1 Peter 2:9 KJV: But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.

Vision: The vision of Bethlehem Baptist Church Youth Department, HOLY NATION, is to provide a community for school grade students K-12th with a place to freely learn the principles and values of Christ and to empower and equip them to utilize those values in their personal lives and to minister to others.

Holy Nation Leaders:
Director: Ms. Jasmine McLeod
Assistant Director: Mrs. Carlicia Battle
Advisor & Youth Church Leader: Mrs. Carmen Allen
Deacon: Deacon Austin Jinks

Holy Nation Auxiliary Leaders:
Holy Nation Youth Choir Leader: Ms. Kavidra Harper
Holy Nation Dance Leader: Ms. Kelli DeGraffenreid
Holy Nation Ushers: Ms. Teresa Duval & Ms. Tamera Varner Boyd