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| These individuals empathize with others, feeling compassion and a desire to help. They are able to help with the grieving process or acclimate individuals to a new environment. |
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| Bereavement |
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The grief process is multi-layered. Help is needed to counsel members and family through their loss, organize funeral services, and prepare meals. |
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| Chinese Translators |
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Many languages are spoken by KCBT members. We provide translators for Chinese speakers during the Summit and on other occasions. |
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| Connections - EMTs |
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Connections Ministries encompass every aspect of service that helps our guests and members feel at home and comfortable each week. A friendly smile and a helping hand qualify you for this vital ministry.
Help is needed for ensure the health and well-being of KCBT guests and members. Medical professionals (nurses, doctors, and EMTs) carry a pager during worship services and respond to emergency situations. Team members should be able to offer triage care until emergency help arrives.
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| Connections - Greeters |
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Connections Ministries encompass every aspect of service that helps our guests and members feel at home and comfortable each week. A friendly smile and a helping hand qualify you for this vital ministry.
Greeters welcome KCBT members and guests to our facilities and help locate classrooms and seating. Team members should be sensitive to meet the spiritual needs of individuals. A friendly smile and helping hand qualify you for this ministry.
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| Hospital and Shut-In Visitation |
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KCBT offices are often contacted when members and their families find themselves in the hospital. Othe members are unable to join the main body for worship services for a variety of reasons. Members with open daytime hours are needed to help visit with and pray for these individuals, providing a listening ear during difficult situations. |
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| English as a Second Language |
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This ministry works with students and immigrants to the United States, helping them learn the English language. Participants should have a heart for learning other cultures and helping assimilate others to life in the States. |
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| International Student Ministry |
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The International Student Ministry gives us the chance to assist international students attending classes at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) and Avila. Whether you pick a new arrival up at the airport, provide housing until more permanent arrangements are established, or take students shopping, each opportunity allows you to establish a true friendship with students far from home.
A training session is provided once each year to help train new ministry team members in cross-cultural issues, responsibilities, and things that should/should not be done when relating to students. This ministry is for those willing to spend time developing a solid relationship with individuals, which provides opportunities to share the gospel when the students are ready to hear (rather than when we are ready to share). The following is a list of opportunities throughout the year to interact with international students. The ISM Team meets for lunch regularly; students are also welcome at these meetings.
- Airport pickup
- Provide housing until students are able to find their own apartment, their dorm room becomes available, etc. This is typically between two days and two weeks.
- Conversational English classes. These classes meet bi-weekly; they are not held during the summer months.
- Walmart shopping trips. These trips occur bi-weekly.
- Special local events. Past events include Union Station, the Truman Presidential Library, and Old Missouri Town.
- Out of town trips. Past trips include Omaha, Nebraska and St. Louis, Missouri.
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| People Ministries - Visitation |
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People Ministries help assimilate guests to our local body through personal contacts. Whether responding to questions over the phone or in person, compassion and a helping hand encourage a loving, caring environment.
KCBT receives request via phone and request cards for visits and/or housecalls. Men and women are needed to pray, counsel, answer questions, and share the gospel with these contacts.
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| Rest Home Ministry |
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Men who can preach God's Word and care for the elderly are needed to preach one Sunday per month in KC Metro area rest homes. Family participation is strongly encouraged as children can have a tremendous impact on the elderly. Pianos are often available in these facilities, and it is recommended that music be incorporated into the service. |
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| Wedding Coordinator |
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Wedding coordinators provide assistance, direction, and guidance to the bride and groom as related to their use of KCBT facilities for their wedding and/or reception. |
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