Who We Are

The Evangelical Baptist Church of Geneva (EBCG) is an independent English-speaking congregation. It is comprised of many different nationalities, who share a common love for the Lord Jesus Christ.

Our aim is to glorify God by encouraging and equipping Christians for loving service and witness.

Among us you will find long-term residents, shorter-term employees of the major institutions and businesses in Geneva, students and young adults, young people and children, and usually a number of visitors. We include people from many different church backgrounds.

A Little History

Founded in 1970 by a group of English-speaking families, EBCG was served by Pastor Derek Adamsbaum until 2002. During this time it grew considerably, moving to the Chapelle de l'Oratoire in 1974.

The "Oratoire" had existed since 1834, and had always been known for the faithful preaching of the gospel. Its origins were in the 19th century Genevan revival, which brought both a spiritual awakening and also a humanitarian concern - one of the Oratoire's most illustrious early members being the founder of the Red Cross, Henri Dunant.

Over 150 years later, EBCG seeks to stand in the same evangelical tradition the Oratoire has always represented.