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Just as a tree's roots anchor it firmly in the ground, our faith in Christ and His Word anchors us in a world that is ever-changing. When we are grounded in truths we can trust we are able to weather the storms of life with strength and resilience, and build lives that bear fruit that blesses those around us.  Embark on a journey through profound biblical themes that are essential for all Christians who seek solid grounds for living.

Help and hope as you navigate the Christmas season. Are you wondering how you will survive the weeks surrounding Christmas? Are the holidays ahead creating a feeling of emptiness and dread in your heart knowing that everything has changed? Our Surviving the Holidays class is especially for people who are separated and divorced. You’ll learn:

• How to deal with the many emotions you’ll face during the holidays
• Helpful tips for surviving social events
• Ways to give your kids a good holiday experience
• How to discover hope for your future

Help and hope as you navigate the Christmas season. Are you wondering how you will survive the weeks surrounding Christmas? Are the holidays ahead creating a feeling of emptiness and dread in your heart knowing that everything has changed? Our Surviving the Holidays class is especially for people who have experienced the deep longing for a loved one who is no longer there. Through this sensitive and informative course, you will begin the healing process and find out:

• How to deal with the many emotions you’ll face during the holidays
• Helpful tips for surviving social events
• Ways to give your kids a good holiday experience even in the face of loss
• How to discover hope for your future

Join us for a special New Life Church Family Carol Celebration at 9am on Sunday the 8 December, all friends and family welcome. There will be a programme suitable for all ages to enjoy, with our favourite carols and some stunning musical items. It is really a not-to-be-missed event for the whole family, so please extend this invitation to everyone you know. God bless you and we look forward to seeing you there!

Joy to the World! Join us on Wednesday 25 December for our special Christmas Family service at 9am, in-person and online. It’s time to celebrate the hope of Christmas, our Saviour Jesus Christ who entered this world to restore mankind to the Father. Get ready for beautiful, uplifting worship & as well as an inspiring message from Pastor Chris Stark. Bring the whole family and all your friends as we enjoy this special time together.

DivorceCare is a safe place where caring people come alongside you and support you as you find healing from the pain of separation or divorce. At this 13 week, video-based support group program you'll find helpful and empathetic facilitators (who themselves have gone through the pain of divorce) to help you manage the emotional turmoil of divorce / separation. There are break-aways to smaller groups after the videos, where sensitive discussions will be guided by our DC facilitators, and where you can share as much or as little as you are able. DC4K is a parallel support group for the children (ages 5-12) of parents attending the DivorceCare Group. Children need to heal from the pain caused by the separation or divorce of their parents and this group helps them to navigate through their confusion and pain and begin to process their feelings through the use of videos and planned activities. You can bring your children along and register them on arrival.
*Workbook cost R230

If you’ve lost a loved one you’ve probably found that there are not many people who understand the deep pain you feel. GriefShare is an authentic, caring environment which will help you process the enormous pain of losing someone you love. The group meets weekly around a video and a discussion, it is a safe place where you will be able to begin to gently process the grief you feel.
*Workbook cost R250

Single & Parenting is a small group program designed for parents who are single, divorced or widowed, a community of single parents who encourage one another as they grow in their parenting skills. This dynamic international in-person course is run on 13 consecutive Thursdays at 7pm. The course includes videos sessions, discussions and workbooks. Topics covered offer practical tools that will help you face your unique parenting challenges.
*Workbook cost R250

At New Life Church we have a special heart for senior members (60+ years).  Young at Heart offers seniors a weekly opportunity to enjoy sound Biblical teaching, socialising and always a hot cuppa and something tasty!
*Venue: Pastors Lounge Kidslife Building

If you are feeling the nudge of the Spirit to make New Life Church your spiritual home, step1: Become a Member is our new members class. If you are new, or you've previously not been able to attend this class, this is the next vital step in your spiritual growth where you will find out more about New Life Church, our vision and values, and what we call the "DNA" of our church. Being rooted and grounded as part of a local church is where you will grow and meet other like-minded people. We warmly invite you to register for our Become a Member class.

God has given us spiritual gifts for many purposes. Ultimately, all of these gifts have been provided to equip us to glorify God as we serve one another in the Body of Christ. Understanding and embracing our roles as believers and sharing the unique gifts and abilities God has given us are essential to building His Kingdom. We will explore how to use our gifts and talents to serve others, both in our church and out in the communities where we live. In this session we will introduce you to a variety of our ministry leaders and serving opportunities here at New Life. We warmly invite you to register for our Discover Your Design class.

Has there been a tug in your heart when you see others being baptised? You might even wonder why Water Baptism is such a big growth step as a Christian. Baptism is an outward expression of an inward commitment to be a Christ Follower in every sense of the word. Register to take this wonderful next step in your spiritual growth.