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Our MissionLoving, Serving, Speaking Truth.

A Note From Pastor Randy

We are so excited for the Fall 2017 season of New Life Small Groups! Every week we hear awesome reports of how the relationships built in these life-giving groups are changing and enhancing lives! People are praying together, studying together, worshiping together, crying together, laughing together (lots of laughing!), playing together, serving together, and all in all just doing life together!

We believe there is a group here that will enhance your life. We believe there is a group here that will help you grow in your faith. We believe there is a group here where you can make a difference by serving. We believe we grow more in circles than in rows. We don’t believe small groups are a secondary aspect of the church, they are a primary aspect of the church. Small Groups are not secondary to services, they are as equally important as our services. Each week - get in a service and get in a group - and you will continue to grow in your relationship with Jesus!

If you are interested in starting a new group, check out the link to our training on our website.

Look for this symbol to signify a new group.

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WHAT’S YOUR IDEA?

Do you want to learn how to use your passion and hobby to connect with and serve others?

Do you have an idea for a new group or ministry?

It’s not about being perfect, it’s about serving others by giving them a place to connect. Hosting a small group is simple-choose a topic that interests you and select a time and location to meet with others to share it. Check out 1 video and 1 audio teaching here at www.NewLife4Kokomo.org/Start-A-Small-Group for more information and download the Ministry Guidelines and Ministry Response , or ask our office for copies. We give you essential tools to make your small group successful through this training. Your group can be listed in the next Info Book!

We believe people’s lives are changed one small group season at a time by moving one step toward Christ, and as a small group leader you get to play an important role in that process!

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Blessings in a Basket Meets: 2nd Thursday of each month @ 6:30 PMLocation: Sommer’s homeChild Care: No

To fill baskets to be delivered to expecting mothers and families. Homemade gifts and frozen meal preparation, prayer and fellowship.

Requirements: $10.00 for meal prep and to fill basketsLeaders: Joy Myers & Kristina SommersContact: Joy - 765.437.6182 [email protected] or Kristina - 765.860.7625 [email protected]

The Bag Ladies! Meets: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays @ 6 PM- 8 PM Location: WC2 Conference RoomChild Care: No

Have you ever wondered how to make PLARN? What exactly is plarn? Plarn is plastic bags cut in a way that creates yarn. We will be using this “yarn” to create all sorts of projects with crochet knit, braid and sewing. If you don’t do any of these things, that’s ok; you can cut and ball the plarn! All completed projects will be featured at the NLC Craft Bazaar. All money made from the sales will go to the NLC missions fund. *Save all plastic bags and turn in to the Information Center. They will be picked up after 11 AM service.

Requirements: Your favorite size crochet/ knitting needles and heavy duty scissorsLeader: Kathy HelvieContact: [email protected] or 574.355.9204

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Decorating Your HomeMeets: 2nd & 4th Monday @ 5:30 PM Location: TBA Child Care: No

We will be teaching design tricks to make your home beautiful and comfortable for your family. God placed emphasis on His house in every detail. You should also make your home a sanctuary for you and your guests. We will be helping you do that to your home and shopping and spending time in fellowship with each other. Come and have fun!

Requirements: None Leader: Sheryl Dillman Contact: [email protected] or 765.434.1150

EMSMeets: TBDLocation: New Life ChurchChild Care: TBD

To get a list together from the first responders in the church willing to respond, if necessary, during the church services. Help maintain the emergency supplies in the church and meet together for limited training at the church and fellowship with other first responders within the church.

Requirements: None Leader: Gabrielle StillwellContact: [email protected] or 765.461.2301

Guns-N-RosesMeets: Saturdays TBD Location: VariesChild Care: No

Females interested in firearms for enjoyment or for personal protection will enjoy this opportunity to learn new skills while developing healthy relationships with other women. In this group, we learn the proper and safe way to handle firearms no matter our level of experience.

