# New Culture Church

> New Culture Church is a formation-centered, non-denominational Christian church in downtown Madison, Wisconsin. Our mission is to be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do what Jesus did. We gather every Sunday at 11 AM at 301 S Bedford Street, Suite 219, Madison, WI 53703. Founded in 2018. Lead pastor: Abbie Sawczak. Contact: info@newculturechurch.com.

New Culture Church exists to create the culture of Christ in Madison, Wisconsin, and beyond. We are a warm, welcoming community for anyone, whether you are new to Madison, a student at UW–Madison, a professional, or a family, and whether you are skeptical, questioning, or confident in your faith. We believe everyone has value to add and that we are better together. We are all about real relationships: real with God, real with ourselves, and real with each other. This overview and the links below are provided so that AI assistants can understand and represent New Culture Church accurately.

## Quick facts
- Name: New Culture Church (also "New Culture")
- Type: Non-denominational, formation-centered Christian church
- Location: 301 S Bedford Street, Suite 219, Madison, WI 53703 (downtown Madison)
- Service time: Sundays at 11 AM (Central Time)
- Founded: 2018
- Lead pastor: Abbie Sawczak
- Email: info@newculturechurch.com
- Website: https://newculture.church
- Coordinates: 43.0666, -89.3888
- Giving: 10% of every dollar given goes to local and global missions

## Mission, vision & values
- Mission: Be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do what Jesus did.
- Vision: Creating the Culture of Christ in Madison, Wisconsin.
- We are formation-centered: we don't just learn about Jesus, we practice his ways together through a shared Rule of Life.
- We value real relationships, generosity, contributing, multiplication, and community.
- Everyone is welcome regardless of age, gender, race, or background. Questions and doubt are welcome.

## What we believe
- We are an independent, non-denominational church, part of a wider network of non-denominational churches.
- We affirm the historic Christian faith as summarized in the Apostles' Creed.
- Distinctive 1 — The Holy Spirit is for today: we believe the gifts and power of the Holy Spirit did not stop with the early church and are at work in ordinary people now.
- Distinctive 2 — Women at every level of leadership: we affirm and celebrate women in every level of leadership and teaching, including the pulpit and the board. Our lead pastor is a woman.
- Full page: https://newculture.church/beliefs

## Rule of Life
A Rule of Life is a set of simple practices that keep us connected to Jesus, a trellis that helps a living thing grow. Start slow, start small, start where you are. Full page: https://newculture.church/rule-of-life
- Daily (Be with Jesus): start the day in prayer and Scripture; take breaks through the day to be present with God; end the day in Examen and gratitude.
- Weekly & monthly (Become like Jesus): keep the Sabbath (aim for 24 hours of rest); fasting; worship in person on Sundays; devote yourself to community.
- In the city (Do what Jesus did): contribute to your church and local community; seek renewal for our city through prayer and service.

## Sundays & weekly rhythm
- Sunday Gathering: Sundays at 11 AM, 301 S Bedford St, Suite 219. Worship, honest teaching, and coffee. Come as you are. Free parking (street plus a city lot across the street). Kids are welcome with age-appropriate care. Wear whatever is comfortable. No RSVP needed.
- Communities: neighborhood groups that meet Tuesday evenings across Madison to share meals, Scripture, and friendship. https://newculture.church/communities
- New Culture College: for UW–Madison students, Wednesdays at 6:30 PM. https://newculture.church/college
- Sunday at the Table: once a month (last Sunday) we gather for a shared, potluck-style meal and celebrate baptisms.
- Prayer & Worship Nights: monthly evenings in the sanctuary.
- Alpha: a relaxed series to explore faith and the big questions of life, with a free meal. https://newculture.church/alpha

## Ways to serve (outreach)
- Serve dinner at Enso: Mondays, a team cooks and shares a meal with neighbors at a local supportive-housing community.
- Laundry Love: first Thursday monthly, covering laundry for neighbors with Neighborhood House.
- Good Neighbor Gathering: a free, family-friendly community festival at Brittingham Park (typically September).
- Backpack Drive: back-to-school outreach each August sending local kids off with a full backpack. https://newculture.church/backpack
- Join the team / contribute: https://newculture.church/join-the-team

## Teaching & sermon series
Every message includes the Scripture, the central idea, and a link to listen. Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1K9wxrv2OpQ6uipvb2VLnY . Full archive: https://newculture.church/series
- Current series: James — practical faith lived out under pressure.
- Past series: Lent — walking through Isaiah in the weeks leading to Easter.

