About NLEC

1990s

1996

The New Life Evangelical Church was started by Rev.Richard Rajkumar, its first gathering was held at a private home.

1999

The church started its new ministery among the fishing community

2000-2010

2004

For the first time, a thatched (koorai) roof was built for the church in a rented facility

2005-2008

God used Rev.Richard Rajkumar mightly to reach many people in and around Poonamallee area with the Gospel of Christ. Many accepted Jesus Christ as their personal savior as they came to Christ from other religions. By the grace of God, Many were Baptised and they joined the New Life Evangilical Church. 

2009

Thiru Pandian provided us with the land, and with God's help, we were able to construct our own small church building.

2010-2020

2011-2014

Rev.Richard Rajkumar became very sick, yet the ministery was growing. God was touching and changing people's lives.

2014

Rev.Richard Rajkumar completed his race on Eath and went to meet his savior. The leadership of the church was entrusted to Pas. Amala Mary, who is the wife of Richard Rajkumar, while Pas. Deborah Linda assisting in the ministry.

2015

Following the passing of Rev. Richard, the Church encountered numerous challenges. Despite the sorrowful year, we were upheld by the grace of God. Adversities strengthened us, prompting a renewal of our dedication and confirming the vision bestowed upon us by God.

2016

Through fervent prayers over an extended period, divine providence granted us the financial means necessary. Consequently, we were able to acquire the land dedicated to the establishment of our Church.

2019

We started buliding the Church but we were not able to complete because of the covid-19 pandemic.

2020-Present

2020

As a result of the pandemic, worship services were held online. Nonetheless, we were able to minister effectively to all members of the Church and extend our reach beyond our usual boundaries.

2022

After resigning from his job in Kuwait, Rev. Edwin Wellionton, the son of Rev. Richard, joined NLEC as a full-time ordained Pastor to minister the Church. With Rev. Edwin's leadership, we were able to successfully complete the construction of the Church building as originally planned.

December 5, 2022 - We dedicated the Church for the glory of God.

2023

Through the renewed vision of Christ and by the grace of God, we have been able to reach many individuals who were previously unaware of Jesus. In just the first three months of our ministry in 2023, we baptized thirteen people in the name of the Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit. God's touch is transforming lives, and day by day, many more are being added to the Church.