WEBA - A Community of Faith and Fellowship
Built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus as the chief cornerstone
"Christ Jesus himself being the chief cornerstone, built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets." - Ephesians 2:20
As God gave inspiration to the Shalem Telugu Worship Home in Domlur, and as they were praying for the expansion of the church ministry, the beloved people made great efforts to find a suitable place for gathering in the Marathahalli and Whitefield areas.
As a result of nearly 2 years of prayer and effort, God opened doors to start the ministry in the Whitefield area, on the campus of St. Joseph's Convent. Sis. Arogyam, the in-charge of the Kannada school, cooperated by providing one classroom for worship and another room for Sunday School, covering the monthly maintenance and other expenses, thus enabling them to gather as a church.
By the grace of the Lord, gospel meetings were conducted starting from November 2014, marking the beginning of public ministry in the Whitefield area.
On February 8, 2015, they began gathering as a church and breaking bread. Man of God, Varaprasad Reddy garu, was invited to this worship meeting. This new assembly was named "WhiteField Ebenezar Brethren Assembly (WEBA)."
The assembly started with 5 families sent from the Shalem Telugu Worship Home (STWH) church:
At the same time, Bro. John Timothy's family came from Chennai and joined the local church fellowship. May glory be to the Lord because of these first families!
With Christ as the Head, both STWH and WEBA assemblies continue to work together smoothly in the ministry. All praise to the Father God for the unity granted by the Spirit!
For the local church ministry, Bro. Srinivas, Bro. John Timothy, and Bro. Praveen were appointed as deacons to assist Elder Bro. James. Fellowship gatherings for community spread, monthly Gospel gatherings, and ministry to reach families have been started. Elder Bro. Abraham's family was sent through the Domlur assembly and carried out the local church ministry.
The way the Domlur church bore the burden for the growth of the assembly, both in the ministry of the Word and in every financial need, is truly exemplary. We can never forget their love.
Based on the need, subsequently, the 'Youth Meeting' and 'Sisters' Ministry' were started.
As the church grew, the gathering place became cramped, so an old lab room on the same campus was renovated, and they started gathering there from August 8, 2018. This provided space for about 80 people to gather. Thanks to God, who granted the convent management a good heart. May God give them a suitable reward!
According to God's leading and the consultation of the elders of both churches in 2019, Bro. Joseph's family was appointed to serve in the Whitefield assembly, and Bro. Abraham's family was appointed to continue the ministry back in the Domlur assembly.
Bro. John Timothy, who was zealously continuing in the Lord's work, was called to the Lord's presence in December 2020. This separation created a void in the ministry and caused great sorrow to the entire church. Thanks to the comforting God, who comforted the family and the church.
By the grace of God, many families joined the church. As the church grew and the ministry expanded, Bro. Srinivas and Bro. Praveen were appointed as Elders, and Bro. Paul Benjamin, Bro. Silas Rondla, and Bro. Immanuel were appointed as Deacons. By the grace of God, they are continuing in the ministry.
"...Then had the churches rest throughout all Judaea and Galilee and Samaria, and were edified; and walking in the fear of the Lord, and in the comfort of the Holy Ghost, were multiplied." - Acts 9:31
Again, when the place became cramped, God gave the convent management a good heart and granted grace to expand the space. Consequently, there is now room for about 120 people to gather and worship.
Ways we gather and serve together
Join us every Sunday for worship, prayer, and teaching from God's Word. Our services are designed to honor God and encourage believers in their faith journey.
Regular Bible study sessions where we dive deep into Scripture, learn together, and apply God's Word to our daily lives.
Weekly prayer gatherings where we lift up our community, nation, and world to God in prayer.
Engaging programs and activities designed to help young people grow in their faith and build lasting friendships.
Age-appropriate teaching and activities to help children learn about Jesus and grow in their faith.
Outreach programs and service opportunities to demonstrate God's love to our community.