Vineyard USA
Vineyard USA is the national association of Vineyard churches. They provide leadership and guidance over the almost 500 Vineyard churches in the United States. That’s an estimated 133,588 people who call Vineyard USA churches home. For more information, visit their website.
Central America
Les Melton
Our long-time missionary to Central America, Les Melton, has a wide range of ministries under his supervision. The Ahikam home houses children who don’t have a safe home. Casa Vida is designed for women who age out of the home, but still need to develop marketable skills. They train them up in a loving, Christian environment. As if that weren’t enough, Les also works closely with many area churches and pastors throughout Central America.
Costa Rica
Skip Preston
Our missionary, Skip Preston, has founded Mission Activation which operates in Costa Rica. Their mission is to activate positive community transformation through compassionate, holistic, and empowering programs that put God’s love into action. You can learn more about Mission Activation HERE.
Africa
Priscilla Musembi
Since 1982 Priscilla has been on the mission field in Africa. Her ministry began with mobilizing local churches to be involved in evangelism and discipleship. More recently, her ministry focus has shifted to serving widows and orphans. You can learn more about Priscilla HERE.
Africa
Adam & Selina Matzke
Our newest foreign missionaries, Adam and Selina Matzke are currently serving in West Africa. They work to support Bible translation and literacy as well as supporting local churches. You can learn more about the Matzke’s HERE.
Vineyard Freeland
Mike & Tiffany Leiter
Vineyard Freeland is a direct church plant from New Life Vineyard. Officially operating since April of 2023, Mike and Tiffany are leading a vibrant, growing body of believers. You can learn more about Vineyard Freeland HERE.
Heritage Vineyard
Jared & Brook Bryan
Another church plant sent out by NLV is Heritage Vineyard (formerly known as True North Vineyard). Jared and Brook are boldly preaching the gospel in Kalkaska, MI. Their church is growing in breadth and depth of their spiritual impact. Check them out HERE.
Blessings & Benedictions
Don Milton
Run by Pastor Emeritus Don Milton, Blessings and Benedictions is much more than the videos he publishes every week! Pastor Don mentors Vineyard pastors from around the whole United states in a personalized, one-on-one format. He also works with churches which are in a transition of leadership or crisis. His decades of experience in church leadership continue to be a blessing to us. For a deeper look, click HERE.
Benevolence (NLV)
Every month we set aside funds for our people to be the hands and feet of Jesus. When a congregant brings the need of a friend or family member to our attention, we love supporting them to meet that need.
Outreach (NLV)
Every month we set aside funds for outreach here in our community. While benevolence is focused on meeting a specific need, outreach funds are used in more evangelistic endeavors. The pinnacle of the year for outreach is the Community Carnival which we host.
Caregiving Network
NLV has long supported the Caregiving Network here in Midland. They exist to fulfill urgent needs and foster self-sufficiency for Midland County Residents. In addition to bill assistance, their food pantry and “apartment in a box” ministry are amazing expressions of Christ’s love. Learn more HERE.
Friends of Whispering Pines
This non-profit serves the Whispering Pines Trailer Park community members with the love of Jesus. They conduct outreach events, fun things for the kids, and weekly community meals through the summer. NLV is closely partnered with them as Pastor Dan serves as the Board President.
Life Clinic
This is our local center for women facing an unplanned pregnancy. They offer free ultrasounds and encourage the mothers to choose life for their child. They also offer parenting classes where parents can earn diapers, clothes, and many other baby necessities from their pantry. Learn more HERE.
MCFOAR
MCFOAR stands for the Midland Community Former Offenders Advocacy and Rehabilitation. (you can see why we just call them MCFOAR :) They work with individuals who have been incarcerated and help them reintegrate with society. Learn more HERE.
Reach the Forgotten
Reach the Forgotten is a second jail ministry we support. They work with individuals who are incarcerated by teaching, preaching, and showing the love of Jesus Christ. You can learn more HERE.
Open Door
The Open Door traces its heritage back to 1973! They serve the Midland community with food, housing, and family support. They operate two separate homeless shelters. One for men and a second for women & children. They also operate the community soup kitchen which is free to the public for lunch Monday through Saturday. Learn more HERE.
Gateway Healthcare
Gateway Healthcare is an amazing resource to have in our community! They offer affordable primary and urgent care services, and they won’t turn anyone away for lack of funds. NLV is closely tied with Gateway as two of our members serve on its board of directors.
Intervarsity
Mike Petersen
Intervarsity is a campus ministry and the missionary we support is working on the Saginaw Valley State University campus. They come along side young people during some of their most formative years and encourage them to grow spiritually. Learn more HERE.