2015 S. Limekiln Pike, Dresher, PA 19025 Sunday Worship: 8:30 am & 11:10 am


Ward Shope


What do you do here at New Life?

I am the Office Manager, and I also oversee the facilities.

When are you in the office?

I am in on Monday and Thursday mornings, and Tuesday and Friday afternoons.

What are your hopes for New Life?

That we would be a gospel-centered church that God uses to impact the community and the world.

Where did you go to school?

I went to Geneva College, then Gordon-Conwell Seminary for 2 years. I finished my M.Div. at Drew Theological School.

Where did you grow up?

I grew up in beautiful Lancaster County on a farm. But my Dad was a business man, so I reaped the benefits of good hard outdoors working experiences as well as a sense of business and small city community.

What is your family info?

Debbie and I are in our 25th year of marriage. We have three children: Wes (22), Jon (20), and Emma (18). Great kids.

A few of your favorite books and/or authors?

C.S. Lewis, J.I. Packer, Dostoevsky, Piper, Keller, Dickens, Stott, Dan Allendar. I read a lot, and love classic fiction (like over 100 years old)

A few of your favorite TV Shows or Movies?

Theatre: Les Miserables – The absolute best Movie: Get Low. Everyone should see it and discuss it.

What are a few of your hobbies/interests

Basketball, Running, Reading, Thinking, Learning to love my wife better

How do you take your coffee?

N/A. I take my tea with a tsp of sugar.