Ministry Jobs in Kansas

Senior Pastor

First Baptist Church of Arkansas City

Arkansas City, KS

$50,000

Lead Pastor First Baptist Church – Arkansas City, Kansas First Baptist Church of Arkansas City is prayerfully seeking a Lead Pastor who faithfully seeks God’s direction through prayer, possesses a true shepherd’s heart, and is passionate about God, His Word, and His people. We desire a pastor of integrity who maintains a growing and vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ and who leads others through humble and Christ-centered leadership. Our next pastor will be a man who loves Scripture, values discipleship, and has a deep desire to see people grow in their faith and reach others with the Gospel. The Lead Pastor will serve alongside an Elder Board that provides spiritual oversight for the church, working collaboratively to guide the congregation in biblical teaching, spiritual growth, and meaningful ministry. About Our Church First Baptist Church is a multi-generational congregation affiliated with American Baptist Churches. We are a church family that values strong biblical teaching, authentic relationships, and a deep commitment to missions and serving our community. Our weekly attendance averages 150–175 people, and we are located in Arkansas City, Kansas, a welcoming community in south-central Kansas near the Oklahoma border. The people of First Baptist Church are committed to Christ, to one another, and are eager to follow the leadership of the pastor God is preparing for us. The Ideal Candidate The pastor we are seeking is a servant leader who demonstrates humility, wisdom, and a heart for people. He should be relational, approachable, and able to build meaningful connections across generations. We value a pastor who: - Loves preaching and teaching God’s Word faithfully - Possesses a shepherd’s heart for caring for people - Demonstrates spiritual maturity and integrity - Has a passion for discipleship and spiritual growth - Leads with humility, wisdom, and prayerful discernment - Values authentic relationships within the church family Preferred Qualifications - Demonstrated strength in preaching, leadership, and shepherding - Ability to connect with and lead a multi-generational congregation - Relational leadership style with strong interpersonal skills - Commitment to discipleship and equipping others for ministry - Seminary degree (M.Div.) or equivalent theological training preferred - Previous pastoral or associate pastoral ministry experience Candidates should also meet the biblical qualifications for pastoral leadership described in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9. A competitive salary and benefits package will be offered based on experience and qualifications. Application Process Interested candidates should submit the following to Gregg Hemmen (gregg.hemmen@abccr.org) - Resume - Statement of faith - Links to recent sermons - References

Kids Pastor

Fellowship West

Kansas City, KS

Kids Pastor – Profile of Expectations Role Summary The Kids Pastor provides spiritual leadership, vision, and oversight for all children’s ministry environments (birth–5th grade). This role exists to help children know Jesus, equip parents as primary disciplers, and build a strong, healthy volunteer culture. All of this will fall under our church mission: Share Jesus, Disciple Believers, and Love People. This position is built around a threefold focus: 1. Connect with Kids 2. Connect with Parents 3. Connect with Volunteers 1. Connect with Kids (Discipleship & Environment) Create engaging, Christ-centered environments where kids love coming to church and clearly understand the gospel. • Teach and oversee biblically sound, age-appropriate content • Handle the Word of God with accuracy, clarity, and passion (2 Timothy 2:15) • Design environments that are fun, safe, clean, and spiritually intentional • Ensure every child is known, welcomed, and valued • Develop systems for guest follow-up and next steps (salvation, baptism, discipleship) 2. Connect with Parents (Partnership & Influence) Partner with moms and dads as the primary spiritual leaders of their children. • Build relational trust with parents • Communicate consistently what kids are learning and how to reinforce it at home • Provide tools for discipleship at home • Be visible and available before and after services • Create engagement touchpoints like parent meetings and milestone moments 3. Connect with Volunteers (Leadership & Culture) Recruit, train, and care for a thriving volunteer team. • Proactively recruit and onboard volunteers • Build a leadership pipeline • Provide clear roles, training, and coaching • Foster a culture of appreciation and spiritual growth • Maintain strong scheduling and communication systems 4. Community Engagement (Outreach & Presence) Extend the church’s influence into the community. • Engage in local sports, schools, and family activities • Build relationships with coaches, teachers, and community leaders • Create outreach opportunities for unchurched families • Support or lead community events 5. Leadership & Execution Lead with vision, energy, and spiritual maturity • Plan and execute weekly services with excellence • Stay organized and follow through on details • Collaborate with church staff • Steward budget and resources wisely Key Characteristics Strong communicator • Relational and approachable • Organized and dependable • Team builder • Passionate about kids and families • Spiritually mature and grounded Win Statements A Kids Pastor is winning when: • Kids are excited and growing in faith • Parents feel equipped and supported • Volunteers are thriving and multiplying • The ministry is reaching the community Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, prescription, and retirement. To apply, send a resume with cover letter to jobs@fellowshipwest.com

