11 Jun New Life Church: A Great Place of Faith

The UB church in Chanute, Kansas, recently changed their name from Highland Avenue to New Life. This church, under the leadership of Michael Longfellow (below), is about to take a major step. They bought an elementary school for $25,000, though it’s valued at several million dollars. They’re trying to sell their present church, but already have the money needed to buy the school, which is less than two miles away.

The school is in the process of moving out, but will leave behind a sound system and a lot of other equipment. It’s a good deal for them. They’ll need to do some refurbishing, but hope to begin holding services there by September.

The New Life Church has grown to two services reaching over 135 people. Their current sanctuary is small and parking is very limited. Their new facility will help them more effectively reach their community. Their goal is to see over 40 people come to Christ this year.

During a recent trip I made to Chanute, Michael and some of the lay people ministered to a young lady who was struggling with drugs and walked into the building seeking help. They led her to the Lord in the kitchen while I was preaching in the sanctuary. It is a great place of faith.