Born in Melbourne, Australia in 1927, Kevin Conner came to Christian faith at the age of 14. He served in the Salvation Army until he was 21, at which time he entered pastoral ministry.
Kevin later devoted himself to teaching ministry, serving in Australia, New Zealand, and for many years at Bible Temple (now City Bible Church) in Portland, Oregon, USA. In 1987, he became the Senior Minister of Waverley Christian Fellowship (now CityLife Church) in Melbourne, eventually passing the leadership baton to his son, Mark Conner, in 1995. Mark led the church for the next 22 years, concluding his tenure in 2017. Kevin’s daughter Sharon is married to Frank Damazio, and they continue to live and minister from Portland.
Recognised internationally as a teaching-apostle, Kevin dedicated his life to equipping the Church through Bible teaching and theological education. His textbooks have been widely used by ministers, students, and Bible colleges across the globe. A highly sought-after speaker, Kevin travelled extensively and influenced countless lives through his ministry.
Kevin Conner passed away peacefully on 18th February 2019 at the age of 92. He lived a full and fruitful life, faithfully serving God and blessing many. His passing is a great loss to us — but truly, heaven’s gain.
