Our leadership team is called "the Grupo" instead of "Staff". Why?
The Connection is a fellowship that is lead by members of the Congregation, not staff.
The Grupo is made up of individuals that have demonstrated a willingness to embrace the vision and join in the mission.
Meet some of The Grupo.

This is the Carpizo's, Paula and Miguel. They just recently celebrated their anniversary! Miguel is the lead and teaching pastor, he is also the Outreach Coordinator. Paula does 95% of the interpreting and she is the Media Coordinator and in charge of the office. Miguel & Paula came here as missionaries from Mexico about 6 years ago. Since then they have been instrumental in developing the ministry of the United Methodist Church with the Hispanic population in the Upper Cumberland.

Kenion and Barbara have been helping in the Hispanic Ministry for the last five years. They love to interact with people regarding the language they speak. Barbara is studying Spanish at TTU and she gets involve in everything she can to practice her Spanish skills. She is our Fellowship Coordinator and Kenion gets involve in everything that has to do with tools. Together with their children(Sam and Lee) are a vital part of our Community

John and Carrie Limbacher have been long time members of this community. John is a wiz with anything that has to do with wood, from ramps for people in wheel chairs to refinishing antique furniture. He is the Service Coordinator. Carrie is at the church so much you would think she is on the payroll. She loves to decorate and be creative. She is the Planning and Administration Coordinator.

Rockey and Jaime Talley have been long members of The United Methodist and now they found their place at Connection Community. Rockey is the Worship Coordinator and play guitar. He is the Disciplism Coordinator(pronounce dee-see-plee-sm).He teaches a bilingual class on Sunday and serves as the president of the Leadership Team. Jaime is one of the assistant of the children school and cooks a wonderful corn casserole!!! They are originally from Oklahoma City.