New Life

Early in October, the Council at our church voted to propose that Second Highland Christian Reformed Church change its name to New Life Christian Reformed Church of Highland.  The proposed name change is part of an ongoing effort to change our ministry focus to become a church that has a noticeable presence within our surrounding community. 

The name "New Life" is significant for a few different reasons.  On the one hand, it reflects where we are in the history of our church.  We are praying that God will work within our church family to bring a new enthusiasm for His work within our neighborhood.  We recognize that our church is not only a refuge from the trials of the world, but it should also be a mission post to reach those who do not know Christ.

But the name "New Life" does not only reflect the current desire for our church, it also speaks to the greatest hope the Church has to offer.  When we know Christ, we begin a process of becoming new people.  The name, "New Life" points to God's promise to make us new. 

We pray that our church will be a place that people come when they recognize that they would like a fresh start.  When people are looking for a revitalization in their lives, the church has been given the greatest gift, that can lead people to that newness of life.  We want people to experience the life-changing power of Christ to make all things new.