Originally from Waxahachie, Texas, Darron, the fourth of five children, was born to the loving parents of Don and Florence Edwards. Darron is married to his college sweetheart, the former Michelle Yvette Harris of Houston, Texas. Darron and Michelle have four children, Darron, Jr., DeMarcus, Keianna, and Adrianna.  Darron accepted his pre-natal calling in 1990. On December 9, 1990, he preached his first sermon.

An outstanding preacher/pastor/evangelist, Pastor Edwards is in constant demand as a speaker. He has served with distinction in Congress and Convention settings on local, state, and national levels. It is also worthy to note that our pastor is a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated.

A strong believer in education and personal progress, Pastor Edwards continues to sharpen his skills for the unique challenges facing the 21st century church.  Notably, he has matriculated at the prestigious Texas A&M University. He has completed post-graduate studies at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (Billy Graham School of Missions and Church Growth), and is certified in Church Based Economics and Community Development by Harvard Divinity School (Summer Leadership Institute, Class of 2006). At present, his certification through Harvard University has been conferred upon less than 200 people worldwide. Weekly, he is a part of the teaching staff (faculty) at Saint Paul School of Theology in the Contextual Education Program and has been invited to be a part of the Bible Study Team for the Kansas City Chiefs Football Organization.

The Lord has allowed Pastor Edwards to do great and mighty things at United Believers Community Church, a Baptist congregation in South Kansas City, since his arrival. The membership continues to grow at an exponential rate. From 40 in 2001 to nearly 700 in 2008, God has uniquely blessed this vessel to serve this present age. The church has purchased 11 acres of land to build their new church campus!

An avid writer for several gospel magazines and newspapers, Pastor Edwards’ signal honor has been in the completion of his first discipleship book, "I Second That Emotion".  This book, published by Pleasant Word Publishers, takes you on a pilgrimage on how to resolve anger, depression, grief, guilt, loneliness, stress, quitting and much more by using biblical, textual, and transparent solutions.  Currently, the book is currently being sold in 15,000 markets throughout the continental United States and available around the world through online bookstores.

He has recently released a self-published booklet entitled, It's Possible! Winning In Every Area Of Your Life.  This booklet contains a nine-step strategy to empower your life to greatness. You can call the church at 816.361.9996 to order your copy.

Brothers and sisters, it is worth a visit to the Greater Kansas City area to come and hear a ministry that matters!