Whether you are caring for a newborn, guiding an elementary student, navigating middle school, or preparing a high schooler for adulthood, we’d love to support your discipleship journey as you disciple your family.
New Life Church offers support, community, and resources for every parenting phase, from early childhood through high school.
We want families with young children to feel supported as they participate in church life and equipped as they disciple their children at home.
New Life Kids
Our New Life Kids Ministry provides age-appropriate teaching and care during services.
Visit our New Life Kids Ministry page to learn more.
Community for Parents
Homegroups
These groups create space for parents to build friendships and walk alongside others in a similar season.
Playgroup
We also host a bi-weekly New Life Playgroup for children 5th grade and under and their parents/guardians. Email City@newlifea2.org for details.
NLC Community Support Networks
Our church GroupMe and email lists allow members to share needs and support one another. Families frequently use these networks to:
- Share children’s clothing and furniture
- Post babysitting or nanny job opportunities
- Request prayer
Email City@newlifea2.org to learn how to be added.
Additional Support for Early Childhood Families
We aim to welcome babies and toddlers with the same open arms Jesus showed children.
- New Life Kids provides childcare for infants and age-appropriate teaching for toddlers during Sunday morning services.
- A gated, quiet family room with a live stream is also available during services.
- Childcare (ages 5 and under) is available for many whole-church events.
- A separate nursing room in the women’s bathroom (second floor)
- High chairs are available for church meals.
Home groups with young families often:
- Maintain baby-friendly environments
- Offer free childcare when possible
- Have lower expectations for content engagement
- Coordinate meal trains for families welcoming a new child
Our New Life Youth Ministry serves students in 6th–12th grade with teaching, fellowship, and discipleship opportunities.
Visit our New Life Youth Ministry page.
High school students are also welcome to participate in our AIM (Men’s Ministry) and Thrive (Women’s Ministry).
Parenting Conference
We host a parenting conference every other year to equip and encourage families in the important work of raising young people.
Meeting with a Pastor or Mentor
Parents and guardians are always welcome to reach out to the City Team at City@newlifea2.org for additional support or to be connected with a pastor or parenting mentor.
LGBTQ+ Education and Care Team
While holding a traditional view of marriage, we aspire to care well for our LGBTQ+ community. Email lgbtqect@newlifea2.org to get connected.
Help for Hard Seasons
Hard seasons are a part of life, and they can be especially complex in family situations.
Visit our Help for Hard Seasons page to view support resources for grief, addiction recovery, financial crisis, divorce care, caregiver support, and more.
The following ministries and programs have been helpful to members of our church community. New Life Church does not have any oversight of these programs, but lists them here as additional resources to explore.
Toddler & Preschool
MomCo (formerly MOPS)
Local chapters (including at St. Luke and other nearby churches) offer encouragement and community for mothers of young children.
Elementary Age
Vacation Bible School (VBS) at St. Paul Lutheran (mid-June annually)
A four–day summer morning camp for children focused on biblical teaching and fun activities.
Gull Lake Family Camp
A Christian Family Camp. Several NLC Families traditionally attend Week 8, in late July
Camp Paradise
A Christian summer camp, the father-son and father-daughter camps are popular among our families.
Youth (6th–12th Grade)
SpringHill Retreats
Christian camp experiences focused on spiritual growth and community.
Gull Lake Family Camp
Opportunities for families and students to grow together in faith.
If you need encouragement, practical help, prayer, or simply someone to listen, we would love to connect with you.
Email City@newlifea2.org.
We also have resources for other areas and seasons of life. Visit any page on this menu to continue learning about our other ministries and resources.
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