It is with the joy of Jesus that we welcome you to Brown Memorial! We are thrilled that God, through the Holy Spirit, has directed you here. We are dedicated to sharing the Hope of the Gospel of Jesus Christ with all who come through the doors! Please know that we consider you family and look forward to fellowshipping with you soon!

To share the hope of Christ in the World

To build up the body of Christ through Discipleship, Stewardship, and Fellowship!

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Presiding Elder Vincent E. Farris is the son of Emma T. Johnson and the late Dennis Cooke. He is one of eight children. Elder Farris is married to the former Felice Moria Dean, and they have three children and two loving granddaughters.
He received his early education in the Fayette County Public School System (KY) and is currently enrolled at Simmons Bible College (AY) where he is seeking a degree in Christian Education.
Elder Farris answered the Call into the Ministry in 1996 under the pastoral guidance of Elder Wendell Oldham. Rev. Farris has had the pleasure to be Pastor at the following churches: Corinth C.M.E. (Winchester, KY); Allen Chapel (Winchester, KY); Loving Union C.M.E. Church (Bowling Green, KY); St. Paul (Owingsville, KY); Woods Chapel (Millersburg, KY); Johnson Memorial (Ashland, KY); and Keas Tabernacle CME Church (Mt. Sterling, KY).
He presently serves as the Presiding Elder of the Louisville-Lexington District of the Kentucky Region of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. Presiding Elder Farris is a Servant of the Highest GOD who loves to serve the people.
Experience Elder Rev Vincent Farris heartfelt sermons and warm welcome firsthand. We invite you to join us for worship this Sunday at 11 AM, where you'll find a community ready to embrace you with open arms.

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Louisville, KY 40203
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