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Welcome to the Bible Church

About Us

Bible Church is a missionary church committed to reaching university students and young believers in Vallabh Vidyanagar, Anand. Our mission is to send them out as ambassadors of Jesus Christ to the world.

Pastor Thomas with International students

We are a small group,
but we have a big vision;
We have a small church,
but we have a big heart;
We are in a small town,
but we have big opportunities;
We cannot all be big,
but all of us can be faithful;
We are a little people,
but we have a great God.​

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Services

You are welcome to our meetings. Come just as you are. Location📍

Worship Service

 Sunday: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Bible Study

Wednesday:  6-8 pm

Our Pastor

Pastor C. I. Thomas

Pastor C. I. Thomas and Mrs. Thomas are charismatic and visionary leaders who serve the Bible Church. Thomas started the first church in Vidyanagar, Anand, in 1975. His family has served hundreds of students and youth during the past 50 years.

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We believe …

1 / God:
  • … created all things, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him.(Col 1:16)

  • … is the Alpha and the Omega, the first and the last, the beginning and the end. (Rev 22:13)

  • … is the King of ages, immortal, invisible, the only God. (1 Tim 1:17)

  • … is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great God, mighty and awesome, who shows no partiality and accepts no bribes. (Deut 10:17 NIV)

  • … is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth. (John 4:24)

  • … is LOVE

2 / Jesus:
  • … is God. (John 1:3)

  • … is the Christ, the Son of the living God.(Matt 16:16)

  • … took the human form form through His birth from the virgin Mary (Matt 1:25)

  • … is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of His being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. (Heb 1:3  NIV)

  • ​… lived a sinless life (1 Pet 2:22)

  • … had to die to rescue us from the slavery of sin, He was crucified But God raised him from the dead (Acts 2:23-24)

  • … After he had provided purification for sins, He sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven. (Heb 1:3 NIV)

  • … will come back to take His church and when Jesus returns, He will separate those who will live with Him forever in heaven from those who will be punished (Matt 25:31-33).

3 / Holy Spirit
  • … is God. (John 1:3)

  • … is our helper and teacher. (John 14:26)

  • ​.… helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words (Rom 8:26) … dwells in us (1 Cor 6:19)

  • … TRINITY: Father , Spirit and Son.  The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all. (2 Cor 13:14)

4 / The Bible
  • … is the written word of God.

  • … is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. (2 Tim 3:16-17 NIV)

  • ​.… is flawless (Ps 18:30 NIV)

  • … is the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit (Eph 6:17)

  • … is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. (Heb 4:12 NIV)


Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture verses are from ESV.

African students with Pastor Thomas

Community Stories

Read what our members have to say about their enriching experiences at Bible Church, Anand.

Jorumy Mwesigwa, Uganda 

"Where Unity of faith in Christ Jesus is revealed, Bible Church, Anand, is really a non-denomination church. Different denominations join in unity, love, faith and glorify the Almighty God together in one accord."

Esther Joseph, South Sudan

"Bible Church, Anand, is truly a home of breakthrough. Through prayers and the word of God I have experience spiritual growth, peace and renewed strength. Glory be to God for his faithfulness and for the Church family."

Hadassah , Andhra Pradesh

"Bible Church, Anand, was my home away from home where I found spiritual growth. The sermons helped me deepen my faith, and I met incredible friends in Christ who supported me every step of the way. The community's love and comfort made me feel part of something bigger."

Questions & Answers

Helpful Info

Explore some common questions about Bible Church, Anand and our online services.

Membership

We welcome born-again Christians to be committed members of the Bible Church, Anand. Members have opportunities to serve the local church in various capacities for mutual edification.

Medium

The Bible Church follows English as the medium of worship and teaching. 

Message

We proclaim the risen Lord Jesus as the Christ (Messiah), the ruler of heaven and earth. We believe in the Triune God as revealed in the holy Bible, which we believe is the divinely inspired word of God.

Never Give Up!

There’s hope—even at the end of the road.

Jeevan Aastha

24x7 Helpline in English & Hindi.

Based in Gandhinagar

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Mon - Sat; 10 am - 8 pm

Eng, Hindi, Guj, Marathi, Mal, Beng, Punj

Map location of Bible Church at Anand

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2-A, Vaibhav Society,

Vallabh Vidyanagar,

Anand 388120 

Gujarat, INDIA

Phone +91-9727226277

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