If you’ve been involved or even just a visitor at Liberty Church, you’ve probably heard about our Connect Groups held across New York City. In the city that never sleeps, they are an oasis of community, family and friends; a place of rest where you connect with other like-minded people and study the Word of God.
Connect Groups are the core and heartbeat of Liberty Church. We believe that they’re not only a great means of building relationships, but also a place to learn and grow as followers of Christ.
“They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.” Acts 2:42-47
Here are the Liberty Connect Groups currently up-and-running - some have been around for a while, and others are brand new. Take a look and find out which one might be the best fit for you.
Hell’s Kitchen (College)- AJ Aran
Meets: Every other Monday 8:00pm to 10:00pm
AJ grew up in the underrated state of New Jersey, and currently has the privilege of studying business management at The King’s College. He loves playing sports, making music, and sitting with friends around a dinner table.
Midtown (College)- Teresa Dombach
Meets: Every other Tuesday from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Teresa Dombach was born in the center of Amish country in Lancaster, PA. She has degrees in both journalism and archaeology. She is passionate about working with young people around the world. She currently is an editor for a group of magazines and websites.
Midtown (College)- Clara LeFever
Meets: Every other Tuesday 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Clara was born in California and moved to NYC one year ago to attend The King’s College where she’s studying Media, Culture and the Arts. Clara loves meeting new and interesting people-in foreign countries or just around her neighborhood. She enjoys picnics, hiking and exploring. She has a passion for social justice and to see others fulfill their potential. Last but not least, she loves breakfast for dinner!
Carroll Gardens- Janelle Ortiz & Tanya Butterfield
Clara was born in California and moved to NYC one year ago to attend The King’s College where she’s studying Media, Culture and the Arts. Clara loves meeting new and interesting people-in foreign countries or just around her neighborhood. She enjoys picnics, hiking and exploring. She has a passion for social justice and to see others fulfill their potential. Last but not least, she loves breakfast for dinner!
Carroll Gardens- Janelle Ortiz & Tanya Butterfield
Meets: Every other Tuesday 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Janelle Ortiz was born in New York and raised in California. She is happy to be back to her NYC roots. She is passionate about reaching the lost, broken and hurting, which makes it quite convenient that she works for a non-profit that does that. She loves people and loves food. Tanya Butterfield recently moved to NYC from Sydney. She’s passionate about truth, freedom, discipleship and coffee. She hails to a plethora of nicknames including T, T-dog, T-bird, Tan, Tanz, Butterz, and Wima…and more!
West Village - Chad Rodriguez & Emily Hayes
West Village - Chad Rodriguez & Emily Hayes
Meets: Every other Tuesday 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Chad has had a heart for the city as long as he can remember. He does a lot of music writing, he blogs to stay sane, drinks tons of espresso, and could watch history channel until he passes out…the end. For pretty much, well, FOREVER, Emily has wanted to be a part of planting a church… she is unbelievably excited to have the privilege of helping to do just that in the most amazing city on Planet Earth!!! When not helping people repair their luxury watches or eating Thai food with Chad, Emily likes to read books really quickly & correct people’s grammar & spelling. Oh, and she really loves Jesus a whole lot. And people. And drinking coffee with people. Yep.
Midtown (College)- Tia Brown
Midtown (College)- Tia Brown
Meets: Every other Wednesday 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Tia is an Indiana native in her 3rd year of studying Politics, Philosophy, and Economics at The King’s College in NYC. Among her plethora of core values are celebration, baked goods, laughter, the Empire State Building, Notre Dame, and the color orange.
Union Square- Sebastian Buffa
Union Square- Sebastian Buffa
Meets: Every other Thursday 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Seb moved to NYC a few months ago from Sydney to help pioneer our Union Square community. He’s an amazing guy with a heart for people and passionate about building the church. He has a background in leadership coaching and management. He absolutely loves people and Pepsi, previously Coke, until recently.
Seb moved to NYC a few months ago from Sydney to help pioneer our Union Square community. He’s an amazing guy with a heart for people and passionate about building the church. He has a background in leadership coaching and management. He absolutely loves people and Pepsi, previously Coke, until recently.
Tribeca - Steve & Rhema Trayner
Meets: Every other Thursday 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Steve & Rhema Trayner moved to New York from Southern California one year ago. They’ve been married for nearly 6 years and own businesses in the fashion and cycling industries. Steve is involved in the music side of Liberty Church and Rhema is finishing a degree in Theology. They enjoy people, travel and food….
Tribeca - Bob & Mavis Green
Tribeca - Bob & Mavis Green
Meets: Every other Thursday 7:30pm to 9:30pm
Bob & Mavis Green have been married for 37 years (to each other). Their passion is family – and they are known as “Dad and Mom” too many, along with their own 4 children. They love adventure, travel, a good cup of coffee and spending time encouraging and loving on people.
Financial District - Crichlows & Barkers
Meets: Every other Thursday 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Greg & Regina Barker were married 3 1/2 years ago in Sydney, where they lived before relocating to NYC in early 2010. Regina is a nutritionist & Greg works in sales and marketing for a consumer goods company. Lincoln & April Crichlow are originally from Vancouver and have recently planted roots in NYC! Both have been leaders in the tech and consumer goods industries for over 15 years and have a strong passion for business. Married almost 2 years, they have a heart for building relationship.
Financial District- Jessi Marquez
Financial District- Jessi Marquez
Meets: Every other Thursday 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Jessi was born and raised in New York. She is passionate about seeing freedom in the lives of those in the city. Her heart is to build a community of people that can find a true relationship with God, and be the hands and feet in their communities. She spent the last year traveling the world, learning about different cultures and experiencing the relentless love of God. This connect group is for those looking to make relationships with world changers!
Williamsburg - Timothy Reese
Williamsburg - Timothy Reese
Meets: Every other Thursday 7:30pm to 9:30pm
Timothy Reese has been in New York for the last couple of years working in visuals and music with corporations and city nightlife. He lives in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, and likes cowboy boots (and his first draft of this bio included his “aspirations to rule a sovereign domain”).
For more information or any questions about our Connect Groups, email [email protected].
