Welcome!!
St. Andrew's International Church is an inter-denominational fellowship of Christians from many countries around the world united in our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. We are independent and self-supported but strongly committed to working with our brothers and sisters in the body of Christ in Greece and throughout the world.
St. Andrew's International Church is an inter-denominational fellowship of Christians from many countries around the world united in our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. We are independent and self-supported but strongly committed to working with our brothers and sisters in the body of Christ in Greece and throughout the world.
What is our mission?
We believe that St. Andrew's primary calling is to minister to the English-speaking population of the Athens area. Under God, and for his glory, we aim to make and mature disciples of the Lord Jesus through vibrant worship, authentic discipleship and compassionate mission.
We believe that St. Andrew's primary calling is to minister to the English-speaking population of the Athens area. Under God, and for his glory, we aim to make and mature disciples of the Lord Jesus through vibrant worship, authentic discipleship and compassionate mission.
What do we believe?
We are a church family of diverse backgrounds, nationalities and denominational experiences. We find our unity in the gospel of the Lord Jesus and seek to keep the gospel the main thing. Our motto and practice is expressed in the words of the German reformer Philip Melanchthon:
A fuller statement of faith which all members are required to accept can be found in the church constitution.
We are a church family of diverse backgrounds, nationalities and denominational experiences. We find our unity in the gospel of the Lord Jesus and seek to keep the gospel the main thing. Our motto and practice is expressed in the words of the German reformer Philip Melanchthon:
A fuller statement of faith which all members are required to accept can be found in the church constitution.
How did we begin?
On November 7th, 1952, the constitution of the church was officially adopted and St. Andrew's Church was born. Rev. Paul Olander was the first pastor and services were held at our present location, Sina Street 66, the premises of the German Evangelical Church. The name St. Andrew's had been given by Scots who were part of the informal congregation of British forces that had been meeting since 1948 after the end of the war.
In 1976, to meet the needs of the English-speaking community in the northern suburbs, a second worship service was started in Kifissia. Pastor Wes Jones began services in the Biology Lab at Tassis School but since 2004 the Kifissia congregation has met in the hall of St. Catherine's British School.
On November 7th, 1952, the constitution of the church was officially adopted and St. Andrew's Church was born. Rev. Paul Olander was the first pastor and services were held at our present location, Sina Street 66, the premises of the German Evangelical Church. The name St. Andrew's had been given by Scots who were part of the informal congregation of British forces that had been meeting since 1948 after the end of the war.
In 1976, to meet the needs of the English-speaking community in the northern suburbs, a second worship service was started in Kifissia. Pastor Wes Jones began services in the Biology Lab at Tassis School but since 2004 the Kifissia congregation has met in the hall of St. Catherine's British School.
How are we structured?
We are one church family meeting in two locations. Our first service on Sundays is at 9.00 am in Kifissia at St. Catherine's School. In downtown Athens, our congregation meets at 11.45 am at the German Evangelical Church. The church does not own any real estate or buildings and therefore rents its worship facilities. We also rent a church office at Lakonias 24, near Panormou metro station in Ampelokipi.
A church council made up of a minimum of seven members plus the pastor forms the governing body of the church. Both congregations are represented on the council and council members are selected from the congregation and voted on by the members at the annual church business meeting in February. Council members serve one year terms serving up to maximum of three consecutive terms in the same position.
The church has three paid staff members. The pastor is employed on a full-time basis and the church administrator and the worship leader are both employed in a part time capacity.
We are one church family meeting in two locations. Our first service on Sundays is at 9.00 am in Kifissia at St. Catherine's School. In downtown Athens, our congregation meets at 11.45 am at the German Evangelical Church. The church does not own any real estate or buildings and therefore rents its worship facilities. We also rent a church office at Lakonias 24, near Panormou metro station in Ampelokipi.
A church council made up of a minimum of seven members plus the pastor forms the governing body of the church. Both congregations are represented on the council and council members are selected from the congregation and voted on by the members at the annual church business meeting in February. Council members serve one year terms serving up to maximum of three consecutive terms in the same position.
The church has three paid staff members. The pastor is employed on a full-time basis and the church administrator and the worship leader are both employed in a part time capacity.
How do you become a member?
Membership of St. Andrew's is open to all who sincerely profess faith in Jesus Christ as their Saviour and Lord. Prospective candidates complete a membership card, meet with the pastor or his representative, and their names are then presented to the church council for confirmation. Membership of St. Andrew's does not invalidate membership in one's "home" church.
All members are encouraged to take an active role in the ministry of the church and to use their gifts for the benefit of the body of Christ, their own personal growth, and the glory of God. Joining a small group bible study is strongly recommended.
Membership of St. Andrew's is open to all who sincerely profess faith in Jesus Christ as their Saviour and Lord. Prospective candidates complete a membership card, meet with the pastor or his representative, and their names are then presented to the church council for confirmation. Membership of St. Andrew's does not invalidate membership in one's "home" church.
All members are encouraged to take an active role in the ministry of the church and to use their gifts for the benefit of the body of Christ, their own personal growth, and the glory of God. Joining a small group bible study is strongly recommended.
How are we funded?
St. Andrew's is an independent, self-supporting church. We receive no funds from any other churches, denominations, or religious organisations. All operational expenses, salaries and ministries are dependent on the tithes and offerings of members and attenders of the church.
Donations can be made by PayPal or by bank transfer to our Alpha bank account; details are provided in the 'Donations' page in our website if you wish to do so.
St. Andrew's is committed to ministering to those who have been incarcerated as well as their families. Should someone you know need assistance in the area, please contact the church office at 210-698-5070.
St. Andrew's is an independent, self-supporting church. We receive no funds from any other churches, denominations, or religious organisations. All operational expenses, salaries and ministries are dependent on the tithes and offerings of members and attenders of the church.
Donations can be made by PayPal or by bank transfer to our Alpha bank account; details are provided in the 'Donations' page in our website if you wish to do so.
St. Andrew's is committed to ministering to those who have been incarcerated as well as their families. Should someone you know need assistance in the area, please contact the church office at 210-698-5070.