Requirements: Females, at least age of 21 and eye protectionLeader: Michelle McCauleyContact: [email protected] or 765.461.6764

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Identity TheftMeets: TBDLocation: 1809 N CR 300 E Kokomo, IN 46901Child Care: No

Have you had something stolen from you? Something you thought you’d never recover?

We will be focusing on “who we are” as sons and daughters of God and what we do with this incredible gift of identity that God has freely given us.

There will be a focus on Scripture, prayer then practical outreach in the community.

P.S. If you’re reading this and say to yourself, “Well, that whole ‘telling people about Jesus thing just isn’t my gift,’” then I beg you to sign up, because you are wrong…

Requirements: Printed Bible (besides an app)Leader: Bradley WhitedContact: [email protected] or 765.210.1191

James GangMeets: TBDLocation: local restaurant - TBDChild Care: No

Inspired by James 1:27 to look after widows and fatherless homes while keeping ourselves “unspotted”. Our group is available to support widows or single mothers but we do not meet regularly. Signing up for this group indicates a willingness to serve as requests are made. Conclusion of work/service includes an offer to pray with them and invite them to church (for those without a church home).

Requirements: Some tools required depending on job. Leader: Anthony Harris Contact: 317.650.3808

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Joy FellowshipMeets: 2nd Friday of each month @ 6:00 PMLocation: AC Gym Child Care: No

Are you 50 or older and want JOY in your life? Come join us for good food and FELLOWSHIP. Bring a food dish to share and get to know a great group of people. Do you like to play games? Then stay for a fun evening of friendly competition. Try us, you’ll like us.

Requirements: 50 years of age or older Leader: Lana Jordan Contact: 765.454.9047

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Marriage Takes <3Meets: Wednesday @ 7:00 PM Location: Youth Worship CenterChild Care: Yes

Marriage Takes Three is a small group for anyone wanting to improve their marriage orstart it off right. Whether you are in a first marriage, a remarriage, or an engagement, we believe this group is for you. The truest hope for marriage is to center our lives around the person of Jesus Christ. The highest purpose of our small group is not to transfer information, but rather, to connect with others who desire to have God’s best for our marriages and for our families.

This trimester, we will be watching the series called Guardrails. Ever wonder what it would be like to have guardrails in other areas of your life-areas where culture baits you to the edge of disaster and then chastises you when you step across the line? Your friendships. Your finances. Your marriage. Maybe your greatest regret could have been avoided if you had avoided if you used guardrails. In this six-week video based small group Bible study, Andy Stanley challenges us to stop flirting with disaster and establish some personal guardrails.

Next, we will be viewing the Love & Respect Conference. Excited yet burdened about male and female relationships, Dr. Emerson Eggerichs and his wife Sarah launched the Love & Respect Conferences in 1999. Based on over three decades of counseling as well as scientific and biblical research, this conference has given hope and new life to thousands of marriages. This ten week study will finish out our fall trimester.

Requirements: NoneLeaders: John & Christy WinterContact: [email protected] or 765.473.5962

Men’s Ministries/BreakfastMeets: 3rd Saturday of each month @ 8:30 AMLocation: AC GymChild Care: No

Develope relationships with men and their young sons for worship, service, fellowship and discipleship. Ages 13 and up. Youth must be accompanied by a parent.

Requirements: NoneLeader: Gene BonesteelContact: [email protected] or 480.440.0313

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Men’s Prayer GroupMeets: Tuesday @ 6:00 AM Location: Prayer Room & Worship Center Child Care: No

Come spend time in prayer with other men.

Requirements: None Leader: Doug Herrington Contact: 765.457.3189

Secret SistersMeets: Twice per year Location: N/AChild Care: No

Secret Sisters is an opportunity to bless your fellow sisters in Christ with love, support, encouragement, prayer, a hand written note, and/or small gift ($5 or less) as we live life together. Sessions run from January - June and July - December. Sisters are assigned and will be given a personal info sheet about their sister. Twice a year, we will have a carry-in meal and reveal our secret sisters.

