Pastor Bency & Rachel (Bini) Thomas
Our Lead Pastor
Exchange Fellowship Church was birthed in 2017 through the obedience and surrender of Pastor Bency and Rachel Thomas, following a clear and divine directive from the Lord. Their journey of faith and ministry spans over 27 years of marriage, marked by unwavering dedication, sacrificial service, and a deep love for God’s people. Together, they have built a Christ-centered community in Houston that reflects the heart of the Gospel — healing, restoration, and transformation.
Pastor Bency was born and raised in Kerala, India, in a Catholic home. At the age of 18, he experienced a miraculous healing from demonic oppression and encountered Jesus Christ as his personal Lord and Savior. He responded with full surrender, receiving water baptism and the baptism of the Holy Spirit. From the earliest days of his Christian walk, he recognized the call of God and committed his life to ministry. His journey has taken him through seasons of service in New York City, upstate New York, Atlanta, and now Houston — each step marked by faithfulness, perseverance, and a heart to shepherd God’s people.
Rachel, his devoted wife and ministry partner, accepted Jesus at a young age, received water baptism, and was baptized in the Holy Spirit. She has served alongside Pastor Bency in every season and location, offering steadfast support, spiritual wisdom, and a nurturing presence. Her life is a testimony of quiet strength, sacrificial love, and unwavering commitment to the Lord’s work.
Together, Pastor Bency and Rachel have raised a beautiful family — three children, a son-in-law, a daughter-in-law, and two grandchildren — all of whom are part of the legacy of faith they continue to build. Their leadership is marked by vision, compassion, and humility. They are tireless laborers in the Kingdom, leading not for recognition, but out of deep reverence for God and love for His people.
Exchange Fellowship Church stands today as a living testimony of their obedience, sacrifice, and the supernatural grace of God. Under their leadership, lives are being changed, communities are being reached, and the name of Jesus is being lifted high.
