Exploring
Is Jesus really who He says He is?
Exploring is a place to discover who Jesus is, ask honest questions, and learn what it means to follow Him.
Next Steps: Alpha, Sunday Gatherings, City Life
Discipleship Pathway
Discipleship is a lifelong journey of becoming more like Jesus and growing in our dependence on Him. It is not a checklist or a linear path. We all grow in different ways and through different seasons.
Wherever you are in your journey, the question is:
Where are you spiritually, and what is your next step?
The Discipleship Journey
Following
How do I become like Jesus?
Following Jesus means learning His teachings, practicing His ways, and allowing Him to shape every area of our lives. We grow together through Scripture, prayer, community, and obedience.
Next Steps: Small Groups, Classes, Baptism, Find Your Fit, Serving
Investing
How can God use me to help others?
As we grow, God invites us to use what He has given us to help others grow and advance His mission.
We give freely of our time, talent, and treasure with hearts of selflessness and abundance.
Next Steps: Lead a Group, Serve, Mentor Others, Ministry Leadership, Practice Uncommon Generosity, Outreach
Abiding
How do I know and enjoy God more deeply?
Abiding is about deepening our relationship with Jesus and growing in our dependence on Him. As we remain connected to Christ, He continues forming our character and shaping how we live.
Next Steps: Prayer, Mentoring, Spiritual Formation, Leadership Development
Tools for Your Journey
The journey may look different for each of us, but we do not walk it alone. New City provides opportunities to help you grow, connect, serve, and live on mission in every season.
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Sundays
Gather with the church to worship, hear biblical teaching, experience authentic community, and be equipped to follow Jesus throughout the week.
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Small Groups
Build authentic relationships and grow alongside others as you follow Jesus together.
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Classes
Take intentional steps in your faith through Alpha, City Life, Find Your Fit, and other classes designed to help you learn, grow, and get connected.
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Baptism
Publicly declare your faith in Jesus and celebrate the new life you have found in Him.
Serving
Use your gifts to serve others, build the Church, and participate in the mission of New City.
Prayer
Grow in your relationship with God and deepen your dependence on Him.
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Mentoring
Grow through intentional relationships with other followers of Jesus and help others do the same.
Generosity
Practice Uncommon Generosity by giving your time, talent, and treasure to what God is doing through New City and beyond.
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Mission
Take the hope and love of Jesus to the places we live, work, study, and play through outreach, community partnerships, and opportunities like Art Studio on First Fridays.
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Care
Find prayer, encouragement, support, and authentic community through life's difficult seasons.
Keep Taking Your Next Step
Whether you are Exploring, Following, Investing, or Abiding, discipleship is about continuing to know Jesus, become more like Him, and live out His mission.
There is no finish line and no checklist to complete.
Where are you spiritually, and what is your next step?
Authentic. Sacred. For The City.