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Dear Church Family,
The Bible clearly teaches the role of a deacon in the New Testament church. Here at New Life, every family has been assigned a shepherd. This shepherd, or deacon, is responsible to help you spiritually grow in your faith.
These men are your friends to pray for you, to help you to connect here at New Life and to communicate to you God's love!
When your deacon calls, do not be surprised! He will be making sure that the information we have gathered here at the church is correct. Also, he is genuinely interested in praying for you and your family. Below, please see the photo of your deacon and read his message to help you get to know him better.
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Rick Leslie: Serving last names beginning with A-B
Dear New Life Family,
A Scripture verse from your deacon:
In the following verse God promises - "I will carry you."
Isaiah 46:4
"Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and rescue you."
As I read this recently it struck me as something I wanted to share with you and I have now incorporated it into my daily prayer for each of you. It is that you know God's love so intimately that you have no doubt of these loving promises of sustenance, support and deliverance. Please call on us to help you know this promise.
We have enjoyed serving you this past year and many of you we have been privileged to know even better. We hope in the coming months we will get to know more of you. Please don't hesitate to call upon us if you need us or the church to pray with you or for you, or to help you in any way. You may contact us at anytime through the church or at the numbers below.
May you know His loving promises and God bless you.
Rick Leslie
622 Covert Rd., New Castle, PA 16102
Home: 724-667-0341
Cell: 412-298-7126
Email: Rickleslie622@yahoo.com |
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Jeff Bryan: Serving Last names
beginning with C
656 7th St
Sharpsville, PA 16150
Phone 724-962-9318
More info to follow
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Brad Mantzell Serving last names beginning with D-F
5 Oak Tree Ct
West Middlesex, PA 16159
Phone 724-906-8090
more info to follow
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Ron Leonhardt: Serving last names beginning with G-J
Dear Friends,
A Scripture verse from your deacon:
I Peter 3:8:
"Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble."
We often speak of the "Church Family". Being a part of New Life, you are indeed in our Church Family. Being part of an earthly family, you realize everyone in the family is not exactly the same. We all have different talents, aspirations and needs. Being the same is not what makes a family. We have Christ as our Heavenly Father which makes us a Church Family. When family gets together, there is usually that unique feeling of oneness and joy. We hope you have shared in this joy here at New Life. We are one through Christ.
Romans 12:10
"Be devoted to one another in brotherly love."
As part of the Church Family, we welcome the opportunity to share with you through prayer and fellowship. Whether in time of joy or sorrow, we count it a privilege to share these times.
In the love of Christ,
Ron Leonhardt
257 East Neshannock Avenue
New Wilmington, PA 16142
Phone: 724-946-0201 |
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Beau McElfresh: Serving last names beginning with K-L
Dear Friends and Family,
A Scripture verse from your deacon:
Ephesians 2:8-10:
"For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith - and not from yourselves, it is the gift of God - not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do."
I feel honored and privileged to have been chosen to be your deacon here at New Life Baptist Church. My wife and I take this calling of service for the Lord with enthusiasm and excitement as part of the New Life family.
Just a little bit about us... We have been members of New Life since 2004, although we had a few years away, living in the Washington D.C. area; it has been a blessing to be back. God has a plan for all of our lives and it was clear to us that we were being led back to Western PA and the New Wilmington area. It is hard to believe how fast time has gone, but a year ago God blessed us with our first child, a daughter, Addison. I mention that because it will explain why we frequent the 11 AM service on Sunday mornings (trying to get a 1 year old up and ready!). We can also be found on Wednesday nights in the Teen Loft a.k.a Studio 315 at 7 PM as we are teen leaders for the 9th graders.
I look forward to getting the opportunity to know you and, most importantly, pray for you and your families in times of happiness, thankfulness, sorrow, and need.
Psalm 118
"Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever."
In Christ's love,
Beau McElfresh
112 Heather Heights Rd
New Wilmington, PA 16142
Phone: 724-714-7851 |
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Tom Fowler: Serving last names beginning with M
Dear New Life Family,
A Scripture verse from your deacon...
Ephesians 3:16-19:
"I pray that out of His glorious riches He may strengthen you with power through His Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may have power, together with all the saints, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge - that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God."
What an exciting time to be part of New Life Baptist Church. We are seeing so many people saved, baptized, becoming members and really getting involved with one another in all forms of ministry. We are seeing more and more of our own members going on short term mission trips around the world to truly make a difference and take the Gospel "to the uttermost parts of the Earth."
As we celebrate our 19th Anniversary of ministry as a church, it is my prayer that you are getting plugged in to the different programs that New Life has to offer. Refuel, our Wednesday night growth group, is an amazing time to get together in an intimate setting with just a few close friends and grow closer to God learning what it means to go deeper in your faith and spending time praying for one another. There really is something for everyone here at New Life Baptist Church.
As I have been reading each day this month, I have been in the book of Ephesians and have shared verses from the third chapter above. We need one another to help make it through this life and God has blessed us with a church of believers and pastors who are not ashamed to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ. If you have a specific prayer request, I would love the opportunity to pray with you or help in any way that I can. If I cannot help, I will find someone who can, to meet your specific need.
May God bless you as you continue to live for Him and discover all that He has for you.
In His service,
Psalm 118
"Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever."
Tom Fowler
621 New Castle Road
Farrell, PA 16121
Phone: 724-983-0146 |
Jim Urban: Serving last names beginning with N-P
Dear New Life Family,
A Scripture verse from your deacon:
Jeremiah 29:11:
"For I know the thoughts I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope."