Requirements: None Leader: Ashley Harris Contact: [email protected] or 317.650.3144 or Facebook group: NLC Women Connect

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AlphaMeets: Sunday 9:30AM (beginning September 10th)Location: YC 102Child Care: Yes

A practical introduction to the Christian faith. Anyone interested in finding out more about the Christian faith is welcome. Join others in a relaxed atmosphere. Each weekly session includes snacks, a video and a small group discussion. Here’s your chance to ask your questions and express your opinions.

Requirements: None Leader: Jim BerryContact: [email protected] or 765.217.4800

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AngelsMeets: Sunday @ 10:00 AM Location: WC2 Conference RoomChild Care: Yes

What is an Angel?Where did they come from?Do they have names?How are they different from men?How many kinds are there? How many are there?Do they have an organization?Satan and the Angelic RebellionSatan and the Temptation of EveDifferences in rank and powerAngelic Ministries

Requirements: Bring your BibleLeader: Don BuddContact: 765.452.1532

GriefShareMeets: Wednesday @ 7:00 PMLocation: WC2 Conference RoomChild Care: Yes

This group is designed to love others as they walk through the loss by death of a spouse or family member. This group is not to “fix” your situation but to come along side you as you carry on living.

Requirements: NoneLeader: Gerry SettyContact: [email protected] or 765.452.7111

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Managing Our Finances God’s WayMeets: Wednesday @ 7:00 PM Location: YC 102Child Care: Yes

What does God say about managing our finances? Quite a lot actually! In this 7 week study, we will discuss God’s financial concepts, and a weekly assignment to learn how to handle the resources He has given us.

Requirements: Book Leader: Dale SommersContact: [email protected]

Marriage Takes <3Meets: Wednesday @ 7:00 PM Location: Youth Worship CenterChild Care: Yes

Marriage Takes Three is a small group for anyone wanting to improve their marriage orstart it off right. Whether you are in a first marriage, a remarriage, or an engagement, we believe this group is for you. The truest hope for marriage is to center our lives around the person of Jesus Christ. The highest purpose of our small group is not to transfer information, but rather, to connect with others who desire to have God’s best for our marriages and for our families.

This trimester, we will be watching the series called Guardrails. Ever wonder what it would be like to have guardrails in other areas of your life-areas where culture baits you to the edge of disaster and then chastises you when you step across the line? Your friendships. Your finances. Your marriage. Maybe your greatest regret could have been avoided if you had avoided if you used guardrails. In this six-week video based small group Bible study, Andy Stanley challenges us to stop flirting with disaster and establish some personal guardrails.

Next, we will be viewing the Love & Respect Conference. Excited yet burdened about male and female relationships, Dr. Emerson Eggerichs and his wife Sarah launched the Love & Respect Conferences in 1999. Based on over three decades of counseling as well as scientific and biblical research, this conference has given hope and new life to thousands of marriages. This ten week study will finish out our fall trimester.

Requirements: NoneLeaders: John & Christy WinterContact: [email protected] or 765.473.5962

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Psalms: The Cure for Emotional DistressMeets: Wednesday 7:00 PM Location: New Life Worship Center Child Care: Yes

No other book of the Bible contains the range of emotions faced by all humans. Written by a variety of authors these ancient songs sink to the lowest depths of emotional despair, yet also reach the heights of emotional ecstasy found only in a personal relationship with God. Join us as we study these cries from the heart which will help us deal with the range of emotions that we all face.

Requirements: NoneLeader: Pastor Randy BlankenshipContact: 765.459.5067 / [email protected]

Sunday EveningMeets: Sunday @ 6:00 PM Location: New Life Worship CenterChild Care: No

Sunday evening in the Worship Center is a time for worship through singing, prayer and teaching/preaching the Word of God. Children are welcome with their parents.