Pastor of Children and Young Families

Emmanuel Baptist Church

Overland Park, KS

PASTOR OF CHILDREN & YOUNG FAMILIES Emmanuel Baptist Church – Overland Park, KS www.emmanuelopks.org The Opportunity Emmanuel Baptist Church is a biblically grounded, multi-generational Southern Baptist church with a rich history of faithful preaching and church planting in the Kansas City area. We believe God has positioned our church for a new season of reaching and discipling young families—and we are seeking a high-capacity leader to build and lead a thriving, disciple-making ministry to children and their parents. This is not simply a role to maintain existing programs. This is an opportunity to shape the future of the next generation at Emmanuel. About the Role The Pastor of Children and Young Families will serve as one of the pastor-elders of Emmanuel, sharing in the spiritual leadership and shepherding of the church alongside the pastoral team, while giving primary vision, leadership, and strategy to the discipleship of children (birth–6th grade) and their families. This role reports to the Executive Pastor and works closely with the staff team. What You’ll Lead 1. VISION & STRATEGY - Develop and implement a clear, compelling vision for children and young families that aligns with the mission of Emmanuel - Build systems that move families from first-time guests ? engaged ? growing disciples - Evaluate and strengthen existing ministry environments to maximize effectiveness and alignment 2. DISCIPLESHIP ENVIRONMENTS - Lead engaging, biblically rich Sunday and midweek environments for children - Ensure all teaching and curriculum are theologically sound and developmentally effective - Equip parents to disciple their children in the home 3. VOLUNTEER & LEADER DEVELOPMENT - Build and sustain a healthy, growing volunteer culture - Recruit, train, and develop leaders—not just fill roles - Create systems that make serving clear, meaningful, and sustainable 4. OUTREACH & ASSIMILATION - Design and execute strategies to reach unchurched families in the community - Ensure clear, effective follow-up and next steps for new families - Lead key outreach initiatives (e.g., VBS, seasonal events, family-focused gatherings) 5. SHEPHERDING & COMMUNITY - Build relationships with young families and serve as a pastoral presence in their lives - Foster meaningful community among families through groups and connection points - Help integrate children and families into the broader life of the church Serve as a visible and trusted pastoral presence in the broader life of the church, not only within the children and families ministry What Success Looks Like - A growing and engaged volunteer leadership team - Increasing number of young families connecting into groups and church life - Clear and effective assimilation pathway for new families - Strong, engaging discipleship environments for children - Measurable impact in reaching new families in the community Who You Are We are seeking not simply a ministry leader, but a pastor who will serve as part of our pastoral team, helping shepherd and lead Emmanuel as a whole. A PASTOR & LEADER - You carry the heart of a shepherd, not just a ministry builder - You think in systems, not just programs - You take ownership and move things forward - You can build, organize, and improve ministry environments A DISCIPLE-MAKER - You are passionate about helping children and families follow Jesus - You value both theological depth and practical application A TEAM BUILDER - You recruit and develop people naturally - You create cultures people want to be part of A MISSIONAL THINKER - You are energized by reaching people not yet connected to the church - You think beyond the walls, not just within them Qualifications - Meets the biblical qualifications of an elder (1 Timothy 3, Titus 1) and is able to serve in a pastoral leadership role within the church - Strong biblical and theological foundation - 5+ years of ministry experience preferred (children, next-gen, or other pastoral leadership) - Proven ability to lead teams and build systems - Strong communication and relational skills About Emmanuel Baptist Church Denomination: Southern Baptist Convention Attendance: ~350 Location: Overland Park, KS (Kansas City metro) Emmanuel is committed to: - Biblical Preaching - Authentic Community - Great Commission Focus - We are a church that values both deep theological conviction and active mission, locally and globally. About Overland Park, KS - Overland Park is one of the best places to live in the United States, known for: - Excellent schools - Safe, family-friendly communities - Strong economy - Access to the Kansas City metro (culture, sports, food) Next Steps If you are interested in exploring this opportunity, please submit: - Resume - Cover letter (including your sense of calling to this role) - Teaching sample if available (video link preferred) Send materials to: dbailey@emmanuelopks.org

