But that spiritual feeling is very nondenominational from a religious perspective. She also doesn’t want to cross into a territory where the listener feels a sermon coming on.

“I try to write in a way that’s inclusive,” she said. “That’s an important line for me not to cross. I think I’m one of a growing number of artists who don’t put sacred themes in such a context.”

Newcomer is hitting the road to support this new disc and late next month will have a album release party in Indianapolis at the Eiteljorg Museum, 500 W. Washington St. She will be playing on March 22 at 7 p.m. in quartet form.

Tickets are $15 and $20. More information can be obtained by calling (317) 636-9378 or at the following Web site: www.eiteljorg.org/ejm_WhatsHappening/SpecialEvents/details.asp?id.

“There’s nothing like a live performance,” said Newcomer. “I get to experience an audience very personally. An audience will always send something back. I’m lucky because I get to play college workshops, Borders (book stores), churches and some event halls.”

While Newcomer has been very popular by a folksinger’s standards, she hasn’t crossed over to the point where she can no longer play the smaller venues.

“I’ve never been in this to be the next Britney Spears,” said Newcomer. “If I did I probably would have dropped this a long time ago. I’m grateful for my fans and it makes sense for me and the type of music I’m playing.”