Christengemeinde Evangeliumslicht

A beacon of faith in Dortmund’s heart stands the Christengemeinde Evangeliumslicht. This isn’t just any church. It’s a vibrant community. Its story begins in the summer of 2009. A small group of believers sought to establish a Russian-German congregation. They chose a place bustling with Russian-speaking residents. Dortmund was perfect. The Christengemeinde Evangeliumslicht was born. It’s a Baptist church. They follow classic Baptist principles. Their beliefs are rooted in the Bible. They follow its literal historical-grammatical interpretation. They also adhere to the teachings of the Baptist Union of Russia. Think of pre-war Russia under the guidance of F P Pavlov and I V Odinzov. Their principles are also drawn from JJ Wins’ booklet “Our Baptist Principles”. Published in Harbin in 1924 this booklet laid the foundation for much of their doctrine. The Christengemeinde Evangeliumslicht isn’t just a place of worship. It is a multicultural hub. Services are held in both German and Russian. Simultaneous translation into Romanian and sign language is provided. Listen carefully. You might hear whispers of faith in several languages. Services are also live-streamed via an app. You can listen in with your own headphones. Sunday services start with prayer. Then the main service begins. It features children’s participation through songs and poems. While older children stay. Younger children attend a special Sunday school. A separate room caters to parents with babies and toddlers. The church also holds Wednesday and Friday Bible studies. Wednesday meetings alternate between German and Russian. Friday evening meetings cater specifically to the deaf community. The Christengemeinde Evangeliumslicht is more than bricks and mortar. It is a testament to faith. It’s a place where communities blend. It is a symbol of hope and unity in Dortmund’s diverse landscape. The Christengemeinde Evangeliumslicht welcomes all with open arms. Come experience its warmth and faith.