The New Life Church in Rock Hill, S.C., celebrated its 38th Church Anniversary, alongside the Rock Hill Hispanic Church, which marked 19 years of ministry. The historic celebration’s theme was, “We’ve Come This Far by Faith.”
This milestone weekend was held October 24-25, 2025, at 7 p.m., with a Virtual Vespers Service featuring Barry Black, D.Min., 62nd Chaplain of the United States Senate. Black set the tone for a weekend of gratitude, resilience, and spiritual renewal — honoring God’s sustaining hand over the New Life congregation through seasons of both trial and triumph.
The celebration continued on Sabbath, featuring guest speaker Kenneth Boswell, pastor of Mt. Olive Church in East Point, Ga.
Monte Newbill Sr., current pastor, recounted the church’s trial when there was an arson attempt on the church building, and the triumph when the attempt failed; and then again, when a microburst storm swept through Rock Hill, resulting in significant damage to the church property. Windows were shattered, the roof was damaged, and repairs stretched both resources and patience. But even in the face of destruction, the spirit of New Life remained unbroken. Members rallied together, volunteers served tirelessly, and prayers, and once again, the church experienced triumph.
The anniversary weekend also included a morning lesson study followed by a fellowship lunch and youth-led service, showcasing the congregation’s intergenerational vitality.
South Atlantic | February 2026
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