Adults

The vision behind groups at New Life

Our mission at New Life is to cultivate a community that enjoys God and transforms the world through the Gospel. Our hope is that each group at New Life fulfills that mission by:

Cultivate a Community
- Each group should have a sense of fellowship and enjoyment of one another. Group members should enjoy one another.
Enjoys God
- Each group should enjoy God and grow in Christ-likeness. Groups should have an element of spiritual formation where they grow together as disciples.
Transforms the World
- Each group should be missional. They aren't solely inward-focused, but are inclusive to outsiders. They also give back in service to others and the community.

By accomplishing the three purposes of a group, they are part of fulfilling the mission at New Life.

Connection Opportunities

GET CONNECTED

No one wants to enjoy life's adventures or face life's challenges alone. However, finding community can be hard. We want to make it easy to for you to find “your people” at New Life. That’s why we do small groups. Ideally, connection groups include 8-15 adults who gather regularly to build friendships, grow in Christ-likeness, and be a part of God's mission.

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FIND YOUR COMMUNITY AND GET CONNECTED.

Our Spring Kick off of Connect Groups launches on February 5, 2025!

If you have questions, contact Vanessa Peterson VanessaP@NewLifeTucson.com

Our Spring 2025 ConnectGroup kick-off will be on Wednesday, February 5th, at 6:00PM! Here at New Life, we believe that circles are better than rows and that life is better connected. Join us for an amazing 11-week study through the Rooted Experience and find your community! Sign up through the link below:

Register for Connect Kick-Off

SELAH (WOMEN'S MINISTRY)

Selah is a New Life Bible Fellowship Women's Connection Experience on Wednesday Mornings and Evenings. We are a place where every woman, regardless of age, spiritual journey, or church affiliation, can come and find a connection with God and each other. We hope and pray that every woman who comes finds that they are seen, known, heard, and deeply loved.

Please click below for more information and registration for each group.

Register for the MORNING Session

Register for the EVENING Session

COMMUNITY FOR MOMS

CHILDCARE ROOMS ARE EITHER FULL OR FILLING QUICKLY (THE NURSERY IS FULL, AS IS THE HOMESCHOOL ROOM). SHOULD YOU REGISTER AND THERE IS NO SPOT FOR YOUR CHILD & WE WILL PLACE YOU ON A WAIT LIST AND LET YOU KNOW.

Moms Matter is a ministry for moms of young children (pregnancy through pre-school). The purpose of this ministry is to provide a comfortable place for moms to come and experience authentic relationships and be encouraged by fellow moms. Our desire is for every mom to feel seen and known for who they are, not for being "just a mom." Our meetings include a hot breakfast, speakers sharing various topics that are relevant, meaningful, and fun, an occasional craft/service project to bless those in need in our community, and, most importantly, plenty of time to have adult conversations with fellow moms.

Moms Matter Spring 2025 Semester.

Make plans to join us every 1st and 3rd Tuesday morning this Fall, beginning January 21. We will meet from 9am until 11:30am. Childcare will be offered

Register for Moms Matter

COMMUNITY FOR SENIORS

God has an exciting plan for every senior adult as we continue to grow, serve, mentor, teach, and develop lasting relationships. Our active Senior Adults group gathers on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month for a time of food, fun, and fellowship. We have guest speakers, times of diving deeper into God’s Word, and are committed to building friendships and encouraging one another. We also serve throughout the church in various ministries.

On the 2nd Tuesday of the month, we meet at 9:30am for a relevant lesson, video, or guest speaker. We will have Continental breakfast items available (and we always appreciate donations to cover costs).

On the 4th Tuesday of the month, we have our lunch gathering at 11:30am.

We'd love for you to join us and experience the loving community we enjoy! For more information, please contact Jay Hengelmann at jayhen5@comcast.net

COMMUNITY FOR YOUNG ADULTS

The College & Young Adults Group at New Life is designed to help 18-25(ish) year olds discover purpose and provide a place to find community with others on the same journey toward unique, passionate and inspired living! We are full of real people, with real problems, looking for real answers.

We find that by gathering around table and sharing a meal together there is a bond and safe space for anyone—whether you are churched, unchurched or navigating faith to discover who God is and find your God given purpose together with others on the same journey.

We meet each Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 8:30 for time together around the table and the Word. In addition, we have occasional social events such as game nights, bowling, escape room outings and more. Come join us and watch how life changes in community!

WHEN: Tuesday Evenings
TIME: 6:30 to 8:30
WHERE: Kristine’s house - give Kristine a text/call at if you have any questions or need further info!

Meet the Adult Ministry Team

Adult Ministry Associate
Vanessa Peterson

Connections Pastor

Dustin DeJong

Dustin is an Arizona native who grew up on a dairy farm in Maricopa. He and Lori have three kids: Peyton, Colby, and Jeremiah. He studied ministry at Hope International University and Grand Canyon University before pursuing a Master of Divinity from Gateway Seminary. He has pastored all over the state of Arizona (Tucson, Phoenix, and Flagstaff) and has spent time in youth, children’s, adults, small groups, leadership development, and tech ministries. He loves to explore Tucson and beyond with his wife as they take in the best food and drink offerings (especially breakfast and coffee).

Email:dustind@newlifetucson.com

Adult Ministry Associate

Stacy MacLaren

Email:stacym@newlifetucson.com

Outreach Associate

Maureen Albert

Email:maureena@newlifetucson.com

Adult Ministry Associate

Vanessa Peterson

Email:vanessap@newlifetucson.com