Community Outreach

New Life is responding to Christ's command to love our neighbours in practical ways. Some are informally carrying out this command at their work places, schools, neighbourhoods and by supporting a host of non-profit organizations. Others are actively involved in our Free Store & Soup ministries.

New Life's Community Free Store: Loving others as Jesus loves us

The Free Store of Children's Clothing and other items for children is located in the Greenhouse behind the main church building. It is open Tuesday and Saturday (except long weekends) mornings 9:30 am-noon. Parents come from near and far to get much needed items for their children and to visit with friends over a cup of Starbucks coffee & baking. Many who frequent the store also bring donations and help sort what comes in and stock shelves.

FAQ’s

Q: Is it really free?
A: Absolutely! No strings attached.

Q: How much can I take?
A: Two bags of clothing or toys per child per visit. We also have other items like car seats, baby backpacks, diaper bags, parenting & kids books.

Q: How can I help the Free Store keep going?
A: Three ways

  1. Donate clean, gently used items for children. Donations can be dropped off at the west entrance of the Greenhouse behind New Life Church.
  2. Do not donate household items, outdated carseats, TV's furniture etc.
  3. Volunteer

Soup Ministry: On Wednesdays the Progressive Housing Outreach Van is at New Life's Greenhouse from 10am- 2pm. Over the lunch hour volunteers from New Life and Cariboo Road Christian Fellowship serve hot home-made soups to our neighours who are homeless or underemployed.

Volunteering with these ministries a few hours a month can make a big difference in the lives of others. If you would like to be involved or know more about these ministries, please contact Esther Hizsa, 604 420-0761