How long have you been attending New Life?

April 14th will be 2-year.

In what areas of the church do you serve?

I serve in a few different areas. On Sundays, I work the coffee bar and the welcome desk - both are great ways to connect with people, catch up with friends, meet new faces, and hopefully brighten someone's day. I also help run the Alpha course, which gives me the chance to have deeper conversations about faith, God, and life, and help others explore their questions in a meaningful way. Beyond that, I love helping people practically - I drive folks to church from as far away as Cambridge, and make sure that those without transportation can attend special events, and being someone people can talk to in private when they’re going through a hard time. I’ve also developed a friendship with someone in our church who has an intellectual disability, acting as their 'Big Brother’, with calls and in-person support throughout the week. So I serve in many ways, but I’m always hoping it’s in ways that really matter to people.

Why are you willing to serve as a board member in our church?

I’m willing to serve on the board because I care deeply about our church community and want to help it thrive. Serving on the board gives me the chance to contribute in a bigger way - supporting our leadership, helping make thoughtful decisions, and ensuring our ministries continue to reach and impact people. I see it as a way to use the gifts, time, and experiences God has given me to serve not just in one area, but for the whole church. As a newer Christian, I bring a perspective shaped by real struggles and the grace I’ve experienced, and I hope that insight can help guide decisions in ways that reach people who might feel overlooked or lost.