Iglesia Ni Cristo

The Iglesia Ni Cristo, known as the Church of Christ, began in the Philippines over a century ago. Since its official registration on July 27, 1914, it has grown from a small group in Manila to a global organization. The Church bases all its teachings and practices on the Bible. Members believe in one true God, have faith in Jesus Christ as the Son of God, and aim to follow God’s commandments in their daily lives. The Church emphasizes unity in doctrine, disciplined worship, and service to the community. Over time, it has expanded into 168 countries and territories, welcoming members from many cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

The first congregation gathered in Punta, Sta. Ana, Manila, under the leadership of Brother Felix Y. Manalo. From these beginnings, Iglesia Ni Cristo spread steadily across the Philippine islands. By the time Brother Felix Manalo passed away in 1963, the Church had established congregations in many provinces, and its presence had become firmly rooted in the country.

After Brother Felix Manalo’s passing, his son, Brother Eraño G. Manalo, took on the leadership role. His time as Executive Minister saw the Church extend its reach beyond the Philippines. 1968, Iglesia Ni Cristo opened its first overseas congregations in Hawaii and California. The growth continued throughout the following decades. Congregations began to form in cities such as New York and Toronto and in regions including Europe, where London hosted the first congregation in 1972. Australia and parts of Asia also became home to new Iglesia Ni Cristo congregations. Africa joined the Church’s expanding network in 1978, with congregations established in Nigeria and South Africa.

During the 1980s and 1990s, the Church’s global mission reached further. Scandinavian countries became part of the Church’s areas of worship, and Latin American regions followed, including a congregation in Cuba. Significant cities such as Jerusalem, Rome, and Athens also became places where members gathered to worship. By the early 2000s, the Church had entered South America, adding to its growing network in Brazil and Peru. Brother Eraño Manalo’s leadership ended in 2009 when the Church was in over half of the world’s regions.

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