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Careers with Us

Join Our Team at Stephen Ministries

At Stephen Ministries St. Louis, we’re all about building a more caring world.

We’re a nonprofit Christian educational organization that has been equipping people for half a century to care and relate with excellence.

  • We’re best known for Stephen Ministry, our caring ministry system used in over 14,000 churches from over 190 faith traditions around the world.

  • We also produce books, courses, and other resources on topics such as grief, empathy, caring for those who are hurting, assertive relating, and leadership.

Our training and resources are being used by individuals, churches, schools, businesses, hospitals, and other organizations worldwide, making a difference in millions of lives.

As we celebrate 50 years in ministry and look toward the next 50 years, we are continuing to add to our team.

What It’s Like to Work at Stephen Ministries

Here’s what some of our team have said about working at Stephen Ministries:

  • Missy Towers

    I wanted to find a job with meaning and purpose—and Stephen Ministries has been the perfect fit. I love that no workday is the same, and I’m blessed by the many opportunities I have to talk with our constituents, hear their stories, and support them in their ministry.

    Missy

  • Robert Musser

    From the moment I arrived at the Stephen Ministries Center for an interview, everything clicked. It’s been a warm, encouraging environment for me to grow as a writer and editor and take on greater responsibilities—all while surrounded by a team of gifted, caring people.

    Robert

  • Janine Ushe

    What drew me to Stephen Ministries while I was in seminary was the flexible schedule that let me work around my classes. What’s kept me at Stephen Ministries are the opportunities I’ve had to use my psychology degree in a ministry setting, grow in my career, and work with amazing people on a life-changing mission.

    Janine

  • Justin Schlueter

    I had a heart for ministry when I was in seminary, but I wasn’t sure where God was leading me—until I found Stephen Ministries. Here, I get to connect with people from all over the world, conduct training, provide consultation and prayer to people going through ministry challenges, and see God at work in people’s lives firsthand.

    Justin

  • Isaac Akers

    I’m confident the work I do here is making the world a better place. Whether I’m writing books, managing publicity, producing videos, or anything else, I know the skills and gifts God has given me are making a huge difference in people’s lives.

    Isaac

  • Anna Barrett

    As a working mom, I’ve found the flexibility and understanding at Stephen Ministries amazing. I started working here full-time after college; then, once I started having kids, I moved to part-time. I truly believe I could never find another job with a better work environment, mission, and people.

    Anna

  • Kirk Geno

    After the Navy and college, I was looking for a career at an organization that made a real difference in people’s lives. I found that when God led me to Stephen Ministries. From day one, I’ve been able to use my gifts and grow my abilities in ways I never imagined.

    Kirk

  • Karen Klebe

    I’m so thankful the Lord led me to Stephen Ministries after I retired from teaching. It’s a blessing to be part of an organization that so strongly aligns with my values, has such a positive work environment, and empowers each of us to use our gifts to build a more caring world.

    Karen

A career at Stephen Ministries is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to be involved in meaningful work as part of a kind, collaborative, and Christ-centered team, working together to carry out a life-transforming mission.

Building a More Caring World Together

Building a more caring world starts with having a great team and a great work environment. That’s why, at Stephen Ministries, we hire people, not positions.

We’re on the lookout for people who are passionate about our mission, a good fit for our team, and driven to succeed. We work with each staff member to craft a role that matches their gifts, skills, experiences, and interests with the needs and goals of our organization. Members of our team typically serve in one or a combination of these work areas:

Typical Work Areas at Stephen Ministries

Adult Education and Training Communications and Marketing
Customer Consultation and Support Market Research
Writing, Editing, and Publishing Public Support and Development
Resource Development Accounting and Purchasing
Organizational Management Information Technology

If you’re interested in our mission and joining our team but don’t quite fit into these areas, we still encourage you to apply and let us know about your strengths and skills, as well as the type of role you might play in our organization.

We provide initial and ongoing training, supportive supervision and mentorship, and opportunities to learn and grow—to help each staff member maximize their potential.

Both full-time and part-time opportunities, as well as paid internships, are available. All positions are located at the Stephen Ministries Center in St. Louis.

 

How to Apply

To apply, submit your résumé with a cover letter by mail or email. In your cover letter, please identify which of the Typical Work Areas at Stephen Ministries listed above you’d be most interested in working in.

In addition, please share about your goals, experiences, background, and achievements you think would be helpful for us to know. Our team wants to get to know you as a person, including what drew you to apply to work at Stephen Ministries.

Apply by mail:
Stephen Ministries
Attention: Human Resources
2045 Innerbelt Business Center Drive
St. Louis, Missouri 63114

Apply by email:
JoinTheTeam@stephenministries.org

If you have any questions about job opportunities or the application process, call us at (314) 428-2600.