Staff

In 1983, while pregnant with their third son, Deborah and Jim stepped into pastoral ministry. The following year, they purchased their first church building in South Omaha, beginning a journey that would impact countless individuals, marriages, and families. At the heart of their ministry was a simple desire: to lead people to Christ, introduce them to the Holy Spirit, see people experience healing and deliverance, and make Jesus known. They also carried a special heart for strengthening marriages and ministered to couples through seminars and pastoral ministry.

Deborah and Jim were blessed with four children, three sons and a daughter, and one of their greatest joys has been seeing the legacy of faith continue through their family. Three of their children have served in ministry, and today their daughter serves as lead pastor of the church Deborah and Jim established, Liberty Church.

After more than four decades of ministry, Deborah’s heart remains the same: to help people know who they are in Jesus Christ, know His Word, and truly know Him. She loves Omaha and its people and continues to carry a deep desire to see Jesus made known from one generation to the next.

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Mike received Jesus at a R.W. Schambach meeting and was filled with the Holy Spirit at a Full Gospel Business Men’s gathering. He has been a member of Liberty Church since 1984. Beginning in 1992, Mike has served as a leader and volunteer in the ministry of helps, including ushering and staff support. For ten years, he coordinated the ministry of helps at a national conference. He joined the church staff in 2002 and has served as a pastor since 2000. Today, Mike continues his ministry of helps as outreach coordinator and cake designer.

They are passionate about discipling people and helping them reach their full potential in Jesus. Brandon gave his life to Jesus at a young age, growing up in a Spirit-filled Christian home. He was filled with the Holy Spirit at age 11 and felt called to ministry in high school. At a church youth conference, he was prophesied over and told that he would serve in ministry. Much like Brandon, Charity gave her life to Jesus at a young age and was filled with the Holy Spirit on her 16th birthday. She felt led to attend Bible college in Atlanta, Georgia, where she met Pastor Mercedes (Liberty’s lead pastor). Pastor Mercedes invited Charity to stay with her for the summer between her second and third years of Bible college in Omaha. While volunteering at the church that summer, Charity met Brandon. Brandon was thrilled when she agreed to a date, and they later married as they pursued God’s purpose and plan for their lives together.

They are passionate about investing in the next generation and are grateful for every opportunity to encourage, teach, and make a difference in the lives of kids.

When Cassidy first walked through Liberty’s doors, they did not know what to expect. Yet, before even finding a seat in the sanctuary, Cassidy experienced a sense of peace and belonging that made them realize they were home.

Cassidy began attending Liberty Church in May 2018 and quickly became involved in the youth group and media team, helping run slides and lights. Thankfully, Cassidy only created one memorable blackout along the way.

In 2019, Cassidy was given the opportunity to become a Co-Director of the youth group and also joined the worship team. Over the past several years, Cassidy transitioned to playing drums—often without shoes and with the occasional dropped drumstick, much to the team’s amusement. Cassidy also helps capture photos and videos for social media and is always willing to jump in wherever needed.

Fun Facts

- Born again: 2012
- Favorite Bible character: Esther
- Favorite Scriptures: Isaiah 40:31 and Galatians 6:9
- Hobbies: Running, camping, snowboarding, spending time outdoors, photography, writing, music, and growing watch and camera collections
- Favorite food: Despite what some staff members may say, it is not chicken tenders—though they are enjoyed without shame. A favorite meal is pot roast with steamed carrots and mashed potatoes covered in brown gravy.
- Favorite candy: Nerds Berry Gummy Clusters and Reese’s Stix
- Accomplishment: Completing a first full marathon
- Sports team: Nebraska Cornhuskers—“This is our year!” Go Big Red!
- Favorite TV show: The Golden Girls
- Favorite things to do: Spending time with family and friends and making people laugh
- Favorite color: Royal blue—especially anything that complements Cassidy’s salt-and-pepper hair

One thing people may not know about Cassidy is that they have intentionally gone shark diving in Florida, which they consider one of the coolest experiences they have ever had.

Nick attended and graduated from Liberty’s ministry college, the Underground School of Ministry. He serves alongside his wife, Samantha, who is also actively involved in serving at Liberty Church. Together, they are grateful to be part of the Liberty family and to invest their time and gifts into the ministry.