EVENTS
YOUTH Christmas Party
Get Ready for a Fun Youth Christmas Party!
Our Youth Christmas Party is just around the corner. This is the perfect chance to hang out with friends and have a ton of fun!
*Fun and Games Galore!
We’ve got tons of festive games and activities lined up that are sure to bring the fun! Whether you’re super competitive or just want to enjoy some holiday vibes, there’s something for everyone. And yes, there will be awesome prizes to win!
Dress Up in Your Favorite Christmas Outfit
Let your creativity shine and come dressed in whatever Christmas theme you love! Whether you rock a classic Santa look, go for a comfy elf outfit, or come up with something totally unique, we can’t wait to see your holiday style!
Bring Your Friends!
The more, the merrier! Invite your friends to join the celebration. The more people, the more fun we’ll have together!
How to Sign Up
To help us get everything ready for an amazing time, please register by December 15th.
We can’t wait to celebrate the season with all of you at the Youth Christmas Party!
NLF Ladies' Retreat 2025
Ladies Retreat 2025
Mark your calendars, ladies! New Life Fellowship is excited to announce our annual Ladies Retreat, taking place from January 24-26, 2025. This year's retreat, themed "Uniquely Chosen," invites us to embrace our individual journeys and recognize the divine purpose each of us holds. As we gather, we will explore the significance of being chosen and how it shapes our identity in Christ. Through inspiring talks, uplifting worship, and heartfelt conversations, we will deepen our faith and strengthen our connections with one another.
Whether you're a long-time member of our church or new to the New Life community, we warmly invite you to join us for this special weekend.
We can't wait to see you there!
Cost: $190 for full weekend or $140 for daytime (sleep at home). Food and activities included- payment is required upon registration.
Deadline to register: January 12th, 2025
There will be no dinner on Friday night, but snacks will be available. You're welcome to bring snacks for the weekend.
SAVE-THE-DATE: YOUTH RETREAT
Save the Date: Youth Retreat 2025
Mark your calendars! Get ready for an amazing adventure at our upcoming Youth Retreat from February 7 to February 9, 2025! This is your chance to connect with new friends, dive deeper into your faith, and have a blast with people who love Jesus!
Join us for a weekend filled with inspiring talks, fun activities, and moments of reflection and affirmation. More details about registration and the full schedule will be shared soon.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Christmas Party 2024
Join us for our annual Christmas Party at New Life Fellowship! Celebrate the joy of the season with a festive evening filled with light refreshments, music, and a surprise guest!
The evening is geared towards Sunday school-aged kids, however all are welcome to enjoy a time of fellowship. No need to bring anything!
**Important** Please register by Dec 13th and indicate if you are bringing any kids aged 0-11.We don’t want them to miss out on a special surprise!
If you have any questions, please contact Nikki and Jeremy Ballard at jeremy@newlifekw.ca.
Soup & Sourdough
Join us after church for a delightful bowl of warm soup and freshly baked sourdough made by the wonderful bakers of NLF. And then we’ll top the morning off with some delicious dessert. This is a wonderful opportunity for fellowship while enjoying awesome food. John Matthew and Kim Goodwin will be giving a presentation on their Worship Ministry called Worship With Us. Hope to see you there after church!
What to expect:
If you’re bringing bread, soup or dessert, you will drop it off in the cafeteria before service. We’ll keep the soup warm. Please bring a labelled ladle.
If you could label your bread, soup or dessert and also write the ingredients for our dietary-restricted folks - that would be most helpful.
We’ll take care of soup bowls, plates, utensils, etc.
If you have any questions please contact Geraldine Hamm at events@newlifekw.ca.
Note: Date was changed from November 17th to December 8th.
Youth Worship Night
YOUTH EVENT: Youth Worship nights are a great way to see God work through our hearts and minds as we come together in search for what He has for us. Come join us and other young people as we sing, move, and pray together! It's a wonderful opportunity to connect with one another, share our faith, lift each other up and watch God move. Let’s go!
Grades 7 - 12 are welcome!
POV Photoshoot & Welcome To The Family
A POV photoshoot & welcoming new people to New Life with snacks after church. Food and fun!
What is a POV Photoshoot?
POV (Point of View) cameras allow NLFers to document their perspective and share unique moments from their own vantage point with their own phone. Kind of like a disposable camera from back in the day. What is needed? No app required, you just scan the QR code with your phone and start taking photos. But with any good disposable camera, you have a limited amount of shots so take care to take the photos that mean the most to you.