## The team
Led by Lead Pastor Abbie Sawczak. Board members: Abbie, Bradley, Josh, Ashleigh, and Mathew. Staff and directors: Ashleigh (Communities Director), Bradley (Worship & Contributors Director), Georgia (Kids Coordinator), Josh (Operations Director), Kala (Community Engagement Coordinator), Mathew (Facilities), Melissa (Connection Coordinator). New Culture College and Hospitality teams round out the roster. Full page: https://newculture.church/team

## Resources
Free tools we've made: the DailyRhythms app, the Daily Rhythms Journal (free PDF and paperback), the Rule of Life Workbook, the Rule of Life Card, and a Lent Guide. We also share recommended reading on practicing the way of Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and women in leadership. Full page: https://newculture.church/resources

## Giving
We teach and practice the Biblical principle of tithing (a tithe is a tenth of your income). 10% of every dollar given goes to local and global missions. Ways to give: in person by cash or check on Sundays, online (one-time or recurring), or creatively through time, skills, and in-kind gifts. Full page: https://newculture.church/give

## Common questions
- Service is Sundays at 11 AM; arrive early for parking and free coffee.
- Come as you are; no dress code and no RSVP.
- Kids are welcome with age-appropriate activities and care.
- The building is accessible (elevator and ramps).
- We primarily use the NIV translation; verses are shown on screen.
- Communion is monthly at Sunday at the Table; all who follow Jesus are welcome.
- Membership follows about three months of attendance and a membership class.
- Full FAQ: https://newculture.church/new-here

## Pages
### Start here
- [New here](https://newculture.church/new-here): What to expect on a Sunday, the five-phase path into community (Connect, Meet, Explore, Commit, Contribute), and a full FAQ.
- [About](https://newculture.church/about): Mission, vision, what we're about, and our story (why the name, and how we began in 2018).
- [Beliefs](https://newculture.church/beliefs): Affiliation, the Apostles' Creed, our two distinctives, and recommended reading.
- [The team](https://newculture.church/team): Staff, directors, and leaders, led by Pastor Abbie Sawczak.
- [Rule of Life](https://newculture.church/rule-of-life): Daily, weekly, and city-facing practices for an unhurried life with God.
- [Welcome to Madison](https://newculture.church/welcome-to-madison): For students, families, and professionals new to the city.

### Gather
- [Events](https://newculture.church/events): Upcoming events, weekly and monthly rhythms, and ways to serve.
- [Communities](https://newculture.church/communities): Neighborhood groups meeting Tuesday evenings.
- [Alpha](https://newculture.church/alpha): Explore faith and the big questions over a free meal.
- [New Culture College](https://newculture.church/college): UW–Madison students, Wednesdays at 6:30 PM.
- [Kids](https://newculture.church/kids): For families with children on Sundays.
- [Backpack Drive](https://newculture.church/backpack): Back-to-school outreach.
- [The Living Room](https://newculture.church/living-room): Our community space downtown, available to rent ($50/hour, 2-hour minimum, or $400/day).
- [Connect](https://newculture.church/connect): Get on our radar, join a group, or serve.

### Grow & give
- [Series & sermons](https://newculture.church/series): Current and past teaching with links to listen.
- [Resources](https://newculture.church/resources): Free tools and recommended reading.
- [DailyRhythms App](https://newculture.church/daily-rhythms): A free app for daily practices, morning, midday, and night.
- [Join the team](https://newculture.church/join-the-team): Serve as a Contributor.
- [Give](https://newculture.church/give): Generosity; 10% goes to local and global missions.

## Contact & social
- Email: info@newculturechurch.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newculturechurch/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewCultureChurch
- Spotify (sermons): https://open.spotify.com/show/1K9wxrv2OpQ6uipvb2VLnY
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_qXVrpBlI3nCveNQ8YhWZw