Associate Pastor Sunflower Bible Church

non – denominational

WEEKLY ATTENDANCE: 130

Meet Sunflower Bible Church
If you are looking for a vibrant, non-denominational church in the Kansas City metro, check out Sunflower Bible Church. They launched in January 2025 to reach the rapidly growing suburbs of Olathe, KS with the mission to faithfully shine the light of Jesus Christ for the glory of God to a fading world. Kansas is the “Sunflower State,” and their name reflects their passion for the local community.

Just one seed can produce an extraordinary harvest. They encourage every believer to Sow Abundantly, Grow Biblically, and Pray Always for the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

What sets Sunflower Bible Church apart is its authentic, quickly forming congregation where people are truly known and cared for. From the moment you step inside, you’ll find great coffee, handmade treats, and warm, genuine families who make you feel ir intergenerational congregation and contemporary worship services offer something for everyone. They’re a down-to-earth church that welcomes people as they are, shaped by a staff culture that values unity, hard work, and servant leadership.

The Gospel Coalition’s doctrinal convictions form Sunflower’s theological foundations and motivation for missions. They’re a “Sow First” church striving to invite 10,000 people to hear the Gospel preached while dedicating 20% of their budget to support pioneer missions in India, Ethiopia, and Panama. Their ambitious vision is to grow beyond 250 weekly attenders and expand west in their growing city. If you feel called to serve a Christ-centered church working hard to reach the lost, Sunflower Bible Church invites you to join their flourishing ministry.

The Associate Pastor serves and partners with the Lead Pastor in overseeing the spiritual direction, preaching, ministry, outreach, and worship services of Sunflower Bible Church. His particular focus is to grow and shepherd the church’s discipleship pathway, focusing specifically on youth ministry and small group ministry. He must be committed to equipping our congregation to sow abundantly, grow biblically, and pray always for the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

The Associate Pastor’s responsibilities include:

• Next Generation:
  
  Develops and implements the church’s vision and mission for youth ministry—middle school & high school.
• Small Groups:
  
  Helps the Lead Pastor in developing and implementing a small group ministry that engages the local community.
• Church Ministry:
  
  Collaborates with church staff and volunteers to facilitate weekly church ministry as well as special events, such as local outreach, retreats, conferences, outdoor baptisms, memorial services, etc.
• Preaching:
  
  Serves as a primary teacher for youth ministry and preaches to the whole church during Sunday Worship services about once a month.
• Worship:
  
  If the associate pastor has any musical skills, he’ll be encouraged to occasionally serve alongside our Worship Director in worship planning.
• Outreach:
  
  Oversees local community partnerships, outreach initiatives, and mission work along with other church leaders and staff.
• Communication:
  
  Clearly communicates the church’s vision and values to the congregation and the wider community.
• Confession of Faith & Church Bylaws:
  
  Safeguards Sunflower Bible Church by upholding the church’s beliefs and non-denominational governance.

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Associate Pastor:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an Accredited Evangelical Seminary, Bible College, or Equivalent Training/Education Program.
• 5 or more years of ministry experience.

• Must have good preaching and communication skills, serving as the…