EXPERIENCE LIBERTY HILL

experience liberty hillBROTHERS AND HEROES

The Digest sat down with High school sweethearts Anthony and Tracy Kendig to talk about the mission— and ministry—of the City Collective and Community Barbershop.

What brought you to Liberty Hill?

Many years ago we were prompted to start a church, although we didn’t quite know where we were going. After much prayer and consideration, we knew God was drawing us to settle here in Liberty Hill. Originally from Georgetown, my wife and I were deeply eager for the opportunity to become part of a community that was reminiscent of our own small town. The full story about our arrival to Liberty Hill is equal parts God’s faithfulness and unexpected plot twists, but in a nutshell, we are absolutely confident God has us here to serve this incredible community for a reason and a purpose. What made you decide to provide this new kind of small group and worship?

We did not feel called to a traditional brick-and-mortar sense of the word church, but instead were inspired by the story of the early church in the book of Acts. Personally, we felt a greater opportunity for impact in our community by focusing on smaller, intentional groups and an emphasis on discipleship, fellowship, and acts of service. Our heart’s desire is to see lives changed by living closely in relationship with those around us, and leading others to do the same.

How are people responding to your paradigm of Thursday worship?

Knowing our church was going to be based in our home, we took a poll of those we knew were going to attend, and Thursday was the general consensus. People are positively responding to this approach to worship and study because we are purposing to meet them where they are. Our plan is to help develop and empower leaders to create opportunities for others to experience the love of Christ, by living intentionally in fellowship and community with those around them. It might be in a home, business, or a hangout. What can we look forward to with your new barbershop?

It’s a little crazy to start a church and open a barbershop at the same time, but we are so excited. For us, the vision of the barbershop and the church go hand-inhand. Called Community Barbershop for a reason, we desire to be a pillar of service and gathering for the city of Liberty Hill and surrounding areas.

We offer haircut services, beard trims, and classic hot-towel straight razor shaves in an inviting atmosphere where traditional barbering services combine with a contemporary vibe. In addition to barbering services, we will also have a small space for members of the community to use. Want to come an hour early for your haircut to get uninterrupted work or study done? As our tagline suggests: “you’ll come for the cut and stay for the community.”

Community Barbershop will be open Monday through Friday 9AM6PM, closed Saturdays and Sundays.