Who We are

The staff at Life Connection Church has a passion to reach lost and unchurched people in our community. We believe that we serve a God of excellence and we should lead with excellence in everything we do.   

If you see us around the church, make sure to meet us when you have an opportunity. 


The Council of Elders is a group of eight men who have been appointed to work with the staff in the position of overseer after meeting the qualifications mentioned in 1 Timothy 3:1-16.  

At LCC, Elders provide support to the staff through prayer, wisdom, understanding

  • Royal Farris

    Lead Pastor

    I am a graduate of Dallas Baptist University with a Bachelor's degree in Business and a Masters' degree of Education in Counseling. I found as a professional counselor that if I could help people get connected to God, it would change their lives for the better. At LCC, we practice being God's love with skin. We can show Christs' love to one another and to our community. 

    I also discovered during my time as a counselor, that the answers to all of life's problems could be found in the Bible. So I teach the Bible as it applies to our everyday lives. 

    My wife, Lisa, myself, and a small group of people began Life Connection Church in 2001. Lisa and I love to spend time with our two children and six grandchildren. 


    royal@lifeconnectionchurch.org

  • Lisa Farris

    Operations Manager

    My husband, Royal, and I founded Life Connection church in 2001. For the first 6 years, I was the Children's Minister. WIth my 15 years of experience in elementary schools as a PE teacher, it was a natural transition for me. 

    When I'm not at church, I enjoy gardening, playing with my grandkids, and riding the motorcycle with Royal. A fun fact about myself is that I was an All State fastpitch softball player and MVP in the Texas state championship in high school.


    lisa@lifeconnectionchurch.org

  • Philip Pappas

    Worship Pastor

    I love leading people to Jesus in worship here at LCC.  I've led worship in various churches since I was 16. It's an awesome and life-changing experience when I see people engaging in worship.

    My wife and I have been married for over 10 years and we have two beautiful children together.

    philip@lifeconnectionchurch.org

  • Miranda Maples

    Children's Minister

    I have a deep love for children and family ministry and am passionate about helping kids grow in their faith in fun, meaningful ways. Prior to being called into ministry, I served as a classroom teacher for 11 years, which continues to shape my approach to teaching and leadership. My heart for ministry is rooted in connection and creating welcoming spaces where children feel loved and valued. I’ve been married for over 10 years and am the proud mom of three beautiful little girls.


  • Council of Elders

    Jonas Bergman

    James Cates

    Gary DeGeorge

    Nick Farris

    Vett Horst

    Dave Howe

    Bob RePass


  • Dan Sanborn

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