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Welcome to the New Life Evangelistic Center, where stories of transformation and hope come to life. Here, we share inspiring journeys individuals who have overcome homelessness found a renewed sense of purpose. Each story reflects resilience, strength, and the power of community support. Join us celebrating these remarkable transformations and the hope that lies ahead.
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ZOA Free Paper 2.0 Vol. 2 No. 3
New Life Evangelistic Center is a community of believers who are working through the love of Christ to share hope and help with those in need. The New Life Zoa Free Paper 2.0 is our resource to share the message of Hope to those in need.
May 1, 20250 min read


Christ rising was the most memorable Sunday in history
If you value peace and prosperity of soul, you will not neglect to pray. It is prayer that keeps us up above the clouds and brings heaven down. It is not those who have plenty of time to pray that do the most praying, but they who take the time.
O God! Take our hearts and compress within them that pure love from thine own heart that will cause us to pray.
Apr 25, 20252 min read


Staying Calm in a Chaotic World
Staying calm in a chaotic world can at times prove to be a real challenge. Perhaps you are like me. When I have troubles coming at me from every direction, I have a tendency to get frustrated, upset, and anxious.
Apr 23, 20250 min read


Jackie
I appreciate everything the New Life VCHC gives to the unhoused. The food, showers, free store, lockers, and free phone services. But I am most grateful for being able to use a clean bathroom. I know it sounds so simple. But the homeless get turned away from public restrooms or forced to purchase an item before stores and restaurants will allow us to use their facilities. I am appreciative of a clean toilet with hot water and soap. Thank you!
Apr 23, 20251 min read


Kevin
I am usually the one helping others, so it is kind of strange for me to be asking for help. I rented out rooms in my house and the tenants failed to pay me. Now I am on the verge of losing my home. But I need help in heating up my house. I don’t have money to repair my furnace, so I need propane assistance. I am very appreciative of the financial assistance I got today from. The New Life VCHC! God bless you all!
Apr 21, 20251 min read


Jesus Saved My Life
My mom shot and killed herself in 1972 when I was 12 years old. Since then, six more people in my family have committed suicide. I tried to kill myself, but Jesus saved my life!
When I was 14 years old, I was raped by a child molester. I ran away from the reform school. The court sent me there for stealing a car to run away from a home that the court sent me to.
Apr 17, 20252 min read


Wanda
My family abandoned me and left me homeless. I never imagined this would happen to me. Never! I am so lost. I thank God for the New Life VCHC! A place of warmth and hope. I am a believer in God. Please keep me in your prayers!
Apr 16, 20251 min read


Kimberly
I am confined to a wheelchair due to my deteriorating health. I got evicted and now homeless. The New Life VCHC helps me every day with clean bathrooms, good clothes at their free store and fresh, hot meals. God has me and gives me the strength to keep going.
Apr 14, 20251 min read


Abandoned by the Justice System
On February 9, 1979, I was walking to my girlfriend’s house, cutting through a gated community.
Apr 9, 20253 min read


William
After the loss of my family, including my twin brother, I became homeless. I was sleeping under a bridge when Rev. Ray found me. I was dirty, hungry, alone, and afraid. It was through the NLEC training program in New Bloomfield that I finally found security. I discovered security through the program and Jesus Christ. I now work in Springfield, Missouri helping with the mail and other front desk duties.
Apr 9, 20251 min read


Scott and Paul
Volunteering is a natural part of loving our Jesus in word and deed. And the New Life VCHC is the perfect place to love those who are forgotten. We say to each of them–your life has value. It has meaning thru Jesus!
Apr 7, 20251 min read


Jeff
Having recently become homeless due to domestic problems, I knew this life was not for me. But I had another problem besides homelessness– I like alcohol too much! Some days when I was so stoned, I could barely walk or talk. But the staff at the New Life VCHC never gave up on me!
Apr 2, 20251 min read


Samantha
Although I did not go into combat, I am an army veteran. I love helping people. I think this is the calling on my life. I was trying to take care of my mom. She was homeless. She lived in a tent at Tent City here in Springfield. When I came to visit, I was shocked to find her dead in her tent!
Mar 31, 20251 min read


The Development of the Fruits of the Spirit
This morning while I was on a prayer walk, I came across a man who was taking his cat for a walk.
Mar 28, 20250 min read


Spring Phonethon - March 24 through April 4, 2025
The NLEC is currently confronting a series of urgent challenges that require immediate attention:
Mar 26, 20251 min read


Darrel Mease
The first words you spoke to me, “you are saying some radical things", as you grinned really big.
Mar 21, 202511 min read


The Victorious Power of the Blood
Whether it is bloodshed in the streets or families being ripped apart along with democracy, we need victory over the powers of darkness.
Mar 5, 20250 min read




The Very Essence of Christianity
Death is a reality that every person must face. It plagues all of mankind, no matter how rich or poor, smart or dumb you are.
Feb 26, 20250 min read


Jesus Will NEVER Fail You!
There's a message Jesus wants to tell you! He's faithful! And will NEVER fail you! He's here to help you! And will be there to the end..
Feb 20, 20251 min read
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