Welcome to the Family, what’s your name again? This event is inspired by all the new faces we’ve seen at New Life but yet don’t feel like we’ve gotten to know. We invite you to stay after church for some refreshments. Enjoy snacks and hot beverages as we connect and share in fellowship. Name tags may appear.
Have more questions? Contact Meagen at meagen@newlifekw.ca or Sue at events@newlifekw.ca.
Fall Tailgate Party 2024
Fall is in the air, and that can only mean one thing - it's tailgate party season! There's nothing quite like the excitement of gathering with friends and family, and eating delicious food!
Tailgate Parties, what are they? It’s when you park and open the rear hatch, tailgate, or whatever your vehicle’s got. You pull out your lawn chairs, food and enjoy hanging out with friends. We’re going to “Carve Your Own Pumpkins” again this year - so get creative!
What you need to know:
Bring a dessert or salad to share, lawn chairs, blankets - whatever you need to make this as comfortable as possible. NLF will supply the meat and the BBQ.
Bring your pumpkin and any carving utensils.
Thank-you Siderman Inc for allowing NLF to use your parking lot.
If you have any further questions please contact Meagen at events@newlifekw.ca.
Youth Service Bonfire
Join us for a Youth Service Night dedicated to helping those in need in our community and the world around us. Afterwards, we’ll gather at Greg and Shelagh’s home to unwind and connect around a warm bonfire. This is a wonderful opportunity to bond with friends while giving back.
For more information email teens@newlifekw.ca.
NLF Newcomers Cafe
If you have recently visited or joined New Life Fellowship within the last six months, you are invited to the Heritage cafeteria (downstairs) for some Starbucks and treats at the NLF Newcomers Cafe. The event will take place after the service on October 6th.
The Newcomers Cafe is designed to provide an opportunity for you to meet some of our leadership team, ask questions and connect with more members of the NLF family. We look forward to seeing you there!
Contact Pastor Robin, robin@newlifekw.ca, if you have any questions.
NLF Men's Retreat
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable experience at our upcoming Men's Retreat. Join us for a weekend of fellowship, growth, and unwinding as we come together to strengthen our faith and build lasting relationships. We hope to see you there!
Cost: $190 for overnight accommodation and meals.
OR $140 if you’d like to sleep at home and come for the day (meals will be included).
Registration opens August 9th and will close September 6th.
If you have any questions please contact Willem Flink at events@newlifek.ca.
High School Bible Study
Join us for a High School Bible Study starting September 17th from 7-9 PM at Greg & Meagen’s house, held every other week. This study will focus on growing our knowledge and relationship with Jesus through scripture, prayer, and relationships with one another. We'll be studying Christian apologetics to understand our faith in Jesus as well as how we understand what others believe. And we’ll also be exploring Romans and encouraging open discussions that foster real-life application of God's word. Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding of the Bible or simply connect with peers, we invite you to be part of this journey together.
For location and more information please contact teens@newlifekw.ca.
Youth Kick-off Night
Youth Group kicks off on September 13th at a new location! Join us for an exciting evening filled with fun activities, delicious food, spiritual growth and the chance to connect with friends. The teen years can be tough but with friends to walk alongside you it makes it bearable and dare, I say, fun! We’d love for you to join the excitement—invite your friends and come ready for a great time!
Grades 7-12 are welcome.
If you have any questions please email teens@newlifekw.ca.
Camp Wannabond 2024
Are you ready for an unforgettable summer adventure? Well, mark your calendars because Camp Wannabond is on the horizon! Get ready to experience the ultimate outdoor church family experience with your fellow NLFers. It’s a time of fellowship, fun games, worship, coffee and sleeping in nature…but what it’s best for is to bring us all together. We hope to see you there!
Camping cost for the whole weekend: $40/person or $130 for families of 4 or more.
Day use: $15/person/day
Friday night: free. Suggested donation to the meal.
Sunday service: free (There will be no service at Heritage but everyone is invited to Countryside Camp for Sunday morning service at 10am)
Registration closes August 15th. The itinerary will be sent out a week before August 30th. Do you have more questions? Ask Susan Sommer at events@newlifekw.ca.
Camp Rules:
• No dogs on premises
• No alcohol on premises
• No smoking on premises (designated smoking area is at the front gates)
• Stay away from the apiary (Beekeeper’s boxes in the forest area)
• Campfires are only permitted in the two designated fire pits provided
• Quiet Time is 11pm
Church Picnic @ Kiwanis
NLF is having a church picnic at Kiwanis Park where we can eat, swim, and play. There will be a shelter to picnic under, the pool to cool off in and there’s a playground for the kids.