Requirements: None Leader: Pastor Steve EckartContact: [email protected]

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“Uninvited” By: Lysa TerKeurstMeets: Wednesday 9:30 AMLocation: WC2 Conference RoomChild Care: No

With biblical depth gut honest vulnerability and refreshing wit, Lysa will help you: Stop feeling left out by believing that even when you are overlooked by others. You are handpicked by God. Change your tendency to either fall apart or control the actions of others by embracing God honoring ways to process your hurt. Know your exactly what to pray for the next ten days. To steady your soul and restore your confidence in the midst of rejection. Overcome the two core fears that feed your insecurities by understanding the secret of belonging.

Requirements: Book & Study Guide “Uninvited”Leader: Linda RaylContact: 765.434.2990

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Audio/Visual Dream TeamMeets: Sunday @ 8:00 AM & 5:00 PM as scheduledLocation: New Life Worship Center Child Care: AM Yes / PM No

The audio, visual, and lighting ministry is an exciting opportunity to serve and support. If a “behind the scene” job is your speed, you are a techie, and you have a good ear, then Audio, Visual & Lighting could be for you! No experience necessary

Requirements: Complete Growth Track. Ages 16 and older and a willingness to be part of “special event” schedules. Leader: Pastor Randy BlankenshipContact: [email protected] or 765.459.5067

Children’s Ministries - Adult Ministry OpportunitiesMeets: Various Times Location: Various Locations Child Care: Children Small Groups are available

There are many opportunities to be involved in Children’s Ministries at New Life Church. Many levels of commitment are possible from helping with one-time events, monthly groups, weekly groups, planning, clean-up and set-up. Check these out: Girls Ministry, Royal Rangers, Sunday 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM Small Groups, CHAMPs Church, Nursery Ministries, Preschool Ministries, CHAMPs Ministry, Upward Basketball, and special events.

Requirements: Complete the Growth Track, background check and Small Group Training. Leader: Pastor Sharon DanielContact: [email protected] or 765.459.5067

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EMSMeets: TBDLocation: New Life ChurchChild Care: TBD

To get a list together from the first responders in the church willing to respond, if necessary, during the church services. Help maintain the emergency supplies in the church and meet together for limited training at the church and fellowship with other first responders within the church.

Requirements: None Leader: Gabrielle StillwellContact: [email protected] or 765.461.2301

Encounter Café Meets: As scheduled Location: The Encounter Café Child Care: No

The Encounter Café is an opportunity to serve our church family and to interact with guests. Our staff of volunteers are trained in the art of mixing hot and cold beverages that are made to order. We are an extension of the Hospitality Services Team. This small group is open to adults and teens. Visit with our staff to obtain additional information.

Requirements: Complete the Growth Track. Training will be given.Leader: Sheryl Dillman Contact: [email protected] or 765.434.1150

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Food Pantry Team Meets: 4th Tuesday of each month @ 9:00 AM Location: YC 102 Child Care: No

Assist experienced volunteers as they sort foods, prepare food bags and solicit food donations in preparation for food pantry day/or pray with recipients, collect guest information, set up and clean up on food pantry day.

Requirements: None Leader: Lana Jordan Contact: 765.454.9047

Funeral Dream TeamMeets: TBDLocation: AC KitchenChild Care: No

Anyone interested in serving families during their time of loss and preparing meals at the church and during family viewings.

Requirements: None Leader: Jennifer Whited Contact: [email protected] or 765. 210.0669

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James GangMeets: TBDLocation: local restaurant - TBDChild Care: No

Inspired by James 1:27 to look after widows and fatherless homes while keeping ourselves “unspotted”. Our group is available to support widows or single mothers but we do not meet regularly. Signing up for this group indicates a willingness to serve as requests are made. Conclusion of work/service includes an offer to pray with them and invite them to church (for those without a church home).

Requirements: Some tools required depending on job. Leader: Anthony Harris Contact: 317.650.3808

Neighborhood of Hope Meets: Sundays @ 4:30 PM Location: AC Lobby Child Care: No

This is a ministry of New Life Church along with Kokomo Urban Outreach. We serve a free meal and spend time getting to know our neighbors.

