Mentoring
In a Christian discipleship context, a mentor is someone with the necessary experience, knowledge and maturity who commits to assisting you in your spiritual, personal and ministry development through an intentional relationship. This type of mentoring has always been part of Christian growth and discipleship.
A few Biblical examples of mentors include…
Moses > Joshua (Ex 33:11; Num 11:28, 27:15-23; Deut 3:28)
Elijah > Elisha (1 Kings 19:16, 19-21; 2 Kings 2:1-18)
Naomi > Ruth (Ruth)
Barnabas > Paul > Timothy (Acts 11:25-26, 16:1-3; Phil 2:22; 1 & 2 Tim)
Jesus > the Twelve (Matt, Mk, Lk, Jn)
What is Bethel’s approach to mentoring?
- Mentee initiated relationships tend to work best. - Identify growth areas. Identify potential mentors. Ask someone to be your mentor.
- Start by assessing needs and agreeing on objectives - What will the focus be? How often will you meet? Set a time to reevaluate your commitment and objectives (maybe after 4 meetings).
- Follow up with someone from the Mentoring Core Team - Attend orientation. Receive periodic support emails. Meet with a core team member. Share suggestions.
What should I look for in a mentor?
You may want to consider these questions when looking for a mentor.
- Do they live a life of spiritual maturity; one worth imitating?
- Do they have a solid understanding of the scriptures?
- Are they an encourager?
- Do they see potential in people?
- Would we have good chemistry and both enjoy the relationship?
- Are we the same gender?
- Are they available?
What is the Mentoring Core Team and who is involved?
The Mentoring Core Team is a small team of people passionate bout mentoring who desire to see everyone mentoring and being mentored. Our job is to encourage those that are in mentoring relationships, provide mentoring tools and trainings, and pray with and for mentors and mentees. The team includes…
Stacy Shradar - Mentoring Coordinator
Dave Hilliard - Senior Director of Adult Ministries
Pam Purvis
Brad Wagoner
Who do I contact with questions about mentoring?
Email Stacy Shradar at stacy.shradar@bethel-church.org
- Do you have any questions about mentoring? Please don’t hesitate to email.
- Let us know if you are currently mentoring someone or being mentored. We want to learn from your experience and support you on your journey.
- Let us know if you would like help identifying a mentor or if you would like to become a mentor.
Need help finding a mentor and one for people wanting to become mentors?
Questionnaire for those looking for a mentor: Click Here
Questionnaire for those who want to become a mentor: Click Here
