We are so glad that you are with us today. New Life Church is a growing and loving family that desires to touch the lives of every person, regardless of age, culture or background, with the powerful love of God. There are so many opportunities here to make friends and be a vital part of a home church. Our desire is that every person attending NLC truly connects with the heart of the church. We encourage you to enjoy this website and use it as a vital resource and an important guide to staying tuned in. Please be sure to call, e-mail, and visit New Life Church today and someone can personally answer any questions you may have.
“Our mission is to awaken the spiritually disengaged to a vibrant life journey with Jesus Christ and others.”
As followers of Jesus Christ, New Life Church is committed to continue the work of Christ in the world. Jesus desires a vibrant spiritual relationship with everyone. A spiritual awakening occurs with an introduction to Jesus that launches an individual on a life enriching spiritual journey. To begin a relationship with Jesus is not the end result. New Life Church assists those who are spiritually engaged to move toward a deeper relationship with Jesus and to become prepared for eternity. As one moves toward Jesus, obedience to His commands and a transformation in the direction of His character will occur. Service to the body of Christ and acts of compassion to the community will result as one discovers their God given giftedness and the joy of serving others.
"We engage in worship and teaching that is relevant and results in life change."
"We value excellence that honors God and inspires people."
"We invest in kids and students because they matter to God."
"We develop genuine and authentic relationships that connect people to Jesus and encourage spiritual growth."
Our beliefs are centered in Christ and His message, found and supported in Scripture. Biblical theology is the backbone of our beliefs and practices. Scripture is our final authority. When the Scripture is silent, each believer should earnestly seek to be led by God, to whom he or she is ultimately responsible. (2 Timothy 3:15-17; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Peter 1:21).
The basis of our belief is in the 66 books of the Bible, both Old and New Testaments. We believe that all Scripture originated from God and that it was revealed to individuals chosen specifically for that purpose. Scripture speaks with the authority of God, while reflecting the backgrounds, styles, and vocabularies of the human authors. We hold that the Scriptures are a unique, full, and final authority on all matters of faith and practice, and there are no other writings similarly inspired by God. (2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20-21; 2 Timothy 1:13; Psalm 119:89, 105, 160; Proverbs 30:5).
God exists in three persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—each possessing all the attributes and personality of deity. In the beginning God, the Creator and Ruler of the universe, created the world and everything in it. He continues to sustain His creation while fulfilling His redemptive purpose. (Genesis 1:1, 26-27, 3: 22; Psalm 90:2; Matthew 28:19; 1 Peter 1:2; 2 Corinthians 13:14).
Jesus Christ is God’s Son, the second Person in the Trinity. After His miraculous conception and birth, He lived a life of perfect obedience to the Father. Jesus voluntarily paid the price for the sins of all humans by dying on the Cross as our substitute. After His physical death, Jesus Christ rose from the dead and ascended into Heaven to sit at the right hand of the Father as the only intercessor between God and mankind. Jesus promised to return to earth, personally and visibly, to fulfil history and the eternal plan of God. (Matthew 1:22-23; Isaiah 9:6; John 1:1-5, 14:10-13; Hebrews 4:14-15; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; Romans 1:3-4; Acts 1:9-11; 1 Timothy 6:14-15; Titus 2:13; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-16).
The Holy Spirit is equal with the Father and the Son. He is present in the world to make humans aware of their need for Jesus. He enters our lives at the moment of salvation. He provides power for living a Christ-like lifestyle and understanding of spiritual truths. He grants spiritual gifts to all believers for growth and service. (1 Corinthians 3:16; John 16:7-13, 14:16-17; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 2:12, 3:16; Ephesians 1:13; Galatians 5:25; Ephesians 5:18).
People are made in the spiritual image of God and are the supreme object of His creation. Although every person has tremendous potential for good, all of us are flawed by an attitude of disobedience toward God called “sin.” Sin separates people from God. (Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3-6; Isaiah 53:6, 59:1-2; Romans 3:23).
Salvation is God’s free gift to all humans who receive Jesus as Savior. Disobedience to God cannot be corrected by self-improvement or good works. Only by accepting God’s free offer of forgiveness in Jesus Christ, God’s Son, can man receive Salvation. Salvation is received as a person repents before God for their sins and believes in the fact that Jesus’ death on the cross and resurrection (supernatural restoration to life) brings forgiveness for his sin. Eternal life begins at the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his life by faith. (Romans 5:1, Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:8-9; John 14:6, 1:12; Titus 3:5, Galatians 3:26).
