life groups

life is better in community!

  • Groups start the week of February 1, 2026.

    In-person sign-ups begin in the church lobby on January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2026.

    Online registration goes live on January 4, 2025.

  • LIFE GROUP FOR MEN & WOMEN

    Join Pastors Nick and Casey Benson on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday from 6:30-8 PM to learn about and to hone your leadership skills.  We will use “iLead,” Rod Loy’s series on effective leadership.  This group is for men and ladies either single or married.

  • LIFE GROUP FOR MEN & WOMEN

    Join Yvonne Linz on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday from 6:30-8 PM. These three books in the New Testament focused on true faith; walking in light, truth and God’s love. Please bring your Bible, pen, and a note pad with you to each group.  This group is for men and ladies either single or married.

  • Transformative prayer for your adult children

    Prayer and encouragement to lead you to lift up your adult children in areas of their lives, including faith and prayer life, family and relationships, direction and purpose, wisdom and integrity, and wholeness and healing.  Join Pastor Mindy and Mark Goldman the 2nd and 4th Wednesday evening from 6:30-8 PM.   This group is for parents who have adult children or those who are on the cusp of this new season in life.

  • New To New Life

    Get to know us! Meet some people, talk about this week’s sermon, the Bible, prayer and a variety of topics in a relaxed setting. Our Pastoral Team will take turns leading this group. This groups is for both men and women, single or married new to New Life or new to LIFE Groups.

  • Women's LIFE Group

    Ladies, join Nancy Lease, at Marsha Kasner’s home, as we study the Word of God and apply it to our daily lives.  This group meets EVERY Wednesday at 9:30 AM.  Please bring your Bible, pen, and a note pad with you to each group.  Childcare will not be available for this group. This group is for ladies either single or married.

  • MEN'S LIFE GROUP

    Men, join Ron Brown on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday.  This is a Bible study for men to learn and grow and to become the man of faith God has called you to be. Bring your Bible.  This group is for men both single or married.

  • WOMEN'S LIFE GROUP

    Ladies, Join Pastor Pam as we take a deep dive into the holiness of God. We’ll work through Jackie Hill Perry’s book, “Holier Than Thou,” chapter by chapter on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday evening from 6-7:30 PM.  Please bring your book and your Bible to each group. This group is for ladies both single or married. 

  • Parenting LIFE GROUP

    Join Tricia Pusch at her home from 6:30-8 PM.  This group will meet the 2nd and 4th Thursday to go through this video  series learning about intentional parenting both Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters. We will share a meal together starting at 6PM.  Kids are welcome.  This group is for parents of children who under age 18. 

  • Mom's LIFE Group

    Moms of children under 18, this is the place for you!  Join us at the church the 3rd TUESDAYof the month from 6-7:30 PM for a potluck dinner, community and a devotion.  Please plan to bring a dish to share. Childcare will not be available for this group. Kayla Ash is leading this group.

  • Young Adult Connection Group

    Men and women, both single or married, High School Grads through age 30, come to a monthly “Hang Out” event on the 2nd THURSDAY of each month (starting in Oct.) at 6:30 PMCome for food, conversation, and games.  This is the perfect time to meet other young adults.  Hosted by Kendra Schmidt, Kyle Mohs, and  Pastors Nick and Casey Benson.  Childcare may be available for a nominal feeContact Kendra for details.

  • 55+ Ministry Connection Group

    laterlife is our group for 55+ adults who spend time in fellowship through a variety of activities on a quarterly basis.  Watch your bulletin for more information.  To be added to the group email list/text group, contact Nancy Anson, 320.493.0597 or  Edie Bray, 320.443.3445.

    We are planning a movie in March 2026, “The Resurrection of the Christ.”

  • Ladies Connection Group

    Ladies, are you looking for connection and community? Join other gals to eat (dinner/apps/drink a Coke) on the fourth Thursday of the month at 6:15 PM (starts in Oct.)  We’ll alternate between the Foley Family Restaurant, Goodfellas (Ronneby), and El Jalisco’s (Milaca). The restaurant of the month will be announced the Sunday prior.  We will not meet in Nov. or Dec., 2025.  Contact Pastor Pam for info.

    JANUARY 23, 2026, 6:15 PM Meet at El Jalisco 860 Central Avenue North, Milaca 56353

  • Men's Connection Group

    Men, meet up with other men for breakfast, community and a devotion on the 4th Saturday of the month. Join Harry Linz and Karl Stauffenecker at 7:30 AM Jack and Jim’s 11025 Duelm Road NE, Foley 56329