SENIOR PASTOR (FT), Kansas Mission Church (Overland Park, KS)

  • Kansas Mission Church (kansasmissionchurch.com)
  • 8841 Glenwood St, Overland Park, KS 66212
  • Senior Pastor
  • Full-Time
  • Posted: June 14, 2025

About Kansas Mission Church

Kansas Mission Church (KMC) is a theologically conservative, evangelical, non-denominational church located in Overland Park, Kansas, a vibrant suburb near Kansas City that consistently ranks among the best places to live and raise a family in the United States according to many publications and organizations. KMC is dedicated to faithfully preaching the Word of God and nurturing believers in a spirit of humility and service. It is a Korean-American English Ministry (EM) that operates with its own governance, budget, and leadership team, partnering closely with the Korean-language Ministry (KM).
The church is seeking a Senior Pastor to lead and shepherd the English Ministry congregation in close partnership with the Elders, Deacons, and staff. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a deep commitment to serving the church with compassion, humility, and transparency, guiding the congregation in their spiritual growth. This individual should possess strong administrative and leadership skills while also fostering a culture of collaboration and growth. Above all, the church seeks a pastor who exemplifies Christ-like character and is committed to equipping the church family to live for Christ both in public and private life.

What God Is Doing at KMC

  • Our body consists of multiple generations and ethnicities, with growing families and a
    strong sense of community.
  • We have a dedicated and active volunteer base eager for fellowship and service.
  • We support local and global missionaries and desire to grow in our witness to our local community.

Our Vision

  • To sanctify our members through teaching the whole counsel of God’s Word.
  • To equip church members for ministry both within and outside the church.
  • To glorify God by making disciples of all generations and cultures.
  • To foster gospel–centered relationships and promote Christ-exalting worship.

Qualifications & Experience

  • A life that reflects the Biblical qualifications for a shepherding elder as outlined in 1
  • Timothy 3, Titus 1, and 1 Peter 5.
    • A personal, intimate relationship with God.
    • A life above reproach, striving for personal holiness.
    • If applicable, a faithful husband and father, effectively managing his own household.
    • Able to teach, defend, and apply sound doctrine.
    • Self-controlled, respectable, and hospitable.
    • Committed to continual personal development and spiritual growth.
    • Demonstrates personal accountability and seeks mentorship.
  • Alignment with KMC’s Vision and Beliefs.
  • Master of Divinity degree from an ATS-accredited institution.
  • At least three years of pastoral experience.
  • Strong and effective communication skills.
  • Experience with diverse and multigenerational congregation(s).
  • Able to preach the Word of God with clarity.
  • Able to foster healthy team dynamics, address tensions and conflicts with grace, and build trust among staff and church members.
  • Able to provide care and promote development both spiritually and in leadership for the staff and lay leaders.
  • Preferred: ordained in a conservative evangelical denomination.
  • Preferred: Experience in a Korean-American ministry context.At least three years of pastoral experience.

    Please see the job description for the full text.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee Sunday worship services, including preaching and leading the congregation in worship.
  • Regularly meet with church leadership for training, planning, and discipleship.
  • Maintain office hours for study, prayer, and visitation of church members.
  • Attend and serve at church events, functions, and special services.

Weekly Expectations

Sermon Preparation and Congregational Care (60-70%)

  • Preaching, teaching, counseling, visitations, and discipleship.
  • Leading monthly prayer services.

Administration and Operations (30-40%)

  • Staff training and support, including the onboarding of new staff.
  • Coordinating church communications and utilizing church management software.
  • Planning and scheduling major church events (e.g., Annual Growth in Grace Conference) and routine maintenance.
  • Help maintain basic facility upkeep.

Compensation:

  • $75,000-$95,000 (Base salary commensurate with experience)
  • Health insurance
  • Car allowance
  • Continuing education (conference, education, books)
  • Mobile phone
  • Retirement plan contribution
  • Paid time off

If there are benefits not listed here that you believe are essential, we’re open to conversation.

To Apply:

Job Category: Adult Ministry
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Kansas Overland Park