Pastoral Staff

Brian Fairchild

Pastor

Cory Keesee

Assistant Pastor

Brian Fairchild has had the privilege of serving as the pastor of Colonial Bible Church since its inception in 2002. As a native Midlander, he has a unique burden for the people of Midland and the surrounding area of the Permian Basin. Brian is passionate about expository preaching that exalts God and equips Christ’s church. In addition to his role as pastor at Colonial, Brian has been blessed to assist in training pastors around the world in expository preaching. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Bible, a Master’s degree in Pastoral Studies, and the Doctor of Ministry in Expository Preaching from the Master’s Seminary where he studied under the leadership of Dr. John MacArthur and other leading expositors.

Brian has been married to the love of his life, Nicole, since 1999. They have two adult sons and one daughter.

Cory Keesee has served on pastoral staff as an assistant pastor since January of 2022. He is a native of Andrews, Texas. Cory is a gifted addition to the church serving in various capacities from leading the Youth Bible Study, teaching Sunday school, serving in the music ministry, and assisting in church administration. He is passionate about God’s Word and sound doctrine. Cory holds an associate degree in Music, a bachelor’s degree in Communications, and is currently pursuing his Master of Divinity from The Master’s Seminary in Sun Valley, California through the Mentor Model under the oversight of Pastor Brian. He hopes to complete his studies in May 2026.

Cory and his wife, Mariah, have been married since 2020 are the grateful parents of two sons.

Elders

Pat Fairchild

Elder

Terry Johnston

Elder

Pat Fairchild has been an integral part of Colonial since its founding in 2002, serving the church in many capacities. He bears the unique distinction of serving as an elder, but on a personal note, is also Pastor Brian’s father (of course, one could easily mistake them for brothers). He has worked for many years as an exploration geologist in the oil and gas industry. Pat long served as a deacon at Colonial before coming part of the elder team. He leads our weekly times of worship through music and is often one of the first people to greet those who walk through the door of Colonial on any given Sunday. Pat and his wife, Martha (also the church pianist), have been married for over 50 years and have an adult son and daughter, and 7 grandchildren.

Terry Johnston first came to Colonial in the Spring of 2005, seeking a church that faithfully proclaimed God’s Word for God’s glory. Since then, he has been a faithful member, encourager, and servant of Christ at Colonial. Terry has been involved in organizing and leading some of our mid-week Bible studies in the past, and continues to assist in the Sunday worship services and communion. He is passionately committed to sound doctrine in the life of the church and enjoys the constant study of God’s Word as well as listening to biblical preaching. He Terry owned his own car business for many years in Odessa, and still works alongside his son who has taken ownership. Terry and his wife, Terri (affectionately known as "Terri Mom"), married in 1976 and have an adult son and daughter, who have given them 7 grandchildren.

Deacons

Keith Kimbrough

Deacon

Keith Kimbrough first came to Colonial in the summer of 2005 as an intern with Oxy Petroleum during his summer break. In God’s providence, Keith returned after graduation the following year to work for Oxy full-time as an electrical engineer, a post he still maintains today. He holds both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in electrical engineering (yes, he really is that smart!). Keith has been a faithful member at Colonial since coming back to Midland. He has served for many years as the Deacon for Finance, faithfully assisting the church in overseeing matters of finance with integrity and diligence. Keith married his wife, Stephanie, in 2009. The Lord has blessed them with three daughters. 

Office Staff

Kayleigh Johnston