That He Might Walk Among Us
Our Staff and Team
Tolivar Wills--Church Planter
Tolivar, and his lovely wife Sam, hail from the great state of Ohio. Following 11 great years of ministry with Campus Crusade at Miami of Ohio University, the Lord led them to pursue their theological studies at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. They have 3 beautiful children, ranging from 13 to 5 years old. Upon arriving at CPC, Tolivar focused upon ministry to graduate students and professionals and various other pastoral duties. Currently, his primary focus has shifted to planting a new church site in the Hill community of New Haven. They love college football, the Ohio State Buckeyes, and spending time with friends and family.
In addition to loving to Shepherd the people of God, Pastor Tolivar loves to pass on what was given to him in various small groups, Churches, conferences, and retreats. If you would like to contact him about a possible speaking or training engagement, please make your inquiries with our office. We will get back to you in a day or two:
In addition to loving to Shepherd the people of God, Pastor Tolivar loves to pass on what was given to him in various small groups, Churches, conferences, and retreats. If you would like to contact him about a possible speaking or training engagement, please make your inquiries with our office. We will get back to you in a day or two:
Maxine Harris--Administrative Assistant
Hello, My name is Maxine Harris. I was born in New York City and came to live in New Haven in 1976; making me a resident of the Elm City for nearly 31 years. I am one of 14 Harris children, which includes 7 brothers and 7 sisters. As you can imagine, we are a very close knit family, who were raised in a Muslim family. While in high school I attended Lee High and James Hill house High School. Following high school, I occasionaly attended Gateway Community College, where I received a certificate in entry level computers. I have had jobs at the former Sent Phone company and Yale New Haven Hospital. As well, I have had a large involvement in the local PTO organization at my children's elementary school. I have 7 of my own children; 2 girls and 5 boys, with the added bonus of two lovely grandchildren. Since placing my faith in Christ I have come to love getting to know the Lord and seeing how His power and love has brought my family together.
Ivette Hernandez--Women's Bible Study Leader
Joann Yi Phelan was born in the greatest city in the world, New York, and grew up splitting her time between New York and Taiwan. She is an avid baker (much to the detriment of her husband's waistline), works at a non-profit evaluating poverty alleviation strategies, and studies public policy in her spare time. She has attended CPC in the Hill since moving to New Haven in July 2010 and currently leads the women's group.
Steve Hernandez & Bill Curtis--Men's Bible Study Leaders
Greg Phelan is originally from Miami, Florida, and has now spent six years (and counting!) in New Haven, where he is currently studying economics. He enjoys swimming, playing guitar, and cooking, which he prefers to do with his wonderful wife, Joann. He's been involved with CPC in the Hill since August 2009 and currently teaches the youth Sunday school.