Experience BOC
At Brethren of Christ (BOC), we believe church is more than a place you attend-it's a family where you belong. BOC is a Christ-centered community committed to building people, equipping believers, and empowering families to grow in faith and live out the Word of God. Whether you've been walking with Christ for years, are just beginning your journey, or simply looking for a place to call home, there is room for you here.
At BOC, we worship together, grow together, serve together, and do life together. Not just church. FAMILY.
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Meet Pastor Gabriel Kelly
For two decades, Pastor Gabriel Kelly has faithfully served as a shepherd, teacher, and leader, answering the call to build, equip, and empower the Body of Christ. His 20 years of pastoral leadership reflect a ministry rooted in service, strengthened by faith, and committed to developing people for the work and purpose of God.
A third-generation member of the Church of God in Christ, Pastor Kelly is the son of Bishop George Kelly and Assistant Supervisor Barbara Fields. A native of Dallas, Texas, he graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1986 and later attended Texas Southern University.
Long before assuming the role of pastor, Pastor Kelly learned the value of faithful service. His spiritual foundation was established at Baldwin Chapel Church of God in Christ under the leadership of Superintendent J. B. Baldwin. There, he served the ministry in numerous capacities, including drummer, deacon, choir director, musician, and armor bearer.
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Meet Lady Tevra Kelly
First Lady Tevra Kelly is a native of Dallas, Texas, a devoted woman of God, and the wife and ministry partner of Pastor Gabriel Kelly, Senior Pastor of Brethren of Christ Agape Family Church. For more than 25 years, they have shared the sacred covenant of marriage, walking together in faith, family, and ministry with a commitment to serving God and His people.
First Lady Kelly’s connection to Brethren of Christ is deeply rooted in both faith and legacy. She is the daughter of the church’s founder, Reverend Theedric Dabney, whose vision and obedience established the ministry she continues to faithfully serve today. From the foundation established by her father to the pastoral leadership of her husband, First Lady Kelly represents a continuing thread of service, faithfulness, and commitment to the ministry across generations.
Her favorite scripture, Lamentations 3:22–23, reflects the foundation of her life and ministry:
“It is of the LORD’S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.”
The Vision - Building a Better BOC
Pastor & Lady Kelly carry a strong faith vision for the future of the Brethren of Christ Agape Family Church—a vision that extends beyond a place to worship to a sanctuary that serves the whole person and the surrounding community. At the heart of that vision is the rebuilding of the ministry at 3911 Biglow Drive, bringing the journey full-circle while preparing Brethren of Christ for the next generation of ministry.
The vision includes a 500–700 seat worship center complemented by spaces designed to serve every stage of life, including a multipurpose center, childcare center, senior day program, and health and wellness facilities.
Beyond its physical spaces, we envision BOC as a community resource—providing adult education and GED preparation, basic computer training, youth after-school programs, educational opportunities for children, and other practical services that strengthen individuals and families.
Ultimately, the vision is not simply to build a larger church, but to build a stronger community—creating a place where people can worship, learn, grow, connect, and be equipped for a better future.