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What should I expect on Thursday nights at the gathering?
It’s Thursday night, somewhere around 8:00, and you’re in the annex at New Life Tabernacle. The first thing you might notice is that the people are genuinely happy to see each other. No fake smiles or phony handshakes. We just really like hanging out, talking, laughing together, being real, and being there for each other. So, you’re walking around meeting people, drinking some coffee and eating some brownies, and then the worship band starts. After praise and worship, Pastor Josh will talk about something from the Bible that can help us live our lives better and develop our faith further. After that, a few moments are given for you to get face to face with God, just you and Him. Sometimes we break up into small discussion groups to talk about the message and how to flesh it out. Then you can bet that whoever doesn’t have to go study, wake up early for work, or something, will want to hang out and talk some more…sometimes go out to Steak ‘n’ Shake or Big Boy. Bottom line is we are a group who whole-heartedly and sincerely love God, and whole-heartedly and sincerely love others and unashamedly admit so.

What's the deal with the music and singing?
Let's talk for a minute about "praise and worship." When the band starts playing, you will probably notice that the place is not exactly like a particular kind of church or what you’re used to church being like (especially if you’re used to being able to sleep during church). We come from a lot of different backgrounds, and that diversity really makes nlcc unique. But most of us have one thing in common…we’re excited about what God’s doing in our lives. Some of us have been set free from life controlling vices, some have had life-changing moments with Him, others have had deep emotional scars healed, and the list goes on. God has been so good to us it makes us want to express our appreciation and love to Him in whatever way we can.

Who can come to the gathering on Thursday nights?
If you breathe, you qualify! But even if you don't we can work something out...We want you to know first and foremost that you’re accepted at nlcc, no matter who you are, what your background is or what you’ve been through. Please feel welcome to check us out. We love meeting new people and making new friends. We look forward to seeing you!