Espresso Self

Espresso Self was a big hit tonight at New Life. From rock music to musical numbers to ping pong ball tricks to balancing acts, we were well entertained with all of the talent in our church. There was plenty of hot chocolate and coffee and healthy portions of singing, dancing, banjo-playing and even some laughs. These pictures will explain better than words--enjoy!

Espresso Self

Espresso self is coming! New Life's first annual talent show/coffee house is on Sunday, February 22nd at 6pm. Sign up at the Welcome Center with your song, dance, group skit, drama, musical number, or crazy talent that you just have to share. Anyone and everyone is welcome to participate. Be sure to bring friends, family and neighbors to enjoy an evening of coffee and undiscovered talent.

We need your help! Bring in what you can; items needed include: coffee cups with lids, hot chocolate, flavored creamer, and cash to cover any additional costs of items not contributed. We'll see you there!

Superbowl XLIII

Football fans from the Fishers/Pendleton home group enjoyed Superbowl XLIII at Jeff and Dianne White’s house. The kids (and adults!) had fun watching the commercials in 3D with special glasses provided by Jeff and Dianne. Home groups at New Life provide a great way to get involved, get connected, get some food, fellowship…and even football.

New Life Welcome Ministry

When my children were three and one, I decided it was time to find a MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) group in the Fishers area. I found one that was just a few blocks away from our house, contacted the director, and arrived the following Friday. As I walked into the church, babies in tow, I was so relieved to see a lobby full of mom's and people to greet me. I had no idea where to go, no idea where to take my kids, and I felt vulnerable and nervous because of it. I smiled shyly at one mom, whose gaze jumped to the mom next to her as if she hadn't seen me. I tried another, whose eyes went to the floor. I walked in a few steps more, wondering if maybe it wasn't obvious enough that I was new. I went down the line of mom's, thinking surely someone would be willing to help, but I soon realized no one was going to make the move. I no longer had the energy to verbally ask someone for help myself, so I tucked my tail between my legs, turned and walked back to my van with my two kids who I had worked so hard to scrub up for the morning. With tears brimming, I realized for the first time in years, what it truly feels like to be the visitor.
I've attended New Life with my family for eight years now; it has been a very long time since I had been in the visitor's shoes. I knew very quickly that God had intentionally slipped those uncomfortable shoes on me that morning.
The welcome ministry could not in any way be more crucial to the overall ministry of a church family. The moment people walk in, they deserve to be welcomed with a smile and a handshake.
Mimi and I are working on building a greeter's schedule that will add to and build upon the amazing job our ushers do each week. We're simply going to enlarge the team! Please think and pray about whether or not you can help out one Sunday each month! You can let myself (Jenessa Denniston, jenessaden@yahoo.com), Mimi, or Jerry Ravencraft know if you are willing to help. And there will be a very brief meeting after church this coming Sunday (February 8th) for all who are interested!
God bless,
Jenessa