Allow me to take a minute to introduce myself. My name is Jim Urban and I am your deacon at New Life Baptist Church. You probably know me as the leader of Operation Christmas Child in our church. My wife, Joline, and I have been members of the church for 11 years. We have 4 children: Julianne (age 12), Amanda (Age 10), Joshua (age 8), and Lindsey (age 5). We live in Neshannock Township.
These are exciting times at our church! There are missions teams going out all over the world. We are also partnering with World Help and Samaritan's Purse in several Third World Countries, and with dozens of missionaries around the world. While on the home front, there are several ways to be involved. Refuel is our Wednesday night small group ministry.
This is a great way to be able to know other church members on a more personal level. There are ministries for all ages like Mom's Caring & Sharing, Summer Spectacular for the kids, and Young at Heart for our seniors.
New Life Baptist Church is a place for believers to grow and develop in the Lord. There is a wide variety of ministry opportunities where one can be used of God - to learn, grow, and to
reach out and help others. Whatever God given gifts you have, we can help you find a place to "plug-in". One of my duties as deacon is to be there for you if you have any prayer requests, praises, or concerns that need to be shared with the pastoral staff. Please feel free to call or
e-mail me anytime.
It is my hope to meet each family, but with a church our size it is sometimes difficult to do. If you see me, don't hesitate to introduce yourself. I look forward to getting to know you as we serve Christ together.
Sincerely in Christ,
Jim Urban
301 Frazier Drive
New Castle PA 16105
Home phone: 724-652-7373
Email: urban6395@verizon.net
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Tom Cokain: Serving names beginning with Q-R
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
A Scripture verse from your deacon:
Romans 5:8:
"But God commendeth His love toward us. In that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us."
God has provided a blessing, a new life for all who believe in His only Son, Jesus Christ.
John 3:16
"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life."
God has given his unconditional love to each of us.
Romans 5:8-10
"But God commendeth His love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Much more then, being now justified by His blood, we shall be saved from wrath through Him. For if, when we were enemies we were reconciled to God by the death of His Son, much more, being reconciled, we shall be saved by His life"
New Life Church is an instrument of love to us. God's Church allows each Christian the ability to worship Him, to grow in His Word, and to serve Him. The acts of worship, spiritual growth and service help us to obey Christ's commandments.
Matthew 22:37-40
"Jesus said unto him, THOU SHALT LOVE THE LORD THY GOD WITH ALL THY HEART, AND ALL THY SOUL, AND WITH ALL THY MIND. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, THOU SHALT LOVE THY NEIGHBOR AS THYSELF. on these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets."
Praise to our Lord Jesus Christ for His unfailing love.
Matthew 28:18-20
"And Jesus came and spoke unto them, saying, 'All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen'."
If there is any information you may need or if you have a prayer request, let me know.
Your Deacon,
Tom Cokain
3683 Lee Run Road
Hermitage, PA 16148
724-346-6387 |
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Jeff Davis: Serving last names beginning with S-U
Dear New Life Family,
A Scripture verse from your deacon:
I Corinthians 10:31:
"Whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God."
As your new deacon, I would like to introduce myself and my family to you. My name is Jeff Davis. My wife, Natalie, and I have two boys, Jack and Max. Jack is a six-year-old kindergartener and Max is a two-year-old boy who thinks he is six! I am a math teacher at Sharon High School. Natalie currently stays home to raise our children.
Natalie and I have had the opportunity to serve in different areas of the church. We have had the privilege to serve as small group leaders on Wednesday nights for several different groups. This includes leading the 7th grade Wednesday night group which was a great time. Natalie and I help with the Summer Spectacular program which our oldest son thinks is the best week of the summer. Natalie also participates in Mom's Caring and Sharing, More Than A Story Hour and scrapbooking at the church.
My father recently spent a month in the hospital and the people at New Life were a great source of prayer and support to my family. As your deacon, I would like to extend that same source of support and prayer to you and your family and help you with any other needs.
Please feel free to contact me with any prayer needs that you have.
Romans 12:11
"Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer."
At New Life, there are numerous ministries to participate in. If you have any questions about the ministries at New Life, I would like to answer your questions and help you get plugged into a group.
I Corinthians 10:31
"Whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God."
Natalie and I are very appreciative that our boys are able to be part of the children's program at New Life on Sunday mornings and Wednesday nights. The children's program, from the infant room to the teens, is excellent. If your children do not participate, we would love to answer any questions that you may have.
Proverbs 22:6
"Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it."
Natalie and I look forward to talking to you and getting to know you better.
Jeff and Natalie Davis
3810 Panin Rd.
Hermitage, PA 16148
Home phone: 724-342-2208
Email: jjndavis@verizon.net
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Barry Weaver: Serving last names beginning with V-Z
Dear Friends,
A Scripture verse from your deacon:
Ephesians 3:20-21:
"Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen"
Hello! My name is Barry Weaver, your new deacon at New Life Baptist Church. I am replacing Denny Barger as your deacon under the shepherding ministry.
Every believer in Christ will have many different spiritual needs at various stages in life.
Ecclesiastes 3:1
"For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven."
Therefore, New Life Baptist Church has something to offer everyone in their own season and spiritual journey with Christ. It is my greatest pleasure to serve you and I welcome the opportunity to help assist in discipling you in our Church family with God's grace and joy.
I can be reached at the numbers and email address below should you need any guidance, prayers, or have any other concerns.
In the love of Christ,
Barry Weaver
1736 Shaw Rd.
Volant, PA 16156
Home phone: 724-533-2626
Cell phone: 724-882-3907
Email: bcw@zoominternet.com
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