After two years as overseer, Elder Eudell answered the call of God to Pastor New Life Word Center. His first instruction from God was to, “put Jesus back in His place, on the Throne of our hearts”. We thank God that New Life Word Center has seen many come and go, but God has never abandoned us!
D.I.V.A.S.
If you are a woman in the Sanford area looking for a ministry that will build you up in The Lord, encourage you to run this race, and remind you of your value, then you must encounter the D.I.V.A.S. women’s ministry at New Life Word Center.
The acronym stands for women who are Destined, Invincible/Intelligent, Victorious, Anointed, Sister’s in Christ. D.I.V.A.S women’s ministry was birthed out of prayer,15 years ago, by First Lady Patricia Merthie. At the time, First Lady Merthie was burdened with the need of women to be built up, encouraged, and told of their value. She instinctively believed this ministry was to begin by gathering the women who where close to her: sisters, nieces, girl friends, daughters and granddaughters for fellowship and personal ministry. She thought the delay of the D.I.V.A.S. was due to unpreventable circumstances, but little did she know God was working His plan according to His timing.
One of those circumstances was the loss of her first husband in 2009. It was in February of 2011 that God began to speak to her spirit again that she was to minister to women. The call was clear. She would speak confidence to the insecure, boldness to the fearful, soundness of mind to the tormented, and humility to the prideful. God called her to minister to the total woman. God’s master plan was in action, and in September of 2011 she would marry Dr. R.W. Merthie, the Pastor of New Life Word Center.
As she walked into the role of First Lady, God redirected her back to the D.I.V.A.S. and it was at that time the vision for this unique women’s ministry was realized and manifested. The D.I.V.A.S. gather for prayer vigils, Wisdom Speaks (a journey through the book of Proverbs), mother/daughter legacy weekend, Discovering the Queen in You (annual gathering) and Jesus is Calling (group devotional).
As a result of the women who engage in this ministry, marriages are stronger, families are united, and purpose is revealed. Women are discovering their value, worth, and purpose in the Kingdom of God. So anytime you’re in the area, please know that you’re invited to worship with us and receive a rich word from God, loving arms around you and pure fellowship to help you grow in Christ.
CREED
I AM A MAN OF GOD / BLOOD WASHED BLOOD BOUGHT
I AM SUBMITTED TO THE LORD JESUS CHRIST
I AM COMMITTED TO DAILY PRAYER AND BIBLE READING
I AM A MAN OF HONOR
I AM A MAN OF PURPOSE AND POWER
I AM GIFTED AND ANOINTED
I OFFER MY GIFTS TO THE KINGDOM OF GOD AND THE WORLD
I LOVE MY WIFE AND LAY DOWN MY LIFE FOR HER
I LOVE MY CHILDREN AND TEACH THEM BY PRECEPT AND EXAMPLE
I PROVIDE FOR MY HOUSEHOLD
I WORK WITH MY HANDS THAT WHICH IS GOOD
I HONOR MY MAN OF GOD
I SUBMIT TO THE VISION HE RECEIVES FROM GOD
I AM A TITHER AND A GIVER
I AM A SOUL WINNER FOR THE KINGDOM OF GOD
I REACH OUT TO MY COMMUNITY
I SERVE THE FATHERLESS AND THE WIDOW
I AM A VOICE TO INJUSTICE
I AM HELP TO THE HELPLESS
AND A FRIEND TO THE HOMELESS
I AM A MAN OF GOD
FATHERS UNITED
Our Commitment
Fathers United is a ministry of New Life Word Center that focuses on establishing relationships with Fathers and their children.
Fathers are the foundation of our families and lives. They give us an example of our Heavenly Father.
This ministry is committed to seeing the development of both children and Fathers so the Blessings can be passed down from the Father to the Child. Our commitment is to unite the Fathers to their children and see the Blessing manifest their lives.
All Young Men from ages 8 – 16
PROGRAM INCLUDES
Breakfast and Lunch
Developing a Relationship with Jesus Christ
Developing a Relationship with Dad
Personal Mentoring
Professional Guest Speakers
Swimming
Golf
Basketball
Movies
Fishing
BECOME A SPONSOR!
You can become a sponsor today and play a major role in developing young men to become leaders for their generation and generations to come.
POWER OF PURITY
The Diamond Diva ministry is for young ladies ages of 10 – 18 who are mentored to stand in the Power of Purity. The meaning of purity is the freedom from anything that contaminates or pollutes. It’s an innocent person who walks in their righteousness.
The girls learn and understand as young women, how to live and walk as strong confident people, empowered by who they are in Christ.
Ephesians 1:4-5 says, “God hath chosen us before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before Him in love.” Which means God chose us and purposed each of us to fulfill our own destiny on the earth before the foundation of the world.
The young ladies are taught to seek God for the purpose, passion, or dream that’s within their heart. As they fulfill their purpose on the earth, it will allow them to walk in dominion being empowered by God.