Welcome to IBC

Join us for a church wide fish fry and corn hole tournament. Bring a side dish or dessert, and lawn chair. Invite a friend and meet us right outside the 804 House at 6:00pm. See you there!

Thanks for visiting IBC! Visiting a church for the first time can be intimidating so we want try to answer any questions you may have as a visitor:

1. We offer two Sunday morning worship options. Choose between 9:00am or 10:30am. We are casual and contemporary which means you can come just as you are.

1. When you walk into our church you will be greeted by someone on our welcome team and directed to our welcome center where you will be offered a gift bag and some information about our ministries.

1. If you have children, they are welcome to join the other kids upstairs for kids programming and we have nursery care available as well.

1. We are a Southern Baptist Church that believes the Bible is the Word of God but we welcome people from all backgrounds.

If you have other questions please fill out one of our connection cards here on the website. We will get back with you asap. We hope to see you soon!

We are so glad you are here!

At IBC we subscribe to the doctrinal statement of the Baptist Faith and Message as adopted by the Southern Baptist Convention in 2000. Our Church Covenant has chosen to list a summary of beliefs as highlighted below:

Doctrinal Statement

1. We believe the Holy Bible to be the inspired, infallible, authoritative Word of God.  

1.  We believe there is one God, eternally existing as Father, Son, And Holy Spirit.  

1. We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ is deity, that He was born of a virgin, that we are redeemed by His atoning death through His shed blood, that He bodily resurrected and ascended into Heaven, and that He will come again in power and great glory.  

1. We believe that Man was created in the image of God, and because of man’s sin, he incurred not only physical death but spiritual death, which is separation from God. The result of man’s sin is that all human beings are born with a sinful nature.  

1. We believe that men are saved through a direct, personal encounter with the risen Lord, at which time they are regenerated by the Holy Spirit.  This event we hold to be an experience rather than a doctrinal supposition.  

1. We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit, by whom Christ indwells each believer, enabling him to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, to live a godly live of obedience and to spiritually enhance his life through sharing the Good News about Jesus Christ with others. 

1. We believe the Holy spirit unites all believers in the Lord Jesus Christ and that together they form one body, the Church.

Bryant was born in Brooklyn, New York, raised in New Jersey, and later moved to Tennessee, where he spent most of his life. It was during his high school years in Tennessee that he experienced a life-changing encounter with the Lord, which led him to pursue a calling in ministry.

He earned his Bachelor’s degree in theological studies from Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary and his Master’s degree from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Missouri, honing his skills in biblical teaching and church leadership.

Bryant has served in various pastoral roles, including Lead Pastor, Associate Pastor, and Youth Minister, which have deepened his passion for serving God’s people and sharing the Gospel. His diverse ministry experiences have shaped his holistic approach to church life, from shepherding congregations to mentoring young believers.

​Bryant and his wife, Madeline, are actively involved in ministry and came to us from Memphis, Tennessee. They share their home with their two dogs, Hershey and Brother. Committed to growing in their walk with the Lord, they focus on building lasting relationships and fostering a spirit of love and service with their new church family.

IBC's youth ministry is for kids in grades 6-12 and exists to disciple students and prepare them to walk with Christ for the rest of their lives. Students will have opportunities to serve, messages geared toward their current situation, and a chance to worship and fellowship together.

1. Youth group is on Wednesday nights at the 804 House (804 W Ft Scott St). It is from 6:30 PM-8 PM.
2. Sunday School is held every Sunday morning at 9am.
3. "Alive" a bible study for High School students is held every Sunday night at Pastor Bryant & Madeline's House at 6pm.

Join us!

Our Children's Ministry is run by Lee Ann Kershner and serves kids in grades K-5.

Our children's ministry includes many aspects. We offer Sunday School at 9:00 AM. We also offer Children's Church and Preschool Worship during the church service. They will have music time and a worship lesson upstairs.

Lee Ann Kershner is our Children's Ministry Director. She has been working with children in this capacity for the past 4 years.

Lee Ann and her husband, Michael, have three children Jordan 22, Jude 19, and Jett 12 and make their home in Butler, Missouri.

Her favorite part of Children's Ministry? All of it! Lee Ann truly loves the kids and loves teaching them about Jesus!

Please reach out to Lee Ann if you have any questions: call, text or email at 660-424-4614 or lkershner2020@gmail.com.

The women's ministry at IBC offers multiple opportunities for Bible studies and fellowships throughout the year. Bible studies are held weekly on Sundays, Thursdays, and Mondays.

1. Sundays: 6PM located at the Church building.
2. Thursdays: 6:30PM located at 804 Dakota (Behind Church Building)
3. Mondays: 6PM 3rd Monday (monthly) located at the 804 House.

Contact Sherry Klausing for more information: 816.308.3321

The Men's Ministry at IBC offers a variety of opportunities to study God's word, build friendships, and to pray together. Opportunities include:

1. Sundays at 6pm in the 804 House.
2. Thursday at 6:30am at 6288 NE Business 49 Loop
3. Saturday Men's Breakfast 7am (Bi-Weekly)

Contact Bob Klausing for more information: 816.308.3322

Each Thursday night at 6:30pm "The Bridge" meets together at Pastor Bryant and Madeline's home located at 800 W Fort Scott St in Butler. This is a group for young adults in the community who are interested in studying scripture together, fellowshipping with other young adults, and praying. Come check out The Bridge!

Click on the link below for a full listing of our Church Leadership Council at IBC. Feel free to contact any leader to get involved.

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