When we die, believers will be received into eternal communion with God. Having rejected God, unbelievers will suffer separation from God’s presence. (Matthew 25:46; Mark 9:43-48; 2 Peter 3:13; Revelation 19:20; Revelation 20:11-15; Revelation 21 and 22).
Through union with Jesus Christ, all believers become members of His body, the one true Church. The Scripture commands believers to gather for worship, prayer, fellowship and the teaching of the Word; to observe Baptism and Communion as established by Jesus Christ; to offer service to the body through the development and use of talents and gifts; and to engage in outreach to the world. The local expression of the church is found wherever God’s people meet regularly in obedience to His command. New Life Church is led by pastors, board members, and other supportive leaders who work together to glorify Christ. (Matthew 16:18; 1 Corinthians 12:12-14; Hebrews 10:25).
Jon and his wife Patrice, along with their two children, Olivia and David, joined the pastoral staff at New Life Church in June 2007. Jon served as Executive Pastor until August 2012 when he was elected Lead Pastor. Jon is passionate about studying and teaching God’s Word. He believes that all teaching needs to be practical and relevant to current life issues. Jon graduated from Central Bible College and received his doctorate from Robert E. Webber Institute for Worship Studies. He enjoys date nights with Patrice, time with family, hiking, golfing, biking, and music. Patrice is a music teacher in the Yorkville School District.
Pastor Brendon (aka Pastor B) started in kids ministry as a volunteer in 1993 at his church in St. Joseph, MO, and has been honored to be involved in the foundational years of kids' lives as a children’s pastor since 1997. As Family Life Pastor, Brendon oversees ages birth - 12th grade. His desire is to see kids, students and families grow closer to God and each other as they see God at work in their daily lives. Brendon, his wife Lora, and their two girls, Mackenzie and Morgan, joined the NLC staff in December 2008. They currently reside in Oswego.
Ryan joined the pastoral staff at New Life Church in December 2017. He was born and raised in Yorkville, and he is a physical education teacher at Yorkville High School. Ryan is passionate about guiding teens on their spiritual journey with Jesus, and he is excited for the opportunity to mentor the students in grades 7 - 12 of New Life Church. He currently lives in Plano with his wife, Jamie, and their two sons, Sidney and Oliver.
Jesus is the center of our faith community . Accepting Jesus for who He is and believing that to be true is the first step as your walk as a Christian. Here’s the path:
From I-88: Take Route 47 south to Cannonball Trail; turn right at the stoplight. Go west for 1/4 mile; the church is on the right hand side of the road.
From West of Yorkville: Take Route 34 east to Cannonball Trail; turn left at stoplight. Go east for 1/2 mile; the church is on the left hand side.
From South of Yorkville: Take Route 47 north through town to Cannonball Trail; turn left at stoplight. Go west for 1/4 mile; the church is on the right hand side.
From East of Yorkville: Take Route 34 west to Route 47 and turn right. Go to Cannonball Trail. Turn left at the stoplight. Go west 1/4 mile; the church is on the right hand side.
Time | Worship Opportunities | Location |
9:00am | Morning Worship Nursery (6 weeks - 24 months) The Sandbox (2 years) Preschool (3 - 4 years) Kindergarten Connection (5 years - K) Life Kids (1st - 6th grades) |
Auditorium Nursery The Sandbox Room 2 Room 1 Kids Auditorium |
10:30am | Morning Worship Nursery (6 weeks - 24 months) The Sandbox (2 years) Preschool (3 - 4 years) Kindergarten Connection (5 years - K) Life Kids (1st – 6th grades) Special Needs |
Auditorium Nursery The Sandbox Room 2 Room 1 Kids Auditorium Room 3 |
Time | Group | Location |
7:00pm | Tree House Buds (3 - K) Tree House Clubs (1st – 3rd grades) 456 (4th – 6th grades) Student Life (7th – 12th grades) |
The Sandbox Room 2 Kids Auditorium Auditorium |
New Life Church
3205 Cannonball Trail
Yorkville, IL 60560
info@nlcyorkville.org
Phone: 630-553-0200
Fax: 630-553-7338