“Looking for a spiritual home?” the sign seems to whisper as you approach the Evangelische Freikirche Barnabas Gemeinde. This welcoming community in northern Frankfurt extends an open invitation to all seeking a deeper connection with God.
The Evangelische Freikirche Barnabas Gemeinde offers a joyful and heartfelt environment. Imagine stepping inside, greeted by friendly faces eager to share their faith. After the service, you can linger over coffee, engaging in conversation and forging new friendships.
Founded in Bonames in 1976, the Barnabasgemeinde quickly grew. It acquired its building on Homburger Landstrasse 805. In 1985, the community constructed a larger meeting hall to accommodate its expanding membership. Since October 2006, the Gemeinde has been officially registered as a Verein.
The Evangelische Freikirche Barnabas Gemeinde embraces the Wesleyan-Methodist tradition. It is part of the worldwide Church of the Nazarene. In Germany, this is organized as Kirche des Nazareners, Deutscher Bezirk e.V. The Kirche des Nazareners is a guest member in the Arbeitskreis christlicher Kirchen e.V. In Frankfurt-Nord, it is part of the evangelischen Allianz.
Currently, the Barnabasgemeinde has 46 members, ranging in age from 15 to 100. Services are led by Pastorin Tanja Baum. Other preachers and volunteers also contribute. Dedicated volunteers lead the various circles and events.
The Evangelische Freikirche Barnabas Gemeinde emphasizes relationships. These relationships are a relationship with God, relationships with each other, relationships with our fellow human beings, relationships with creation and invites to a relationship with Jesus.
The Evangelische Freikirche Barnabas Gemeinde is led by a community board. Members elect the board annually. Since 2024, Pastorin Tanja Baum has served as chairperson. The church offers Sunday school for children at 10 am. Regular worship services also take place on Sundays at 10 am.
Whether you are seeking spiritual guidance, a sense of belonging, or simply a friendly face, the Evangelische Freikirche Barnabas Gemeinde welcomes you.