Requirements: None Leaders: Mark & Minnie Killian Contact: [email protected] or 765.437.5506 / 765.457.9627

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Set Up SaintsMeets: Varies Location: New Life Church Child Care: No

Would you like to be a blessing to others and have some good fellowship? Come and help set up and tear down for New Life Church ministries and events. Opportunities are available almost every day. You can choose the type of commitment you want to make – one day a week or more. No tools required.

Requirements: Complete the Growth trackLeader: Mark KillianContact: 765.437.5506

Storm Front Leaders - Adult Ministry OpportunitiesMeets: Wednesday @ 7 PM Location: Youth Center Child Care: Yes

A Student Ministry Leader is responsible for serving our Junior and Senior High School students. Our goal is to help the parents in making disciples of their students, helping the students to know God’s Word and how living by it can make their lives better. We want our parents to have confidence that we are supporting them in guiding their students through these years.

Requirements: Complete the Growth Track, background check and Small Group Training. Be someone who will love on students and show them Jesus. Leader: Pastor Randy BlankenshipContact: [email protected] or 765.459.5067

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Worship Arts Meets: Sundays at scheduled time Location: New Life Worship Center Child Care: No

Our goal is to worship in such a way that others are led to follow. We want to create an atmosphere where people connect with God. Excellent, high quality music removes distractions from people being able to make that connection. Our team also connects relationally as a small group.

Requirements: Complete the Growth Track, turn in worship application and audition with Randy Blankenship.Leader: Pastor Randy BlankenshipContact: [email protected] or 765.459.5067

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Hospitality Services

Eye Care MinistryEye See You and Know You By Name - Eye Know You By Name But Eye Did Not See YouMeets: Sunday @ 9:15 AMLocation: AC Lobby Child Care: No

Our purpose is to be a ministry oriented group that works to see that “none are lost.” The “EYE” Care Ministry Group will get to know everyone in the church by name and face through the taking of attendance and helping with name tags each Sunday. When a person is not seen for a period of time, someone from the ministry group will contact them through phone call, email or card.

Requirements: Complete the Growth Track and a desire to minister Leader: Jim Daniel Contact: [email protected] or 765.517.1672

F.I.S.H. - Friendliness is Shown Here(Information Center/Greeters) Meets: Sunday @ 9:15 & 10:45 AM Location: AC Lobby Child Care: No

In Matthew 4:19 Jesus said He would make fishers of men. If it comes naturally to you to make people feel welcomed and comfortable in new surroundings then this is the area of ministry you will thrive in. F.I.S.H. is a group of volunteers that work together to make those visiting New Life feel right at home. Volunteers serve as Information Center hosts one service per month and Door Greetersserve one month per year.

Requirements: Complete the Growth Track and be hospitable! Leaders: Tim & Sandy Singleton Contact: [email protected] or 765.628.7968

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Ushers Meets: 15 minutes before each Sunday service for a time of fellowship and instructions. Location: AC Lobby Child Care: Yes

Assist in greeting, making people feel welcome, and helping folks find seats when Sundays are full.

Requirements: Complete the Growth Track, a desire to make people feel welcome and be a blessing. Leaders: Hospitality Team Leaders/Pastor Sharon DanielContact: [email protected]

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Student Life Study Groups

Storm Front Student MinistryMeets: Wednesday @ 7:00 PM Location: Youth Center Child Care: Yes

This is where it all starts for Junior High and High School students at New Life! An evening of discussion based on Scripture and issues relevant to the lives of today’s students. Requirements: Junior and Senior High School student Leaders: Nathanael & Saudia Thomas, Emily Herrington, Ben Mooney Email: [email protected] or 765.430.7621

Student Life Service Groups

Storm Front Leaders - Adult Ministry OpportunitiesMeets: Wednesday @ 7 PM Location: Youth Center Child Care: Yes

A Student Ministry Leader is responsible for serving our Junior and Senior High School students. Our goal is to help the parents in making disciples of their students, helping the students to know God’s Word and how living by it can make their lives better. We want our parents to have confidence that we are supporting them in guiding their students through these years.

