Staff

Lead Evangelist & Women's Ministry Leader

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Janus and Melissa Abello have been disciples for almost 20 years, married for 13 years, and have been serving in the ministry for over 16 years.  They began their ministry career in campus ministry at the University of Missouri.  Then following that served as lead ministers in Springfield, MO.  Then moved back in 2017 to Columbia and took on the role of Lead Evangelist + Women's Ministry leader in 2018 of the Columbia Church of Christ.  They welcomed their daughter Ruth into the world in 2019.  Janus has an undergrad and masters degree from the University of Missouri.  Melissa is also a licensed professional counselor + supervisor in the state of Missouri.

Youth & Family Ministers

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Davion and Lydia Hambrick serve as the Youth and Family ministers. They also oversee the Young Professionals ministry, as well as the Worship Ministry. Davion was converted in Dallas, Texas, in 2010 at the University of North Texas, where he graduated with a degree in Vocal Music. Lydia was converted in Los Angeles, California, in 2011 at California Polytechnic State University, where she received her degree in Business Marketing. They met in Columbia, Missouri, in 2016, married in 2018, and now have 3 beautiful children: Dylan, Lila, and Lucía. Davion and Lydia have devoted themselves to helping people from all walks of life to know God and the love that He has for them. Davion enjoys all things music, good coffee, and running. Lydia loves baking, reading books, and crafting.

Jaydin Milner

College Ministry 

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Jaydin Milner grew up in the northland region of Kansas City, Missouri. In March of 2018 she declared Jesus Lord of her life as a sophomore in high school. Jaydin graduated with a BA in psychology and a minor in creative writing from the University of Missouri in Spring of 2024. After strengthening her faith and making lifelong friendships through the Alpha Omega Mizzou Campus Ministry she decided to go into full time ministry! Jaydin has a deep passion for helping women encounter the goodness and faithfulness of Gods character in their lives. Jaydin said, “I am extremely grateful to be trained and serve alongside such a humble staff here in COMO.” Outside of ministry work she’s an avid reader, enjoys movie night with friends, and uses her talent of singing to write and produce music alongside other disciples!