An International and Bible based Community
Newlife SDA Church in Berlin is an international, Christ-centered, and Bible-based congregation dedicated to sharing the everlasting gospel of Jesus Christ. Our mission is to call all people to become His disciples, proclaim the Three Angels’ Messages of Revelation 14:6-12, and prepare the world for His soon return.
As a church family, we strive to reflect the love of Christ through compassionate service, genuine care, and outreach to our community. Rooted in faith and guided by scripture, we are committed to fostering spiritual growth and equipping others to spread the good news of salvation.
Our Story
The New Life SDA Church (NLC), Berlin, began in 1997, driven by the vision of three friends, Bro Reuben Kimomi, Bro David Kiragu, and Sis Hyacinth Linton, to create a space for English-speaking worshippers. Joined by Bro Johnny Ogunji, they held their first meetings at Waldfriede Hospital Church, conducting their own Sabbath services. The church’s vision was realized in 1998 after the NET 98 evangelistic event led by Dwight Nelson, which brought their first converts.
In 1999, the group moved to Charlottenburg and was affiliated with the local German church. Through prayer and consistent effort, the congregation steadily grew, and on May 25, 2002, New Life SDA Church became an officially recognized church within the Berlin Central-German Conference. Over the years, the church has hosted division-wide camp meetings, seminars, and other community outreach activities, cultivating a vibrant and diverse membership.
Today, NLC is a dynamic community of 109 adults and 40 children, with a strong focus on youth and family ministries. Under the leadership of Pastor Chigemezi N. Wogu, the church continues to grow, with plans to establish another English-speaking group in Berlin. Their 2024 theme, “Let’s Go and Make Disciples,” reflects the church’s ongoing mission to expand and share the gospel.
To share the good news of our soon returning Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ
Our aim is to impact people with the love of Christ, preparing them for his soon return
To make disciples who make disciples
Meet Our Leadership team
Our dedicated Church Leadership team works together under the guidance of our supreme Leader, God, striving to serve and uplift our community in alignment with the Seventh-Day Adventist Church mission and values.
Chigemezi Wogu
Church Pastor
Pastor Chigemezi Wogu, PhD – leads both the Newlife congregation and the Adventgemeinde Nikolassee in Berlin. He is passionate about prayer, mission and nurturing spiritual growth within our community.
Eugene Simpson
Elder
Elder Eugene, a creative experience designer by profession, serves as the Communication Secretary at NLC, dedicated to supporting the mission of the Church in every detail—digital and beyond. Alongside his wife, he embraces a life of simple, Christ-centered service, reflecting God’s love through creativity, music, and quiet acts of ministry.
Chiemela Ogu
Elder
He brings a wealth of leadership experience from both church ministry and the tech industry. A devoted husband and active youth mentor, he serves with passion and purpose at Newlife. Whether organizing impactful youth programs or supporting spiritual growth, Elder Chiemela is committed to guiding the next generation in faith and service.
Jeffrey James
Head Elder
Hailing from Malaysia and rooted in a tech background, Elder Jeffrey is deeply committed to serving the Lord. He also leads the Family Life ministries at Newlife, combining his technical skills with a heart for family ministry.
Stanley Njigwum
Elder
An IT security and compliance professional, Elder Stanley faithfully serves the NLC Church family as the Personal Ministries and Sabbath School Leader. With a heart for discipleship and outreach, he is dedicated to equipping members for active service in fulfilling the Gospel commission.
Join us this Saturday
NLC is active in creating meaningful worship experiences
that bring people together in communal fellowship through heartfelt prayers and Bible studies that can result in authentic biblical spirituality