Senior Pastor

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established church in Kansas City is seeking a full-time Senior Pastor to lead its congregation with spiritual oversight and discipleship. This role involves teaching and preaching the Holy Bible, providing pastoral care, and overseeing church operations. The ideal candidate will be a committed servant-leader with a strong personal relationship with Jesus Christ, embodying integrity, humility, and a passion for community. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of church members and the broader community, guiding them in their faith journey and fostering a loving church environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Biblical/Pastoral studies from an accredited Bible College.
• Must meet Scriptural requirements of an elder.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual oversight and discipleship for church ministries.
• Teach and preach the Holy Bible; prepare and deliver sermons.

Skills

Spiritual Leadership

Biblical Counseling

Teaching and Preaching

Communication

Relationship Building

Education

Degree in Biblical/Pastoral Studies

Job description

Senior Pastor Position
HOPE FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH
Kansas City, MO (hfc-kc.org/jobs)

We are prayerfully seeking a full-time senior pastor, called by God to provide spiritual leadership in accordance with our core values to fulfill our mission statement:
To help people learn to know, love, serve, and share Jesus Christ while being a family beyond the family.

Responsibilities:

• Leading – providing spiritual oversight and discipleship while planning, directing, and supporting various church ministries in collaboration with other church leaders.
• Communicating – teaching and preaching the Holy Bible; preparing and delivering sermons and lessons; promoting the church’s vision, mission, and evangelistic outreach.
• Ministering – providing pastoral care; developing relationships with the congregation; shepherding; Biblical counseling; performing weddings and funerals; visiting the hospitalized, sick, and shut-ins.
• Administering – overseeing the daily operations of the church, its staff, and volunteers in partnership with the Deacons and the Advisory Board.

Expectations:

• A godly, committed servant-leader who enjoys a close personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• A mature Christian living an exemplary life, modeling the call, character, and competencies as an elder.
• A person of integrity, humility, peace, gentleness, patience, kindness, self-control, and perseverance; highly motivated and financially responsible.
• Loves God and people; slow to anger; treats others respectfully; listens well, encourages and mentors.
• Supports and engages with the North American Baptist Conference and Southwestern Association

Qualifications:

• Degree in Biblical/Pastoral studies from an accredited Bible College or University.
• Meets all Scriptural requirements of an elder as identified in 1 Timothy 3, Titus 1, and 1 Peter 5.
• Intentionally pursues and models ongoing personal spiritual development.
• Agrees with and adheres to the HFC Statement of Beliefs, NAB Pastoral Code of Ethics, NAB Affirmation of Marriage, and the HFC Membership Covenant.
• Finalists must agree to a background and credit check.

To Apply:

Send the following items via email to [e-mail]

• Detailed Resume listing all experience
• Written Personal Testimony
• Three (3) Video Links to recent sermons where you are currently serving or have served
• Minimum of three (3) written spiritual references with contact information, with at least one from a senior pastor and one from a church official