Tony Temple
Pastor Tony is the primary teaching pastor at FWC. He facilitates worship and encourages believers with insight from the Bible and his years of walking with the Lord. He and his wife Shannon live in Abbeville. In addition to serving at FWC, both he and Shannon teach in Abbeville County schools.
Nikki Bouknight
Nikki leads praise and worship at FWC. Her bold voice and fearless stage presence help connect other believers with the Lord and propel them toward their destiny.
Tripp Bouknight
Tripp is one of the elders in our fellowship. In addition to leadership and prayer support, Tripp helps oversee some of the church operations including media technology, facility, and security. Tripp and his wife Nikki make their home in Starr, SC.
Steve Osborne
Steve is one of the elders in our fellowship. In addition to leadership and prayer support, Steve serves in a variety of areas and often teaches to fill in when Tony travels. He and his wife Mischele reside in Abbeville, SC.
Andy Johnston
Andy helps manage communications and technology at FWC. In addition to his media responsibilities, he serves as a musician and vocalist with the worship team. He and his wife Jennifer make their home in Abbeville, SC.
Natali Lewis
Natali is the administrative hub of FWC. She helps handle and coordinate finances, announcements, service planning, and much more. She and her husband Darren live in Abbeville, SC.
About Wendell & Beverly Rhodes
Pastor Wendell served as the senior pastor of Friendship Worship Center for many years. He has poured himself into Tony, and he is delighted to see the younger generation stepping up into leadership.