St. Andrew's Episcopal Church

What St. Andrew's Episcopal Church does

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church is a nonprofit religious organization located in the Brookside neighborhood of Kansas City, Missouri, founded in 1913 and operating as an independent parish within the Episcopal Diocese. The church conducts worship services on Sundays at 8:00 AM and 10:15 AM, supplemented by livestream options, Taizé contemplative services, and seasonal programs. It serves congregants across all life stages through structured ministries including Children's Ministry (nursery through fourth grade), Youth Ministry (fifth through twelfth grade with Scouts BSA Troop 16 since 1922), 20s & 30s Ministry, Adult Spiritual Growth, and Music Ministry. The organization employs 73 staff and is supported by an endowment fund and Legacy Society for planned giving.

The church operates an extensive community outreach portfolio addressing food insecurity, education, and social services in the Kansas City metropolitan area. Key programs include a biannual Free Store serving 250+ community members (in partnership with multiple Episcopal parishes), Andie's Pantry providing $175 in groceries four times yearly to Benjamin Banneker Elementary families, and an international mission partnership with St. Augustin School in Maniche, Haiti, funding teacher salaries and a daily school lunch program. Additional partnerships span Nourish KC (food security), Rose Brooks (domestic violence services), JVS (refugee support), Welcome House (addiction recovery), and a Ride Ministry powered by Lyft for parishioner transportation.

Revenue is generated through annual stewardship pledges, weekly offerings, special event fundraising (Haiti Benefit Dinner, Trivia Night, Cabaret, Art Show, Christmas Tree Lot), and endowment income. The organization distributes its services through in-person worship at 6401 Wornall Terrace, programming at the adjacent HJ's Youth & Community Center, community outreach sites, and digital channels including a YouTube sermon archive, social media presence, and The Messenger weekly newsletter. No commercial revenue model, pricing structure, or technology platform is associated with the organization's operations.

Name

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church

Legal name

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church

Website

https://standrewkc.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church is a nonprofit Episcopal parish in Kansas City's Brookside neighborhood, founded 1913, serving congregants across all age groups through worship, education, and community outreach programs including food assistance, school partnerships, and an international Haiti mission.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious Services

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131), Religious Organizations (813110)

akta.pro primary industry

Local Congregations & Worship Communities (Churches, Mosques, Temples, Synagogues) (BPAGAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Places of Worship & Religious Facilities Operations (Cemeteries, Retreat Centers, Pilgrimage Sites) (BPAGAJAL)

Keywords

• Episcopal worship services
• Religious community ministries
• Youth faith formation
• Community outreach programs
• Spiritual growth education

Headquarters

HQ city

Kansas City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Stewardship/Tithes: Members make annual financial pledges and regular donations to support church operations and ministries. The stewardship campaign invites congregants to give their time, talent, and treasure.
2. Special Event Fundraising: Events such as the Haiti Benefit Dinner, Trivia Night, Cabaret performances, and Art Show receptions raise funds for specific outreach programs and ministries.
3. Donations and Offerings: One-time donations and weekly offerings from Sunday services support general church operations and designated causes.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church is a nonprofit Episcopal parish in Kansas City that provides weekly worship services, faith formation programs across age groups, music ministry, and community outreach initiatives. The church operates charitable programs including a food pantry, free store, ride service, and international partnership work, supported primarily through member donations and pledges.

Product overview

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church offers a comprehensive suite of worship, educational, fellowship, and outreach programs. The core worship services (8:00 AM and 10:15 AM on Sundays) form the foundation, supported by age-specific ministries including Children's Ministry (nursery through fourth grade), Youth Ministry (fifth through twelfth grade with Scouts BSA Troop 16), and 20s & 30s Ministry. Additional programs include Music Ministry with the Parish Choir, Vacation Bible School, seasonal retreats (Winter Ski Retreat, Practicing the Presence of God Retreat), and summer programming (Summer Adventure Nights). The church operates extensive outreach services including Free Store (biannual clothing distribution), Andie's Pantry (food assistance), and international partnership with St. Augustin School in Haiti. Pastoral care services encompass clergy visits, prayer resources, end-of-life planning, and the Legacy Society for planned giving.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Worship Services Weekly Episcopal worship services offered to congregants and visitors in Kansas City.
• Children's Ministry Faith formation programs for children, including Children's Chapel and nursery care for young families in the parish.
• Youth Ministry Faith formation and fellowship programs for youth in the parish.
• 20s & 30s Ministry Ministry program tailored for adults in their twenties and thirties, providing community and spiritual formation.
• Adult Spiritual Growth Ongoing adult education and spiritual growth programming for adult members.
• Music Ministry Music program supporting congregational worship services.
• Vacation Bible School Seasonal children's faith formation and fellowship program held during summer break.
• Ride Ministry Transportation assistance service provided to community members in need.
• Free Store Charitable store providing clothing and household goods at no cost to those in need.
• Andie's Pantry Food pantry program serving community members facing food insecurity.
• Haiti Partnership International mission partnership supporting community work in Haiti.
• Care Ministry Pastoral care support for members experiencing illness, bereavement, or other life events.
• Legacy Society & Endowment Fund Planned giving and endowment program supporting the long-term financial stability of the parish.
• Scouts BSA Troop 16 Boy Scouts troop chartered by the parish since 1922, providing youth character and leadership development.
• Stewardship Program Annual financial giving and pledge program supporting the parish's operating and ministry budget.

