“What unites us?” This question echoes in the very foundation of Christliche Gemeinde Ilvesheim e. V.. Here at Christliche Gemeinde Ilvesheim e. V., the belief in the God of the Bible is central. His love and will to save became historical reality in Jesus. The Apostolic Creed forms the basis of their faith.
The members of Christliche Gemeinde Ilvesheim e. V. are people whose lives have been fundamentally reoriented through forgiveness in Jesus Christ. They want to be a church that lives God’s love and mercy. This transcends all social, cultural, and national boundaries.
Christliche Gemeinde Ilvesheim e. V. extends an open invitation. They are open to fellow citizens. These citizens may be driven by questions of meaning. They may struggle with loneliness, personal hardship, and crises. They are Christians. They believe in Christ. The Bible is God’s good word for their lives.
They are a small part of God’s worldwide community. In Jesus Christ, they are connected. This connection extends to all who believe in him. This is regardless of their denominational affiliation. They maintain exchange with many Christians of different traditions. They are reserved towards human special teachings. These teachings diverge from the Bible.
The story of Christliche Gemeinde Ilvesheim e. V. began with a house Bible study group in Ilvesheim. Monthly church services developed from this. Christians from Ilvesheim and the surrounding area met.
In 1997, the founding of an evangelical church provided a suitable framework for further development. The church is independent and autonomous. Membership is based on the free decision of the individual. Funds for the maintenance of the building come solely from voluntary donations. They also fund projects, missions, and humanitarian aid. The church is registered as a non-profit association.
The center of community life is the Sunday service. Christliche Gemeinde Ilvesheim e. V. also has house Bible study groups. A community and children’s choir exists. There is youth and children’s work. A bookshop and lending library are available too. The diverse fields of activity thrive on the voluntary commitment of the members of Christliche Gemeinde Ilvesheim e. V..