History
Sharon Pentecostal Church was founded by Rev. P.J. Thomas in Kerala, India, during the early 1950s. While teaching Comparative Religion at Wheaton College in the United States, Rev. Thomas felt a divine calling to return to India. He settled in Thiruvalla, Kerala, after purchasing property that would become the Sharon compound. Over time, members who had emigrated to the United Kingdom sought a more structured organization and fellowship.
The Sharon Pentecostal Church UK began with a small group of believers at the 2006 Sharon Conference of United Kingdom Keralites. They prayed and decided to establish Sharon Pentecostal Churches in various UK cities to glorify God. The mission of SFCUK is to fulfill the Great Commission of Jesus Christ (Matthew 28:18-20) through evangelism, church planting, missionary work, and the promotion of charitable and educational activities both in the UK and internationally. Currently, there are SFCUK-affiliated churches across the United States as well.
Following the passing of Rev. P.J. Thomas, Rev. Dr. T.G. Koshy served as President for seventeen years, continuing the church's growth and expansion. The organization is now led by Rev. P.J. Thomas’s son, Rev. John Thomas. Sharon Pentecostal Church UK is overseen by Pr. Samkutty Pappachen (President) and his team.
Our Approach
In addition to the established presence in the UK and the US, Sharon Pentecostal Church is now extending its reach to New Zealand. The new branch aims to serve the spiritual needs of the growing Indian Christian community in New Zealand, providing a place of worship, fellowship, and community support.
The Sharon Pentecostal Church New Zealand will adhere to the core mission of fulfilling the Great Commission by engaging in evangelism, church planting, and missionary work. It will also focus on charitable and educational activities, aiming to make a positive impact on the local community.
Along with local leaders, is dedicated to ensuring that the new branch in New Zealand embodies the same spirit of faith, service, and community that has defined Sharon Pentecostal Church since its inception. The New Zealand branch will offer regular worship services, Bible studies, youth and children's ministries, and community outreach programs.
With the establishment of the New Zealand branch, Sharon Pentecostal Church continues to expand its global footprint, bringing the message of hope and salvation to new regions and fostering a worldwide network of believers united in their faith and mission.
At Sharon Pentecostal Church, we are passionately committed to the Pentecostal tradition of worshipping Jesus Christ in spirit and in truth. We strive to uplift, empower, and actively engage our community while extending our reach globally, all in service to Christ.
