A CHURCH FOR THE RENEWAL OF NYC & THE NATIONS

God is making all things new — in lives, in neighborhoods, and across this city. We exist to join in that renewal by helping people experience what it feels like to be loved by Jesus.

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Our Vision

Renewal Church exists to help people experience what it feels like to be loved by Jesus.

Renewal Church exists because every human heart longs for a love that doesn’t use us, leave us, or grow weary of us. In Jesus, we see a love that moves toward the lonely, welcomes the outsider, forgives the guilty, and gives itself for others. We believe Christianity is not just something to understand, but Someone to be experienced. Our vision is to help people encounter the love of Christ in ways that heal shame, restore dignity, awaken hope, and invite them into the life they were made for!

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THE MISSION OF RENEWAL

We Follow the Way of Jesus for the Renewal of NYC and the Nations.

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What does the way of Jesus look like?

Jesus’ original invitation in Matthew 4:19
“Follow me and I will make you fishers of men.”

Follow me - Pursue His Presence
‍I will make you - Embrace His Transformation
Fishers of men - Join His Mission

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As a church we will pursue His presence, embrace His transformation, and join in His mission for the renewal of NYC and the Nations.

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The Renewal of NYC and the Nations looks like…

Renewing Lives
Restoring Communities
Reviving Culture

WHY NYC?

In a city where everything moves fast and nothing feels secure, we believe Jesus offers realities New Yorkers long for most but rarely find; a love that is unshakable, a hope that endures, and a purpose that fulfills.

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20+

million people in the NYC Metropolitan area with 8+ million people in the five boroughs. On average, Manhattan houses 72,918 people per square mile—the densest area in the U.S.

34%

of Manhattanites identify as religiously unaffiliated, making it one of the most secular cities in the U.S.

90%

of New Yorkers are not connected to a gospel preaching church in the city.

800+ languages spoken in NYC

The world has come to us—creating a unique opportunity to love people from every nation, right here in our city.

Behind every statistic is a New Yorker with a story, a craving to belong, and a deep longing for love.

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Our Leadership

Meet Trenton & Griffin

Trenton and Griffin, along with their boys Drake and Jax, carry a deep love for New York City and the people who call it home. Over time, God has grown in them a passion for the spiritual renewal of this great city and a deep affection for its neighborhoods and communities. They know that Jesus loves NYC and they believe God is already at work across the city—stirring spiritual hunger, awakening curiosity, and drawing people to Himself in unexpected ways. Their longing is to join in what God is already doing: to love this city well, to walk with people patiently, and to cultivate a church that embodies the love of Jesus in tangible, everyday ways throughout New York City.

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The Road to Launch

As we prepare to plant Renewal Church in Manhattan, each step is intentional — building partnerships, forming a launch team, and laying a strong foundation for Fall 2027.

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2025 - Summer 2026

Adding Financial Partners and Team Building

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Summer 2026

Move to New York City

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Fall 2026

Begin 12-month Church Planting Residency in a partnership with local churches as we build a launch team.

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Fall 2027

Launch Renewal Church!

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Be Part of the Renewal

God is moving in New York City. We would love for you to join us.

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Pray for Us

We are seeking hundreds of people to join us in prayer for the ministry of Renewal Church!

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Give through Us

You can give through Renewal Church as an investment in the Kingdom of God being extended in NYC and the nations!

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Build with Us

Maybe God is calling you to join us in the work here in NYC! Connect with us and let’s explore together what God may be leading you to!

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Connect with Us

Curious about Renewal Church or just want to have a conversation? We’d love to grab coffee and get to know you—no pressure, just a genuine conversation!

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