Lead Pastor - Thomas Mahoney
Thomas is a native of the northeast and has always had a heart for the New York metropolitan area. He has served in ministry for over ten years as an Associate Pastor, Youth Pastor, and Administrative Minister. Throughout serving in ministry he has traveled speaking to students at camps, retreats, youth services, for churches and other special events. His education is in divinity with a degree in Bible and Theology. Thomas believes that the local church is the hope of the world and is honored to lead NECC into God’s future. He lives in the Cranbury neighborhood of Norwalk with his wife Roxanne and their two daughters Saoirse and Tierna Rhys.
Books he is reading:
Searching for God Know What by Donald Miller
Leading at a Higher Level by Ken Blanchard
Natural Church Development by Christian A. Schwarz
Go Put Your Strengths To Work by Marcus Buckingham
Chasing Francis by Ian Morgan Cron
In his ipod:
How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb by U2
Good Monsters by Jars of Clay
Walk By Faith by Jeremy Camp
How To Save A Life by The Fray
What he is watching:
The Unit, Heroes, The Office, News Channels, ESPN
Verses that inspire:
John 10:10, Ephesians 3:17-20, 2 Corinthians 5:17-20
Myspace Profile: http://www.myspace.com/thomas
Email Address: tmahoney@necclife.org
Associate Pastor - Kevin Mullins
Kevin lives in East Norwalk with his wife and partner in ministry Jacinta. They have three amazing children, Ryley, Reagan and Sheridan. They worked as worship leaders and pastors in the southwest and southern parts of the US before settling in lower Fairfield County in 2007. After several years in pastoral ministry both Kevin and Jacinta returned to school and in May of 2007 both graduated from the University of Tennessee at Martin. Kevin’s education is in music and philosophy. He is very fond of cheesecake. Kevin is motivated and gains energy from Isaiah 49:16 and Matthew 16:17-18.
Books he is reading right now:
Surprised by Hope by Bishop N.T. Wright
Everything Must Change by Brian McClaren
Where Love Is God Is by Leo Tolstoy
The Wounded Healer: Ministry in Contemporary Society by Henri Nouwen
In his ipod:
Viva la Vida by Coldplay
Atonement (Music from the movie) by Dario Marianelli
Holy is Our God by Starfield
In Your Freedom by Hillsong Music
Nothing Lasts Forever by Maroon 5
More points of contact:
Blog URL: http://makemovebreathe.blogspot.com
Myspace Profile: http://www.myspace.com/kmullinsk
Facebook Profile: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=612152658
Email Address: kmullins@necclife.org
Director of KidsLife / Community Relations – Sara Luchenta
Sara and her husband, Rob, have lived in East Norwalk for almost 6 years. They’re excited at what the future has in store for them as a part of a unique and exciting community church like NECC.
Email Address: saraluchenta@necclife.org
Director of Music - Quinten Metke
Quinten moved to Connecticut from Nova Scotia Canada where he had been ministering as the Director of Worship. He graduated from Dalhousie University with a BA in Psychology and is now pursuing a degree in Music Education at Western Connecticut State University. Quinten teaches private lessons and has also been known to craft legendary Lattés. His wife Rosemary teaches Grade 5 in Westport, where they currently reside. They have 3 remarkable kids: Alia, Nathanael and Ethan. The scripture that brings him inspiration is Hebrews 12.
Email Address: qmetke@necclife.org
Administrator/Elder- Nancy and Mark Mcdade
Nancy works nearly full time as the church Office Administrator and Mark doubles as Elder and “tech guy." Mark, Nancy and their two children, Pam and Lee, moved to Connecticut from the Midwest in 1990 and know all about “culture shock.” The good news is they adjusted and after wondering what on earth they were doing so far from home they saw God’s awesome hand in their lives. Their children are now young adults with Pam living in Annapolis MD and Lee going for his Masters in Mechanical Engineering at RIT. They both love being part of this body of Christ at Northeast Community Church and feel really blessed that God has directed them here.
What their neighbors might say:
“You may be a red-neck if:” you have 2 Corvettes (and want a pick-up) in Fairfield County.
Favorite Bible Verses:
Micah 6:8 He has shown you, O Man, what is good. And what does He require of you? To act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.
I Timothy 6:15,16 God, the blessed and only Ruler, the King of kings, and Lord of lords, who alone is immortal and who lives in unapproachable light, whom no one has seen or can see. To Him be honor and might, forever. Amen
Email Address: nmcdade@necclife.org mmcdade@necclife.org
Elder/Director of Discipleship - Frank and Kathy Starvel
What would make a seemingly sane couple who have lived in Greenwich since 1969 and raised three children there---brave I-95 traffic to worship and participate at Northeast Community in Norwalk?
Kathy and Frank say that it’s worth it. They attribute it to the people, the worship, and the adventurous and full life in trying to follow God. They also keep busy with other activities that include: scuba, golf, and equestrian, travel, shooting and reading.
Kathy’s favorite verse:
Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)
For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Frank’s favorite verse:
Proverbs 3:5-6 (NLT)
Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. [6] Seek his will in all you do, and he will direct your paths.
Email Address: fstarvel@necclife.org kstarvel@necclife.org
Leadership Team
Aaron & Liane Dahlke
