Senior Pastor

Lifepoint Church; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fellowship Olathe seeks a Senior Pastor who is a shepherd at heart, loves Christ, faithfully teaches God’s Word, and loves people. The candidate will be ordained, hold graduate theological training (MDiv preferred), and bring strong pastoral leadership. Expository preaching and a vision for disciple-making are essential.

They will lead with humility, cultivate healthy systems, build teams, and unite generations under a shared mission for God’s glory.

Qualifications

• Clear calling to pastoral ministry and Great Commission.
• Ordained as minister of the Gospel.
• Graduate theology education (MDiv or equivalent preferred).
• Meaningful pastoral leadership experience and priority on prayer/Scripture.

Responsibilities

• Provide shepherding across generations with humility and presence.
• Lead with a God-centered vision and mission clarity.
• Develop healthy ministry systems and teams.
• Invest in future leaders and disciple-makers.

Skills

Pastoral leadership

Expository preaching

Prayer & Scripture study

Team building

Discipleship & development

Education

MDiv or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Pastor who is, first and foremost, a shepherd, who deeply loves Christ, faithfully teaches God's Word, and genuinely loves people. We desire a pastor who will rely on God's wisdom and lead our church forward for His glory. The man called to this role will meet the biblical qualifications of 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1, be ordained as a minister of the Gospel, and have graduate-level theological training (MDiv or equivalent preferred). He will bring meaningful pastoral leadership experience, demonstrate a strong commitment to prayer and Scripture, and fully align with the 2000 Baptist Faith & Message. We are looking for a pastor who is devoted to expository preaching - someone who communicates Scripture clearly, faithfully, and with practical application. He will serve as a caring shepherd, building relationships across generations and leading with humility, compassion, and presence in all seasons of life. He will also bring clarity to mission and vision, helping unify the church around a shared direction. As a leader, he will build strong teams, develop healthy systems, and foster a culture of collaboration and trust. He will be relationally wise, able to navigate challenges with grace, and committed to cultivating healthy communication. A strong emphasis on discipleship and leadership development is essential. He will help create clear pathways for spiritual growth while investing in future leaders and building sustainable ministry structures. Fellowship Olathe is a church with a strong foundation, a unified spirit, and a hopeful future. We are prayerfully seeking the man God is calling to shepherd our people and lead us into a season of clarity, unity, and mission impact for His glory.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A clear calling to pastoral ministry and a heart for the Great Commission
• Meets the biblical qualifications of 1 Timothy 3:2-7 and Titus 1
• Ordained as a minister of the Gospel
• Graduate-level theological education (MDiv or equivalent preferred)
• Has meaningful pastoral leadership experience
• Strong personal commitment to prayer and regular study of Scripture
• Alignment with the 2000 Baptist Faith & Message
• Embraces the Great Commandment and Great Commission as ministry priorities

The Opportunity Ahead

This is a meaningful and exciting moment in the life of our church. We are not starting from scratch - we are building on a strong foundation with real momentum.

We are ready for a leader who can:

• Bring clarity and alignment to our mission
• Strengthen systems and organizational health
• Develop leaders for the future
• Lead our church in step with God's vision and purpose
• Build on our strong missions identity