Kelly moved to Bryan in 1998 to attend Texas A&M University. He fell in love with the Brazos Valley and never left post-graduation. Kelly met his wife, Dr. Rae Adams while attending Texas A&M. She is currently the Program Director for the Texas A&M Family Medicine Residency. They wed in 2003 and have two adopted children, Mackenzie (8) and J.T. (5). The Adams Family is active at FBC Bryan. In addition, Kelly is active coaching youth sports.