Kent Hackathorn joined the Lenexa Baptist staff full time in March 2004, as the Recreation and Facilities Minister. In September of 2006, Kent became the Young Families Pastor. This position includes all of the children's ministries as well working with our young families to help them grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ. This will enhance their marriages, parenting skills and ability to impact their world for the Savior. He has a Bachelor degree in Psychology from the University of Kansas. He is currently taking classes for a Master's degree in Religious studies at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife Cindy have two children, Tavis and Kelcey.

Kent gave his life to Christ as a teenager at a family church camp. However, it wasn't until after a serious motorcycle accident in his mid 20's that he began to pursue God's purpose for his life. "God provided opportunities that didn't make sense at the time, but looking back I now see how God's hand was working to shape me for this exciting ministry position."

Jeremiah 29:11 which says:

truly came to life as he dedicated his life to Jesus Christ.

Kent seeks to combine recreational activities, His passion for children, and the good news of Jesus Christ to help bring to light God's simple plan of salvation. He looks forward to using the wonderful facilities God has provided Lenexa Baptist Church to share God's word.