
The Kentucky-Tennessee Conference administration is pleased to announce that, after a thoughtful search process and much prayer, the Executive Committee has extended an invitation of employment to Shelina Bonjour as the new youth director, effective January 1, 2025.
Bonjour comes to Kentucky-Tennessee from the Minnesota Conference, where she has served as the youth and camp director since 2018. She brings with her experience in leadership development, spiritual mentorship, and youth programming.
A passionate advocate for youth ministries, Bonjour holds a bachelor of arts in theology and communication from Union College, and a master of arts in pastoral ministry from Andrews University. She was commissioned as a minister in 2017.
Bonjour’s journey in ministry began more than a decade ago and was deeply inspired by her father’s example of serving God both at church and at home. From a young age, she called Jesus her best friend and dreamed of sharing His love with others. She has served as a pastor at Pathways Fellowship in Minnesota, where she initiated youth outreach programs that revitalized engagement and community participation. She has also served as youth and outreach associate in Idaho, where she mentored youth and organized numerous outreach initiatives.
Most recently, Bonjour’s leadership at North Star Camp in Minnesota resulted in record-breaking attendance, with more than 769 campers attending during the past two summers.
“Camp ministry is life-changing,” said Bonjour. “It provides young people with mountain-top experiences that connect them with Jesus in a profound and lasting way. I’ve seen campers make decisions for baptism, form lifelong friendships, and grow into leaders who go on to serve in their churches and communities.”
Bonjour will be relocating to the Kentucky-Tennessee territory with her husband, David, and their two-year-old daughter, Davina. The family is excited to begin this new chapter of ministry.
“What I’m looking forward to the most is creating a space where families can connect with each other and with God through camp ministry and special events,” said Bonjour. “I’m also excited to work alongside club ministries like Pathfinders and Adventurers, equipping leaders, and helping young people grow spiritually and develop life skills.”
The Conference is delighted to welcome Shelina Bonjour and her family to the Kentucky-Tennessee family.
Kentucky-Tennessee | February 2025

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