Meet the Lieberknechts!
Michael and Denise, both born and raised San Diego kids, first met while working at neighboring churches. As the story goes – first came love, then came marriage, then came two kids of their own! They moved to Northern Nevada in 2014 when Michael accepted a position with a church in Reno, and they immediately fell in love with the people and community.
Michael holds a Bachelor’s degree in Christian ministries, with a minor in Biblical Literature, as well as a Master’s Degree from Bethel Seminary in Transformational Leadership. He loves teaching, dreaming big dreams, and helping people find their place in the church. When he’s not nerding out over good coffee, he can be found coaching Little League baseball or enjoying being outside on adventures with the family.
Denise has a Bachelor’s Degree in Biblical Studies, with a minor in Exposition. While Michael is the visionary, Denise thrives in the details – nothing brings her more joy than a good spreadsheet. She loves hearing people’s stories over coffee, planning events to build community, and also teaching God’s Word. Her perfect day involves a good book, a hammock in the shade, and an Iced Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso.
A love for the local church has always anchored Michael and Denise. Most recently Michael served as Family and Missions Pastor at Hope Community Church in Reno, NV. Denise was also on the pastoral staff serving as the Women’s Pastor. With the support of Hope, the long-held dream of church planting became reality in 2023. Michael and Denise have a desire to see people all over Carson City embrace a fullness of life that comes only from Jesus.
If you haven’t gotten to meet them yet, reach out and say hello – they’d love nothing more than to get to know you!