The Grove: A place where no one grows alone
Natalie Trainor, a Pioneer Minister in Training shares some exciting developments coming out of Newry Centre of Mission.
Exciting things are on the horizon! At last, we have secured a building which will become home to The Grove, a new worshipping community in Newry.
Why The Grove?
A grove is a cluster of fruit trees—strong, rooted, and growing together. In Scripture, trees planted by water symbolize people who are deeply rooted in God, nourished by His Word, and flourishing even in difficult seasons. At ‘The Grove,’ we desire to cultivate a community where people are becoming deeply rooted in God’s love, growing in relationship with God and others and reaching out and living fruitful lives for God glory.
It’s a powerful image of what we hope this space will become: not just a building, but a living, growing community of faith, grounded in God’s word and empowered by the Holy Spirit, for all that God calls us to. A place where ‘no one grows alone.’
There’s still a lot of work to be done -painting walls, replacing carpet, getting furniture, and making sure every detail reflects the heart of our mission. But even in this season of preparation, we’re already seeing signs of what’s to come. Conversations are deepening, prayers are being answered, and people are beginning to explore faith in new and meaningful ways.
One of the most encouraging developments has been seeing individuals take steps toward Jesus. In recent weeks, we have rejoiced as four adults have come to faith and three have taken the step of being baptised. Whether through kids and youth work, healing services, praying for people on the street, or one-on-one conversations, the Holy Spirit is at work, and it is a joy to partner with him in it all.
This building is more than a project - it’s a promise. A promise that God is moving, and that something beautiful is being built, both physically and spiritually.
We can’t wait to welcome you to The Grove. Until then, we invite you to pray with us, consider partnering with or serving alongside us, and dream with us about God's big plan for the city of Newry.
Please pray for continuing provision for The Grove, and for wisdom in choosing the right words and actions to share the gospel effectively with the people of Newry.
Natalie
We are located at 12 John Mitchel Place, Newry, BT34 2BP.
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