Requirements: Complete the Growth Track, background Check and Small Group Training. Be someone who will love on students and show them Jesus. Leader: Pastor Randy BlankenshipContact: [email protected] or 765.459.5067

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Sunday 9:30 & 11:00 AM Kid’s Ministry

Children will meet together for worship and teaching in a large small group breakouts during this time. Small groups will be lead by the Children’s Ministry Dream Team Leaders.

Nursery 1 - Ages 0 - 18 mo. Meets: Sunday 9:30 & 11:00 AM Location: AC 1

Nursery 2 - Ages 18 mo. - 3 yr. Meets: Sunday 9:30 & 11:00 AM Location: AC 2 Nursery Leader: Pastor Sharon Daniel and Nursery Dream TeamContact: [email protected]

Preschool 1 - Ages 3 - 4 Meets: Sunday 9:30 & 11:00 AM Location: AC 3

Preschool 2 - Ages 5 - K Meets: Sunday 9:30 & 11:00 AM Location: AC 4 Preschool Leader: Preschool Dream Team

Kid’s Ministry 1st-6th gradeMeets: Sunday 9:30 & 11:00 AM Location: Gym Leader: Pastor Sharon DanielContact: [email protected]

Children’s Life Service Groups

CHAMPs Small GroupMeets: As scheduled Location: Youth Center

You must make a commitment to attend practices and ministry events as scheduled.

Leaders: Ashley Harris and CHAMPs Dream TeamContact: [email protected] or 317.650.3144

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Wednesday 7:00 PM Small Groups - Girls

This ministry offers small groups for girls ages Preschool through Fifth Grade and purposes to: Win girls to Christ through love and acceptance; teach girls to obey everything Christ commands; develop girls spiritually and mentally; provide empowerment support, and accountability through lasting Christian relationships; provide an environment for girls to develop their gifts and abilities; acquaint girls with the Great Commission of Jesus Christ.

Wednesday 7:00 PM Small Groups - Boys

Royal Rangers

This ministry offers small groups for boys ages Kindergarten through Eighth Grade and purposes to: develop boys mentally by a merit based advancement program; physically by participating in age appropriate physical activities and recreation; socially through church and community service activities; spiritually through Bible study and devotions.

Rainbows - Ages 3 - Pre-K Meets: Wednesday 7:00 PM Location: AC 3 Leader: Connie Tilley & Lana Jordan

Daisies - Kindergarten Girls Meets: Wednesday 7:00 PM Location: AC 2 (Left Side) Leader: Gabrielle Stillwell & Teresa Gullion

Prims - First & Second Grade Girls Meets: Wednesday 7:00 PM Location: AC 2 (Right Side) Leader: Gabrielle Stillwell & Teresa Gullion

Stars - Third, Fourth & Fifth Grade Girls Meets: Wednesday 7:00 PM Location: P 3 Leaders: Monica Middleton

Rainbows - Ages 3 - Pre-K Location: AC 3 Leader: Connie Tilley & Lana Jordan

Ranger Kids and Discovery RangersGrades: K-3Location: AC 4 Leaders: Doug & Kim Herrington

Discovery Rangers and Adventure RangersGrades: 4-6Location: P1 Leaders: Bob Bonesteel, Nathan Napier & Jeremy Gullion

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C o n n e c t Wi t h U s

Lead Pastor: Randy [email protected]

@CRBlankenship

@PastorRandyB

Executive Pastor: Sharon Daniel

[email protected]

@SharonDaniel_

Pastoral Care & Counseling: Steve Eckart

[email protected]

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Service Times

Sunday

9:30 AM, 11 AM & 6 PM

Wednesday

7 PM

Office Hours

Monday-Thursday

9:30 AM - 4 PM

Phone: 765.459.5067

1803 East Vaile Ave.

Kokomo, IN 46901

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