Youth Pastor

Cornerstone Fellowship

Greensburg, KS

$22,000

Youth Pastor Profile Cornerstone Fellowship Greensburg, KS JOB DESCRIPTION: Cornerstone Fellowship, Greensburg, KS, is seeking to hire a youth pastor. The ideal candidate would be highly relational, Gospel-driven, committed to discipleship, and able to communicate effectively with both youth and their families. In addition to salary, a parsonage is provided. This is a new ministry position with opportunities to expand from part-time to full-time. We currently have a small, established youth program with desires to expand our programming and reach. We have a dedicated youth ministry building with 3500 square feet in the main room, additional classroom space, paved parking lot, and adjacent fields that would be at the disposal of our youth program. Additionally, it is equipped with a projector, screen, and sound system that could support a worship band. EXPERIENCE: Formal ministry training and experience preferred but not required. We are willing to come alongside, mentor, and train the right candidate. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: - Lead Youth Sunday School (Sundays at 9:30 am; curriculum provided; Gospel Project). - Plan, lead, and oversee Youth Group (Sundays at 6:30 pm). - Plan and lead a few youth outings per year (such as concerts, camping, service opportunities, meet-ups with other youth groups, etc.). - Assist in worship services as needed with occasional opportunities to preach depending on need, gifting, and availability with other duties. - Establish a youth discipleship program (this is a new ministry and could be a scheduled mid-week gathering or done in small groups or one-on-one settings). - Establish a presence in the local community, getting to know youth in settings outside the church, through the school system, sporting events, community events, etc. - Function as and perform the duties of an Elder NON-NEGOTIABLES: - Meet the requirements of church leadership as laid out in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1. - A committed follower of Jesus Christ who can interact with the youth, congregation, and wider community in a way that is professional, safe, and above reproach. - To be in agreement with Cornerstone Fellowship’s Statement of Faith. - To be a visible part of Cornerstone Fellowship as evidenced by regular attendance at worship service and participation in other church events or ministries. - To be a humble, teachable, servant leader. - PAY AND BENEFITS: This is a 20-hour-per-week salaried position at $22,000 a year. In addition you will have full use of a 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 1600 sq ft parsonage. All utilities and fiber internet included. REPORTS TO: Lead Pastor and Elder Board ABOUT CORNERSTONE FELLOWSHIP: Cornerstone Fellowship was founded in 2024 as a merger between the First Baptist Church of Greensburg, KS and Greensburg Christian Church with the expressed purpose that together we could have a greater impact with the Gospel in Kiowa County and beyond. We are a multigenerational, non-denominational church that is united in Jesus Christ with an attendance of around 70 people. We are able to offer Sunday School for all ages, mid-week Bible study, and a men’s and women’s group in addition to our Youth Group. We have 2 buildings, one of which is set aside for use by the youth. There are approximately a dozen youth who are eligible for youth group and several more opportunities for growth in the wider community. We are located in Greensburg, KS, a rural farming community with a population of around 700 people. We have a strong school system and local hospital. Nearly the entire town was destroyed by an EF5 tornado in 2007. Everything in town was rebuilt following the tornado, offering us many amenities that would not typically be found in other small towns. Please visit: https://www.livekiowacountyks.com/ to see what is available in the community as well as other employment opportunities nearby to see if our youth pastor opening might be a good fit for you. TO APPLY: Please send a resume and cover letter to CornerstoneFellowship2024@gmail.com. We will be accepting applications until the position is filled.