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OUR STORY

In 2016, God placed a calling on the hearts of Pastor Adam and Farrah to start a life-giving church in Abilene- A church where people could encounter Jesus, find community, discover their purpose, and grow in their faith. Two years later, that calling became a reality. In 2018, Connect Church officially launched at 201 Mesquite. Every Sunday, our church was built from the ground up. What was an ordinary space throughout the week became a place of worship, community, and life change as our team faithfully set up and tore down our pop-up church week after week. 

For years, we continued to gather this way, believing that the church has never been about a building- it has always been about people. And God has been faithful through every season. Then, in June 2026, another chapter of our story began. After months of renovation, countless hours of work, and years of prayer, Connect Church officially moved into our permanent home. What once had to set up every Sunday now had a place to stay- but our mission remained the same. Over the years, Connect has had the privilege of connecting with people and families throughout Abilene while continually looking for ways to serve and impact our city. 

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MEET OUR PASTORS

Adam & Farrah Edwards 

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MEET OUR TEAM 

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NEXT GEN PASTORS 

Jordan & Juel-leighana White

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WORSHIP DIRECTOR

Monique Speckles

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DISCIPLESHIP LEADERS

Duane & Becky Thomas

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NEXTSTEPS DIRECTOR

Sydney Homer

Meet the Team

MEET OUR BOARD MEMBERS

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Laura Howard

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Chris Chastang

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Larry Payne 

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Dwight Lee

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Duane Thomas

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Russell Zackry

OUR OVERSEER BOARD

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DARIAN + TYRA RAINS

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SHANE + SANDY WENGER

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