Quantifiable outcome

• Winter Free Store serves 250+ community members annually with essential items and hot meals
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• HJ's Youth and Community CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSt. Andrew's partners with HJ's Youth & Community Center for youth ministry, children's programs, and young adult gatherings. The church holds weekly youth group meetings there and uses the facility for various community events. Located at 6425 Wornall Road, adjacent to the church.
• St. James ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSt. James Church at 55th and Paseo hosts the Winter and Summer Free Store events. Multiple churches (St. Andrew's, St. Paul's, Grace and Holy Cathedral, St. Augustine's) collaborate on this community outreach serving 250+ people annually with clothing, hygiene items, and hot meals.
• Benjamin Banneker Elementary SchoolcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSt. Andrew's maintains a comprehensive partnership including Andie's Pantry ($175 grocery assistance four times yearly), the Edible Schoolyard Garden, Benjamin Banneker Edible Schoolyard Garden, and the Banneker Families Fund emergency assistance for families.
• St. Augustin School and Church (Maniche, Haiti)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational mission partnership supporting St. Augustin's lunch program for students every school day. Despite 2021 earthquake devastation, the school continued operations with temporary buildings. St. Andrew's funds teachers' salaries and essential needs. Fundraising through Haiti Advent Card Sale and annual Haiti Benefit Dinner.
• Nourish KCmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNourish KC rescues local produce to provide meals for Kansas Citians, expecting to serve 200,000 annually. St. Andrew's provides five volunteers on the first Friday of each month for food preparation, plating, and serving.
• Lucky 13 Pet Rescue, Rose Brooks Pet Shelter, Pet Resource Center, Uplift, PawsperityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPet Ministry partnerships providing pet food, supplies, and healthcare assistance to pet owners in need. The church also attends Brookside's Strutt with Your Mutt event offering pet blessings.
• JVS (Jewish Vocational Services)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJVS empowers refugees and immigrants in Kansas City. St. Andrew's members have conducted clothing drives, sorted donations at the clothing closet, volunteered for home set-up shifts, and supported JVS events.
• Welcome HouseminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWelcome House is a residential program for men overcoming alcohol and drug addiction. St. Andrew's supports the Jump Start Program covering up to two weeks of rent, meals, and utilities while residents seek employment.
• Rose BrooksminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRose Brooks provides comprehensive services for individuals and families affected by domestic violence including emergency shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, and basic needs assistance. St. Andrew's Trinity Guild participates in Rosie's Closet clothing donations.
• Sister Berta's Friendship Circle / Operation BreakthroughminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership providing friendship and mentorship to Operation Breakthrough mothers, connecting them with resources and support through a listening and mentoring relationship.
• Fabric of LifeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFabric of Life creates and provides quilts to parishioners and community members experiencing grief, sickness, or difficulties. Partners with organizations like CASA to encourage and uplift those served.
• Kansas City Community GardensminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSt. Andrew's participates in annual seed packaging projects in February and financially contributes to seed and greenhouse operation costs, supporting accessible gardening for all Kansas Citians.
• Gordon Parks Elementary Charter SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerYear-round education in a safe environment for children in urban Kansas City with hot meals, transportation, and 14:1 student-teacher ratio. St. Andrew's provides volunteer reading mentors and supports one-time events.
• Pantry Partners at St. Paul's Episcopal ChurchminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMonthly food distribution on second Wednesdays providing fresh produce, meat, frozen/canned pantry items, and toiletries to support individuals and families with food access.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• St. James Church, Kansas City: Hosts the Winter and Summer Free Store alongside St. Andrew's. Episcopal parish in the same diocese, directly comparable in scale, mission mix, and community partnership strategy.
• Country Club Christian Church: A large mainline Protestant (Disciples of Christ) congregation in Kansas City. Comparable as a theologically progressive, program-rich mainline parish serving a similar Kansas City demographic with broad community outreach.
• Village Presbyterian Church: A large mainline Protestant church in Prairie Village, KS — directly adjacent to St. Andrew's Brookside neighborhood. Highly comparable in congregation size, theological orientation, family-programming depth, and KC-area community profile.
• St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Kansas City: A nearby Episcopal parish in the Kansas City metro that is a named St. Andrew's partner on the multi-church Free Store. Same denomination, similar mid-size parish profile, overlapping member demographics and community outreach orientation.
• St. Augustine's Episcopal Church, Kansas City: Listed as a collaborating parish in St. Andrew's Free Store coalition. Same Episcopal denomination, same Kansas City geography, and a comparable mid-size congregational model.
• Grace and Holy Cathedral: The Episcopal cathedral in Kansas City, also part of the same Episcopal Diocese and already collaborating with St. Andrew's on the Free Store. Most directly comparable in denomination, theology, city, and congregation type, with a similar age-stage ministry portfolio.

Others

• Episcopal Diocese of West Missouri: The Episcopal diocesan body that provides denominational governance, clergy oversight, and shared ministry resources to parishes including St. Andrew's. Not a direct competitor but the structural umbrella and shared-services counterpart relevant to strategy, stewardship, and Haiti mission coordination.

Broad incumbents

• Church of the Resurrection: One of the largest United Methodist congregations in the U.S., based in Leawood, KS in the same Kansas City metro. Operates in the same regional mainline-Protestant space with a similarly broad ministry and outreach footprint, but at materially larger scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@standrewskcmo
• Facebookfacebook.com/standrewskc
• Instagraminstagram.com/standrewskc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/st-andrew's-episcopal-church

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