Bring your own food and we’ll supply the drinks and dessert. We’ve reserved the Beachside Shelter which is to the left of the pools.
Cost: Child Admission (0-17): $4.42 per guest
Adult Admission (18-54): $6.62 per guest
Senior Admission (55+): $4.42 per guest
Family Admission: $15.06
There is an option to pay at the gate when you arrive or pay one week ahead (click here & search "Kiwanis". Click desired swim time) to make sure you reserve your spot.
Don’t forget to bring: Swimsuits, towels, sunscreen, lawn chairs (for by the pool), coolers, etc
If you have any questions please contact Sue Sommer at events@newlifekw.ca.
Youth Year-End Pool Party
Join us for a splash-tastic time at our Year-end Youth Group Pool Party! Get ready to make a big splash, hang out with your friends and make some new ones, and enjoy some good eats. So grab your swimsuit and towel, and come on down!
Students are requested to bring a dessert or snack to share, while NLF will provide hamburgers, hot dogs, and salads.
Grade 6 students entering grade 7 in September 2024-2025 are invited to join us!
Children's Ministry Volunteer BBQ Event
We are looking forward to celebrating a great year of volunteering with you! All Children’s Ministry volunteers and their families are invited to join us June 2nd for a BBQ at Siderman. The only thing you need to bring are lawn chairs or a blanket to sit on.
Registration is required and this event is ONLY for volunteers and their families. If you didn’t get an email please contact Danielle Balfoort or Greg Ballard so they can forward the registration link.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Anita Watt, Danielle Balfoort or Greg Ballard.
NLF Newcomers Cafe
If you have recently visited or joined New Life Fellowship within the last six months, you are invited to the Heritage cafeteria (downstairs) for some delicious baked goods at the NLF Newcomers Cafe. The event will take place after the service on June 2nd.
The Newcomers Cafe is designed to provide an opportunity for you to meet some of our leadership team, ask questions and connect with more members of the NLF family. We look forward to seeing you there!
Contact Pastor Robin, robin@newlifekw.ca, if you have any questions.
Ladies' Retreat
Ladies, get ready to take a break from your daily routine and join us for a special retreat coming soon! This year’s theme is: Rest with Jesus, our Prince of Peace.
You’re invited to come join us for a weekend of relaxation, rejuvenation, and spiritual growth. Geraldine, Sarah and Shelagh will be blessing us with what Father has laid upon their hearts. There will be worship, food, creativity, Karaoke and lots of time together. This is a great time to get to know the extremely awesome women of NLF - they are such a fun and diverse group.
Registration opens April 7th and will close May 5th.
Cost: $190 for overnight accommodation and meals.
OR $140 if you’d like to sleep at home and come for the day (meals will be included).
Any questions can be directed to Geraldine Hamm.
Pastor Robin's Ordination Service
Pastor Robin will receive his full ordination licence within Anchor Ministerial Fellowship, New Life Fellowship’s credentialing body, on May 5th. Come join us from 6-8pm in the Chapel at Heritage to celebrate with Robin on the occasion of his ordination with a time of worship, affirmation and prayer.
Hope to see you there.
Tailgate & Hike
Are you looking for a fun and healthy way to spend some time after church? Why not bring a lunch, have a little tailgate and go for a hike afterwards?
Hiking is a great way to get some exercise, enjoy nature, and recharge your batteries with great people. You can enjoy some delicious food, cold drinks, and great company while basking in the afterglow of another great sermon…well, at least there’s great company.
We’ll meet up at Puslinch Tract Conservation Area.
No registration is necessary.
If you have any questions please contact Meagen Ballard or events@newlifekw.ca.
Youth Event: Enchanted Storybook Semi-Formal
Attention all youth! You are cordially invited to attend the Enchanted Storybook Semi-Formal, taking place on April 19th, 2024 from 7-10pm at the Elora Historical Library located at 7722 Sixth Line, Elora.
This is a free event and you are welcome to bring any of your friends along. However, please ensure that you fill out the RSVP form for each of your friends. Kindly respond by April 17th to confirm your attendance.
We hope to see you there!
Sunday Potluck
Join us for our upcoming Sunday Potluck event! Please bring a homemade or purchased dish to share (for example: salad, entrée, rice/potatoes, dessert). This is a great opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and try some delicious homemade/purchased dishes from others. This church likes to eat so don’t count on leftovers!
No registration is necessary. Please bring serving utensils that are labelled with your name on it. It would also be helpful to label your dish if it is vegetarian, gluten-free or dairy-free (Veg - GF - DF).
