New Beginnings Assembly of God Church in Nappanee is celebrating its 60th anniversary on Aug. 18. Photo provided by Brian Moore.

By Brian Moore
Lead Pastor, New Beginnings Church

New Beginnings Assembly of God is celebrating its 60th anniversary on Sunday, Aug. 18. This day is meant to be a celebration of its many years in ministry to the Nappanee community, a homecoming and a chance for members present and past, along with new friends, to gather.

Several former pastors will be with us that day, including Pastor Ralph Holdeman II and Pastor Ron Moore. Our Indiana Assembly of God superintendent, Pastor Chad McAtee, will be speaking. There will be a meal following the morning gathering, activities for the family and a time to browse through old photos and memories.

New Beginnings Assembly of God was founded in August 1964 as County-Line Assembly of God, by Pastor Ralph Holdeman Sr. Over its 60-year history, the church has only had five lead pastors and two interim pastors.

The ministry began at its original location on the Kosciusko/Marshall county line. New facilities were constructed at 300 Haney Drive, Nappanee, in 1998. This building was later destroyed during the 2007 tornado. New Beginnings Assembly of God found a new beginning and its new home in the old South Side Elementary School.

In recent years, the church has seen growth in all areas of ministry. The building has been updated and the gymnasium converted into the main sanctuary. In June, we opened a community food pantry. We see the church as a family and are about building relationships with God and with people. The sign on the door says “Welcome we are glad you are here,” and we have heard that is experienced by everyone who passes through those doors. New Beginnings is a place for new seasons and a place to belong.

We would invite you to join us at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 18. For more information or to let us know you are planning to attend, call (574) 773-7509, find us on Facebook or email [email protected]. The church is located at 901 S. Main St., Nappanee.