Welcome to Citylight Church.
Making disciples of Jesus to the glory of God.
Worship
And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another….
— Hebrews 10:24–25
Join us Every Sunday
Sundays at 5 PM
Hephzibah House · 51 W 75th St.
Gathering Details
Our church meets for worship every Sunday evening. We worship because God is worthy of praise. Join us to discover or deepen your faith in Christ.
Our gatherings are open to everyone.
Transit
Easily accessible by public transportation.
Kids
We serve families with childcare and kids ministry.
Attire
Come as you are—some dress up, others keep it casual.
Service Length
Our gathering lasts about 75 minutes.
Liturgy
Ancient roots. Modern expressions. Centered on the Word and the Table.
Community
By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.
— John 13:35
Find your People
Christian community isn't something we manufacture. It's the supernatural love and commonality God gives disciples of Jesus.
Citygroups are small, diverse gatherings that meet weekly to share a meal, study Scripture, and pray together. Jump in anytime.
Uptown Citygroup
Wednesdays @ 7:30pm
107th & Broadway
Downtown Citygroup
Thursdays @ 7:30pm
Moshava Art on 41 W 8th
Mission
Then he said to his disciples, "The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest."
— Matthew 9:37–38
Citylight New York is a new church forming in the heart of Manhattan, preparing to launch publicly in 2027.
Why plant a church in New York? Because millions of people here have never experienced the hope and transforming grace of Jesus. We believe God uses local churches to bring spiritual renewal to cities, and from those cities, to the world.
That’s why Tim and Sarah Shutes and a small team moved to Manhattan in 2024: to help build a church where people can find faith, community, and purpose in Christ.
A church plant isn’t just about starting a Sunday service. It’s about building a spiritual family, reaching neighbors with the gospel, and joining God’s work of renewal in one of the most influential cities on earth.
A church plant is a perfect place to grow in your faith, find meaningful friendship, and join a mission worth giving your life to. New York needs more gospel-centered churches. Come help build one.
Questions?
If you have questions about faith or the church, don’t talk to the internet.
Aug 09, 2026
Fear God, Not People
Sermon Series
Passage: Luke 12:1-12 — The three teachings in our passage today have one thing in common: Jesus is teaching his disciples how to be free from their fear of people. If you are crippled by the weight of anxiety about what other people will think of you, say about you, or do to you, this is the teaching that will free you. The fear of God, rightly understood and applied, will free you from your fear of others. That’s the big idea: Fear God, Not People. And we’ll see three progressive ways to be free from fear of others: Seek God’s Approval, Fear God’s Power, Acknowledge God’s Son.
Making disciples of Jesus to the glory of God.
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We'd love to have you join us for worship! Since we meet in a home, we'll send you the address and any last-minute details via text.
Visit a Citygroup
We'd love to welcome you to one of our Citygroups. Citygroups meet in homes and cafés throughout New York City for dinner, friendship, prayer, and Bible study.
Since Citygroups often meet in private spaces, we don't publish addresses online. Fill out the form below and we'll reach out with details about the group that best fits you.
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