When you arrive please feel free to head to our cafe and grab a tea or a coffee.  

We believe that who you are on the inside is more important than how you look on the outside.  So please come as you are and don't feel any pressure to dress up!  Come dressed casual and comfortable.  

You will experience people who love Jesus and who love to worship!  You'll experience a full worship band who love to celebrate all that God has done.  

Sunday morning worship begins at 11:00 am.

If you have any questions please feel free to call us at 709-256-4762 or email us at epc@evangelgander.ca.

We'd love for you to introduce yourself to one of our welcome team who are there to help if you need anything. 

We'd love for you to introduce yourself to one of our welcome team or feel free to go by the welcome desk for a free "goodie" bag with information about all that Evangel has to offer.  

History of Evangel

Evangel's story began in 1942 in Gander, where a small group of believers, led by Robert Chalk and his wife, began gathering for worship and prayer in their home. Their numbers grew and by 1946, they held their first official church service in the Entertainment Building #75 on the American side, with 50-60 attendees. The early members of the church would even clean up the aftermath of the previous night's parties to prepare the space for worship. Despite their modest beginnings, their legacy lives on today...anything done for God's glory endures.

In the 1950s, when the townsite relocated, these believers, trusting in faith, built the first official church with only $50 in their bank account. The church, costing $25,000 and built with hard work and determination, served the congregation for many years until they outgrew it. The church then moved to 59 Elizabeth Drive, where it grew into a family-oriented, community-focused church. As the congregation continued to grow, the church expanded, with walls torn down and additional spaces built to accommodate the needs.

In 2009, under the leadership of Pastor Ralph Benson, the church began to make plans and pursue a larger building project to better serve the community. After nine years of overcoming challenges, the new building at 130 Magee Road was completed, and in September 2018, the congregation moved to its new and current location. Throughout its history, Evangel has maintained a heart and a focus for people, continually striving to serve others and point people toward Jesus. The church now stands as a testament to God's faithfulness and continues to strive to serve our community with a Heart for People!