There will only be plates for this event so please don’t bring soups or something that needs a bowl.
If you have any questions please contact Anita Watt or Donna Buchan or email events@newlifekw.ca.
Prayer Night
Join us in prayer!
We believe in the power of prayer and the importance of coming together as a community to lift our voices to the one who truly hears us. Join us for a night of meaningful prayer, reflection, and connection.
Mike Krause will be teaching from Acts 3 on the laying of hands and healing prayer. And then we’ll get to practise what he preached.
All are welcome, no matter where you’re at. We look forward to seeing you there!
Young Adults - Games Night
Join us for a night of fun and games with fellow young adults on March 22nd at Abby and Austin Wick's house! Bring your favourite board game and a snack to share as we spend the evening playing games, enjoying good company, and making new friends.
Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just looking for a fun night out, this event is perfect for you. See you there!
Any questions can be directed to Isaac Dunn at isaac@newlifekw.ca. Young Adults are 18-30 year-olds.
Games Night
Looking for a fun night in with friends? Join us for a games night at your place or a friend’s! With a variety of games to choose from, there's something for everyone. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with friends and beat them at their own game!
Register with Sue and get ready for a night of laughs and friendly competition. We’re hoping for 5 hosts for this event. Please let Sue Sommer know if you’d be interested in hosting at Susandhsommer@gmail.com.
Young Adults
We are pleased to announce that there will be a Young Adults hangout on February 27th, hosted at the Gilberts' house from 7-9pm. If you are under 30 years of age and enjoy pizza, you are welcome to join us!
If you are interested, please speak to Isaac Dunn (isaac@newlifekw.ca) so that we know you’re coming and can give you the address to the locale.
Youth Retreat 2024
NLF youth will meet up at Camp Shalom for a purposeful time with Jesus and some fun shenanigans. We hope to see all the youth there whether you’ve been able to come out to youth nights or not. We know Jesus has a purpose and a plan for every person - we’d love to see you out.
Cost: $80.00 per student. Please e-transfer the amount to donations@newlifekw.ca but indicate that it’s for the Youth Retreat as no tax receipt is given.
More details will be emailed to the registrants. (ie. packing list, what to expect, etc)
If you have any questions please email teens@newlifekw.ca.
Registration closes on February 9th, 2024.
Men's Breakfast
Join us for a Men's Breakfast on February 17th at Country Boy! This is a great opportunity to connect with other men in the community over a delicious breakfast. Please note that you will be responsible for your own check. We hope to see you there!
If you have any questions please contact Mark McBean or email events@newlifekw.ca.
Ladies’ Breakfast
The Ladies' Breakfast is an excellent opportunity to spend time with fellow women and listen to Ursula's testimony. We will also play a game planned by Geraldine, and Sue will teach about forgiveness. We hope to see you out!
Cost: $12/per person. Please bring cash. Registration will close on February 3rd.
We’ll be eating at 9:00am so you won’t want to be late.
Parking: There is parking on-site or across the street at Rockway Senior Center.
If you have any questions you can contact Ursula Neumann or email events@newlifekw.ca.
NLF’s 5th ANNIVERSARY Party
The fact that New Life Fellowship has been successfully running for a span of 5 years is unbelievable! We are overjoyed and immensely grateful for the immense support and love we have received from our community throughout this incredible journey. To commemorate this significant milestone, we are delighted to invite all of you to a momentous anniversary celebration.
The best part is, this event is completely free of charge! However, we kindly request everyone to acquire a ticket - it will undoubtedly prove to be a decision you won't regret!
Doors will open at 6:00pm.
Dinner will be served at 6:30pm.
The evening program will start at 7:30pm.
If you’re interested in helping with this event please contact events@newlifekw.ca.
Registration will close on January 7th, 2024.
YOUTH Christmas Party
All teens (grade 7-12) are welcome to the Youth Christmas Party!
Be sure to have your gingerbread-decorating skills sharp and ready to go. We’ll play games, decorate gingerbread houses and enjoy being together.
Please RSVP to teens@newlifekw.ca.
Church Christmas Party
The NLF Christmas party is an exciting event for everyone in the congregation! All are welcome! It’s a time for families and friends to come together and celebrate this joyous holiday. With delicious food and great company, the church Christmas party is the perfect way to spread holiday cheer. So, come and join in the fun and festivities at the church Christmas party!
Please register any children grade 6 and under for a special surprise. Registration for the gift closes on December 3rd.
Please bring a snack, dessert or appetizer to share.
If you have any questions please contact events@newlifekw.ca.