About the New Life Church Men's MAFIA Ministries:

“…but among you it should be quite different. Whoever wants to be a leader among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must become your slave. For even I, the Son of Man, came here not to be served but to serve others, and to give my life as a ransom for many." Matthew 20:26-28 (NLT)

The New Life Church Men's MAFIA (Men After Faith, Integrity & Action) is a Christian fellowship of brothers-in-Christ dedicated to supporting each another, the NLC congregation and the community-at-large through service outreach (H.I.T.S. – Helping in the Spirit) , masculine accountability & encouragement, discipleship and prayer ministries.

Thursday, August 26, 2010

Local HIT Opportunity – 28 August 2010

Greetings Hitmen,

One of our faithful, Ms. Stephanie Stallworth,  has requested help from the MAFIA for August 28th to move to a new home.  She is moving from 10950 Frenchmen's Loop. Apt B. Off Counts Massie; to 11 Southland Dr. Near the E-Z Mart in Maumelle.  This is a totally local move and the weather is expected to be quite nice.  If you are looking for some good fellowship and an opportunity to bless someone this is a great chance to get out and HIT somebody.  David Martindale is the POC for this hit.  Let him know if you can help by calling him at (501) 681-0584 or via email at david@mpmsi.com.

In His service,

Luke Ribich

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

[Ca]dre Home Sponsors Invitation

Greetings Hitmen,

It's that time of year again to sign up to be a Home Sponsor (HS) for [Ca]dre Academy students.  [Ca]dre is a wonderful, exciting and fulfilling ministry, of which you can be a part by providing a home for a student during the year.  What an opportunity to be a part of missions right in the comfort of your own home!  These guys work so hard for the church all year, doing so much for our different ministries and are such a blessing to everyone who has the opportunity to work with them.  But the true blessing comes to those who have the privilege of housing these amazing kids.  I know many of you have been prayerfully considering being a Home Sponsor for this next term and now is the time to make that commitment.  Orientation/move-in is usually around Labor Day weekend.

If you've already signed up to be a HS, THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!  If not, there are applications at the Welcome Center or you can get one online.  They only require a bed to rest their tired bodies, some food (and you don't have to always prepare it) and a "family" while in the program.  We need many homes this Fall and it would be great to have an abundance of homes to offer this year.  Check out cadre academy on FB under "info" to gain insight into this amazing program.  There is also info at www.newlifechurch.tv under "students".  

From a HS viewpoint, we housed two students last year for the first time and we were the ones blessed! There's wisdom to gain from these young people, and you just never know how God can and will use you to impact this generation.  Trust me, you don't want to miss out.

In His Service,

Bobby Wilson

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

LAST MINUTE HIT REQUEST – Thursday 12 August 2010 0900

Greetings Hitmen,

We’ve had a last minute urgent need come in that is right up our alley.  Michael Schaeffler and his wife is Cynthia are an elderly couple with two small girls are in need of moving assistance this Thursday 12th of Aug. at 0900.  It is not expected to be a difficult move based on an on-site scouting report performed by Rich Hagen.  The address is: 2305 Blackwood Rd, Little Rock, AR 72207.

Rich will be point-man on this hit.  Please call him at 501/454-0795 (cell phone) if you can support the hit and in the event you have any follow up questions or issues.

In His service,

Luke Ribich

Monday, August 9, 2010

THIS WEEK – Anthony Lucas with the Razorback Round-up (and other SEC picks)

Greetings Hitmen,

This month we have a real treat.  IN keeping with the tradition originally established by our very own dearly departed Mr. Paul Eels, we will be continuing the annual Razorback Round-up NCAA Football Preseason review.  This year we are extremely pleased to inform you that Mr. Anthony Lucas, former Arkansas Razorback and Dallas Cowboy will be joining the NLC MAFIA to share his insights and picks of this year’s razorback talent. 

We will meet at 6:30 PM in the GLR NLC Family Room on Tuesday 10 August 2010.  There will be a meal and childcare provided.  The meeting will formally run until about 8:15 PM.

We’re looking forward to seeing you all

In His service,

Luke Ribich

Monday, August 2, 2010

URGENT NEED - Help out a Fellow MAFIA Brother

Greeting Hitmen,

I am sending this message out with heavy heart on behalf of one of our fellow HITMEN, Mr. Rufus Tallant. As some of you know, Rufus, a life-long pastor, has had a quadruple bypass late last month and has lost his local housing as a result of his medical condition.  At this point, we are seeking everyone's assistance in identifying a short to mid-term housing solution for Rufus that will help him to get to/from his cardio-therapy appointments here in Little Rock.  If ANYONE has any ability to support this need, PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT US DIRECTLY AT:

Luke Ribich – lribich@swbell.net or 501/944-0562

John Craft – craft@craftveach.com or 501/765-1430

Harry Bates – hbates@newlifechurch.tv or 501/812-LIFE (8433)

In His service,

Luke Ribich