We are a church for all people - a diverse and welcoming community transformed by the love of Jesus Christ. Rooted in God’s Word and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we lead people to salvation, encourage spiritual growth, and walk in the power and gifts God provides. We live with eternal purpose as we share the gospel, bring healing and hope, and invite every person to experience the grace and unity of God’s family.
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April 10, 1985
A group of about 30 believers gathers to worship and discuss forming a new church, led by founding pastor Rev. Mitchell Brewer and his wife, Beatrice.
November 1985
A charter is granted establishing Easley Christian Fellowship at 501 Old Liberty Road in Easley, South Carolina.
Late 1980's- Early 1990's
The church grows gradually while holding firmly to its vision of being a “Church for All People.”
November 1991
After the death of Rev. Brewer, the church faces challenges but continues pursuing the vision that one day it would grow beyond the capacity of its building.
November 1996
Rev. Eric D. Branch and his family come to Easley to help lead and revitalize the church, which has about 30 members at the time.
1998
Just under six acres of land are purchased on Anderson Highway, marking the beginning of future expansion as additional land was acquired and membership grew to around 136.
2000
Clearing of the newly purchased land begins in preparation for building a new facility.
January 2001
The mortgage on the Old Liberty Road property ispaid off, and in God’s perfect timing, the property was sold as the church prepares to relocate.
May 2002
The church moves into its new facility on 311 Anderson Hwy.
2002
The church changes their name to New Image Outreach and embraces a broader mission to impact the Upstate of South Carolina.
2008
Plans are introduced to expand the current facility in response to coninuing growth and God's blessings.
August 28, 2011
The church breaks ground on the construction of a new sanctuary.
June 3, 2012
The church has the grand opening of its newest sanctuary and officially changes its name to New Image Church.
2012
The former sanctuary, known as the "Hope Building," is designated for children, youth, education, and social events, while the newer "Faith Building" becomes the primary space for worship and the preaching of God’s Word.
2017
New Image Church merges with God’s Creation Ministries, and Pastor Mark Livingston Sr. joins the staff as Pastor of Community Development.
March 2020
Pastor Mark becomes the Senior Pastor of New Image Church following the retirement of Pastor Eric Branch.
2020- 2021
During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and 2021, the church experiences a transitional time where in-person attendance drops, but begins online streaming, creating a church accessible to "all people," whether in-person or online and continues to grow.
Present
Today, New Image Church continues to grow spiritually and numerically, with a strong focus on community outreach and ongoing plans to build a picnic shelter, all while pursuing its mission of helping people grow into the image of Christ.
