

2. HE MUST BE BIBLE-CENTERED!

The basic work of ministers, whether they be “Youth” or otherwise is to teach and apply God’s word. This requires that the applicant know the word and know how to use the word accurately. A good way to determine this is to observe if the applicant bases his answers to Bible related questions on actual scripture references or personal opinion. A good minister will easily and confidently preface his remarks with God’s word, not stories or feelings.

3. HE MUST LOVE THE CHURCH!

Our youth minister must love the church, not just this congregation. Our young people need to see and learn how wonderful the Church of Christ is and how to establish and promote New Testament Christianity in the next generation. We want a man who understands our history and can help our youth prepare themselves for church planting and leadership in the future.

Finding the right man is not easy so ask God to direct him to us and pray that we have the wisdom to recognize him when he comes. In the meantime, let’s support the brethren who are doing their best to minister to our youth while we wait.