God's Providence
Founded in 1988 by Pastors Steve and Nancy Boyce, New Life Worship Center began as a tiny storefront chapel located behind Little Rhody's A&W Root Beer Restaurant on Route 44 in Smithfield, Rhode Island. As we reflect on the relatively short period of the last two decades, it is largely evident that our Church history has been in step with the blessings of God. Under the dynamic leadership of just six adults, with their three children, NLWC has since developed into a vibrant and jubilant congregation of over 1000 strong!
To accommodate an increasing Christian community in the New England region, NLWC has responded by expanding its facilities on several occasions. At the first storefront facility, the 800-square-foot building was zoned to allow a seating capacity of only 40 persons. In a few short months' time, the congregation realized that a larger forum was needed due to its well-attended services and ministry involvement, and just six months later, another expansion took place. In the fall of 1990, renovations began on a 9500-square-foot warehouse located on Lark Industrial Parkway in Smithfield, and in February of 1991, we were able to move into our new sanctuary.
