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About Newbold

A family from over 50 nations

Newbold Church is a family of around 1,000 people who worship together across a variety of services on Saturday mornings. Our congregation comprises over 50 nationalities, with Bible study classes offered in multiple languages. We operate Newbold Primary School and sit alongside Newbold College, both integral to our community. As part of the global Adventist movement, we are connected to over 16 million members in 204 countries.

Our vision

Made for more.

Jeremiah 29:11 · Ephesians 2:10 · John 10:10

Our mission

To make disciples of Jesus who fully embrace their place in God’s story.

Matthew 28:18–20 · Luke 24:27 · Acts 3, 7

Five priorities

How we live this out

Five commitments that shape our weekly rhythm together.

  1. 01

    Worship

    Personal prayer, family devotions, varied small-group settings and collective worship gatherings every Saturday.

  2. 02

    Biblical teaching

    Spoken ministry through preaching, Sabbath School, Bible studies and seminars, plus the lived example of members sharing studies with friends.

  3. 03

    Care for each other

    Christianity at its core is supporting people, particularly those experiencing marginalisation. We look after one another in friendship, prayer and practical help.

  4. 04

    Gift-based ministry

    Church involvement is more than passive observation. Every member is encouraged to discover and exercise their spiritual gifts in service.

  5. 05

    Reaching out

    An outward-facing faith. We seek opportunities to bless our local community in everything we do.

Our team

Familiar faces at Newbold

A pastoral and staff team here to welcome you, walk with you and help you find your place.

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  • Pastor Douglas McCormac, Senior Pastor

    Pastor Douglas McCormac

    Senior Pastor

    Leads our pastoral team and shapes our Sabbath worship.

  • Dr Janos Kovacs-Biro, Bible Worker

    Dr Janos Kovacs-Biro

    Bible Worker

    Walks alongside our Bible study, small groups and discipleship.

  • Pastor Pavle Trakovski, Youth Pastor

    Pastor Pavle Trakovski

    Youth Pastor

    Pastors our youth, students and young adults.

  • Mrs Ildyko Szanto, Church Secretary

    Mrs Ildyko Szanto

    Church Secretary

    Keeps our office and admin running, often the first friendly voice you hear.

  • Mrs Judith Vucic

    Treasurer

    Stewards our finances with care and transparency.

What we believe

A faith rooted in Scripture, lived in community.

We share the historic Christian faith expressed in the 28 Fundamental Beliefs of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Read a short summary, or explore each one.