Together, we can pave the way for new life in Christ
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Our Story

Sharing the good news of abundant life in Jesus is the mission of New Life.

Since we broke ground on the church in 1976 and opened the doors of the academy shortly after, our heart has been to reach people here, near, and far with the life-changing message of the Gospel. We have been blessed by a rich legacy of relying on God’s faithfulness year after year.

And that legacy is still being built. We have the opportunity through this campaign to pave the way for abundant life in Christ in the East Metro for future generations.

Our Opportunity

We long to share the Gospel with as many people as possible—but our growth has been hindered by our inability to expand.

constricted

on

all

sides

Limited space hindering church ministry growth

Facilities bursting at the seams with closets
 converted to classrooms

Lack of an access road

OUR VISION

Now, after decades of faithfully praying for the ability to expand, we have a way forward.

Through the vision of the Pave the Way Campaign, we aim to raise $7M for land, including an access road to Century Avenue. This road unlocks the opportunity for a full $30M project, which includes future possibilities for a Fine Arts Center, sports facilities, renovating existing spaces, expanding classrooms, and so much more.

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our campaign

This vision will take a unified New Life community. Together, we will pave the way for:

New Spaces

to update and expand facilities where people can worship, learn, innovate, and grow.

New Reach

so we can creatively respond to the changing needs of families in the East Metro.

New Ministries

so more people can discover new life in Christ and be sent out to bless the world.

This ambitious vision will take many years and bold generosity.

$30 MILLION TOTAL COST
$7
Million

Needed by Nov. 2025 to acquire the 30 acres of land and build the access road.

$17
Million

Cost needed to build the new academic Wing.

$6
Million

Cost needed to renovate the existing building.

investment opportunity
$13
Million

Investment opportunity to build new fieldhouse and athletics facility.

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EXPANDED PARKING
Worship Center
Fine Arts Center
New Classrooms
Sports Facilities
Road Access
Athletic fields
Cafeteria Renovations
Sports Facilities
Road Access
Athletic fields
Cafeteria Renovations
EXPANDED PARKING
Worship Center
Fine Arts Center
Stem Center
New Spaces

A new academic wing will transform how we serve students and families.

Expanded capacity for new classroom space and relocation of administrative offices.

Building this new wing allows us to create capacity to welcome more learners into a Christ-centered educational experience from Early Education through 12th grade—and include more spaces for the church.

Together, we’re not just adding space—we’re opening the door for more students to be future-ready leaders with a Christian worldview.

$17 MILLION: NEW ACADEMIC WING
  • New Classrooms
  • New Offices
  • Centralized spaces for fine arts, sciences, and physical education
  • Potential for a PSEO Workspace
  • Natural light for more classrooms and public spaces
New Reach

Renovating our space means more people can find new life in Christ as we teach, care, and send them out to change the world.

The very heart that led us to start a church and school lives on in how we seek out innovative ways to reach people for Christ. We don’t just want to maximize our space; we want to reimagine how we use it.

The Pave the Way Campaign will allow us to begin these renovations and open new opportunities for ministry.

$6 MILLION: RENOVATIONS
  • Continue meeting enrollment growth needs
  • Dedicated Arts & Performance classrooms
  • Expanded cafeteria
  • Potential for homeschool and micro-school students

Expanded classrooms and a reimagining of our current space meet growing needs.

New MINISTRIES

Building new athletic facilities means we can reach more people for Jesus in innovative ways, including sports and new ministry possibilities.

New field house combines athletics and ministry opportunities.

God has given us a vision to use sports as a powerful vehicle for evangelism, and this campaign is our opportunity to lead the way. This is our first business venture into alternative, sustainable revenue streams, funded through private investments from many individuals in the New Life community.

Together, we’re not just building a field house; we’re opening the door to new ministry possibilities.

$13 MILLION: INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY
  • Multi-gym complex
  • Future baseball field
  • Future tennis courts
  • Potential for a Christian sports club
  • Potential church services at weekend sports tournaments
our progress so far

The Pave the Way Campaign is only possible through the heart, prayers, and generosity of our community pursuing this vision together.

$8.1M

Total Committed

$30M

Total Goal

make a contribution

To give, contact Larry Chinn at larrychinn@newlifeacademy.org.

investment opportunities

For investment opportunities, contact Brandon Mellett at brandonmellett@newlifeacademy.org.

I'm ready to Pave the way
EXPANDED PARKING
Worship Center
Fine Arts Center
New Classrooms
Sports Facilities
Road Access
Athletic fields
Cafeteria Renovations
Sports Facilities
Road Access
Athletic fields
Cafeteria Renovations
EXPANDED PARKING
Worship Center
Fine Arts Center
Stem Center

6758 Bailey Road
Woodbury, MN 55129
Academy phone: (651) 459-4121
Church phone: (651) 459-0444

newlifeacademy.orgnlcwoodbury.org

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