Cecelia gave her life to Christ at a young age in her grandfather's church. And, she considers herself fortunate to have grown up in a family committed to training youth by teaching them about God and His word and giving them an appreciation for music of all types, especially traditional hymns, anthems and gospel music.
Cecelia completed her bachelors at the University of Illinois in Urbana in sociology and her masters at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor in public health. During her university years she was actively involved in campus ministry with The Navigators, an organization focused on helping college students to 'know Christ and make Him known,' She participated in several summer ministry training programs for urban ministry in
Minneapolis, MN and Chicago, IL. She was also very active in her local campus church supporting Christian camping for youth and youth outreach ministries. It was during these times she developed a heart for ministering to women of all ages through small group bible studies and one on one discipleship. Over 25 years or more Cecelia has continued to grow and serve in a number of ministry areas including worship ministry, youth ministry and women's ministry. Her recent attendance to the True Woman Conference '10 re-ignited in her a passion to glorify God by ministering to women about His design for biblical womanhood. Her desire is that women from all walks of life and life circumstances would know personally that there is 'hope in God - Romans 5:5,' as we follow His design and purpose for our lives.
Cecelia is one of the under-shepherds for the Transformed Women's Ministry at NLCC. And, one of her life verses is Psalm 27:13-14 I believe that I shall look upon the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living! Wait for the LORD; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the LORD!
Crystal was born in Flint, Michigan and grew up in Avon, Indiana. She has been married to the love of her life, Zach, since 2005, and has two beautiful sons: Daniel, born in 2009, and Micah, born in 2010.
Crystal was blessed to grow up in a Christian home where she was taught the Word of God. She attended Ball State University, where she studied Literature and History. She always had an interest in the things of God, and fully committed her life to Christ after graduating college. Crystal has worked in the secular world as a marketing professional, and in ministry as an early childhood teacher. She currently serves as the Director of Christian Education at New Life Community Church, a position she has held since 2009.
In addition to her professional duties, Crystal serves as an undershepherd for the Transformed Women's Ministry, and is a member of the New Life Prayer Team. Crystal enjoys reading, writing, singing, crochet, and spending time with her husband and children. Her life verse is Acts 20:24: "But I do not account my life of any value nor as precious to myself, if only I may finish my course and the ministry that I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of the grace of God."
Sandra Hunt is a native of Atlanta Ga. She is married to Pastor Andy Hunt (Senior Pastor of New Life Community Church) and has three children: Andrew (Trena) , Andrea & Brandon. She is a grandmother of two, Quierra and Drew.
Sandra gave her life to the Lord at the early age of 9. She continues to walk in His plan and seeks Him in all that she does. She has a career as a Professional Project Manager, holds an MBA in Business Management, and is scheduled to complete her doctoral degree Spring 2012. Praise God!.
Sandra has always felt the call to lead. Although she has been active at her church and other ministries for over 22 years, she made a commitment to seek an additional degree in Christian Education in February 2003 through the United Christian Ministry Institute.
Sandra is one of the under shepherds for the Transformed Women's Ministry at NLCC. She oversees several other ministries at NLCC and has spoken at over 40 women retreats and women conferences.
Sandra's life verse is Romans 8:28: "And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose."
