Meet the 2025 Rohi Honoree

Pastor Larry T. Phillips -Thomas

is a third-generation preacher who was baptized at the age of eight and acknowledged his call to ministry at the age of ten. During his youth, he actively participated in various ministry activities, which helped him remain grounded in his faith and anchored to God throughout his teenage years.

Pastor Thomas is a graduate of Denver Seminary, where he earned a Master of Arts in Theology with an emphasis in preaching. His academic and professional development includes completing studies in mediation at the Community College of Aurora, training in addictions counseling through the Denver Health Behavioral Health Sciences Program, and obtaining real estate licensure certification from Jones College. These diverse experiences, combined with exceptional pastoral training and mentorship, have equipped him with a unique, hands-on skill set to effectively address the needs of God’s people.

After serving as an Assistant and campus Pastor for 9 years, in prayer, God gave Pastor Thomas instructions to plant The Connection Church with a vision to connect people to Christ, Community, and Commission, with a mission to create Hope, Help, and Healing.

On July 19th, 2015 The Connection Church held its first service and what God had spoken has come to pass, we are witnessing its full fruition and ongoing growth and power of Connection!

He is the proud husband to Anisha, Father to Jazzmine, Isaiah, and Lawrence.