About us
The International Christian Fellowship in Lublin is a cross-denominational Christian fellowship for English-speaking people living in Lublin. Although we mainly consist of foreigners residing in Lublin, we are a ministry of a local church, Społeczność Chrześcijańska Centrum. We maintain a cross-denominational profile that respects diverse theological views within the framework of a basic evangelical understanding.
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OUR VISION
Our vision is to serve as a home away from home for international residents in Lublin. We are committed to empowering and equipping people to practice their faith in a way that is both impactful and relevant to the people around them.
LOCAL AFFILIATION
As a fellowship, we are a ministry of a local church called Centrum.
This means that we have both international and local connections.
Our Team.
The leadership team of ICFL is made up of leaders from diverse national backgrounds. This is important to us, as it helps us serve a congregation that represents a wide range of cultures and denominations in the best possible way.
SHORT HISTORY
International Christian Fellowship Lublin (ICFL) was founded in 2014 when Pastor Ronald Gabrielsen and his wife, Kasia, moved to Lublin as missionaries. Prior to their arrival in Lublin, the couple had served as missionaries in Denmark for a decade, where they were involved in church planting and evangelism.
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In its early years, ICFL was a diverse congregation comprising Polish individuals who spoke English, as well as international students. Over time, however, the fellowship began to attract a growing number of students.
The COVID-19 pandemic marked a significant turning point for the church, as a large influx of students from African nations arrived in Lublin. Right after the COVID pandemic, we saw rapid growth in the church's membership, primarily due to the arrival of these new students.
Today, ICFL is predominantly made up of students, the majority of whom hail from various African countries. Nevertheless, our community is a rich tapestry of individuals from diverse nations and continents.