Gossner Evangelical Lutheran Church in RANCHI (GELC) is a major Christan Protestant denomination in India. It has hundreds of thousands of members.It was established on 2 November 1845.It belongs to National Council of Churches in India, United Evangelical Lutheran Church in India, Lutheran World Federation and World Council of Churches.It is led by Moderator Bishop Johann Dang. It is one of the three Lutheran denominations in northeast India along with the Bodo Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Northern Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Very beautiful. Gossner Evangelical Lutheran Church is the first church in Chhotanagpur. Its head office is located at "Central Council" Main Road Ranchi. The church campus has education centers such as Gossner College, Gossner High School and Middle School, Elizabeth High School, Bethesda High School and Middle School, Bethesda M.Ed College, Bethesda Elementary Teacher Training School, Gossner Theological College etc. Under this church is the GEL Church Shopping Complex which is the pride of Ranchi.

Gossner Evangelical Lutheran Church is a major Christian Protestant denomination in India. It has hundreds of thousands of members.It was established on 2 Nov 1845. It belongs to National Council of Churches in India, United Evangelical Lutheran Church in India, Lutheran World Federation and World Council of Churches. Its headquarters presently located in Ranchi, (Jharkhand). It is one of the largest and widespread Lutheran Churches in India.

One of the oldest church of Ranchi............this church was build by the britishers......in the 1800s..........it's GEL church ...........the church is located just near Gossner College Ranchi...................you can go and pray here for all you need....................the place is very neat and clean.................. request you all to keep it clean whenever you visit there..............................

There are many schools of thought about the origin of Christianity in India. Some claim it is through St. Thomas who came to India in 52 A.D. Others claim that a Syrian merchant, Thomas of Cana, came to Travancore in Kerala and established a Christian colony there. Despite debates, India stands among the earliest countries where Christianity spread. Christian missionaries, sent to different states, not only spread the faith but also contributed to education, healthcare, and social services. As of the 2011 census, Jharkhand ranks among the top states in India with over 14.2 lakh Christian population. Christianity's origin in Jharkhand dates back to 1765 when the British entered from the Singhbum-Manbhum side. Conversion in Jharkhand traces back to the mid-19th century when Johannes Evangelista Gossner (founder of Gossner Mission) sent 4 missionaries from Germany to Myanmar. They reached Kolkata in 1845 and stayed there for some time, where they got to know about the rising influence of American Baptist Missionaries in Myanmar. They also met with some laborers from Ranchi and got to know about the people of Chhota Nagpur. They changed their plan and headed for Chhotanagpur and its main town, Ranchi. They arrived in Ranchi on November 2, 1845, and camped on what is now called the 'Bethesda Ground'. The initial baptism happened on June 25, 1846, with Martha and other orphan children. The conversions accelerated in just two decades starting in 1850, involving Oraons, Mundas, Bengalese Kharias, and a Ho family. In the meantime, Adivasi Christians from Ranchi were taken to Assam, Siliguri, and Jalpaiguri as tea garden workers, known as Tea Tribes. This expansion of the GEL Church extended from Ranchi to Assam and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. The current structure, named Christ Church, was built in 1855 and funded with ₹13,000 sent by Johannes Evangelista Gossner. This makes it the oldest church in Jharkhand. The church's architecture is Roman, resembling a post-Renaissance European Protestant church. It is reported that during 1857 revolt, the church was attacked by Indian soldiers. The church was hit by four cannon balls, and the marks are still visible today. Today the church oversees five dioceses and has around 500,000 members spread across various states and cities. Beyond its spiritual mission, GELC actively contributes to education, healthcare, and social services.

In the heart of the MG road of capital. Worship place for Gossner followers.Beautiful church of British build.Prayers on Sunday 6 a.m, 8a.m,11 a.m & 2 p.m.

The oldest church of Ranchi City. Standing proud and strong.

Gossner Evangelical Lutheran Church in Chotanagpur & Assam is a Lutheran church located in Ranchi, India. It is one of the oldest churches in the city, and is known for its beautiful architecture and its welcoming community. The structure of the church💒 is very good. Neat and clean place. Also keeps historical significances. Easily accessible in all weather. Easy to notice in 🚦traffic. The church was founded in 1845 by German missionaries, and has played an important role in the development of Christianity in Ranchi. Today, the church is a thriving community of over 10,000 members. The church offers a variety of services and programs for its members, including Sunday worship services, Bible studies, and youth groups. The church also has a strong social outreach program, and provides assistance to the poor and needy in the community. The church is located at H.R.D.C., Premises, G.E.L. Church Compound, Mahatma Gandhi Main Rd, Kanka, Ranchi, Jharkhand 834001, India. It is open to the public, and visitors are welcome to attend any of the church's services or programs. Hence one can say ;This is a beautiful church with a welcoming community. The services are inspiring. The pastor is very knowledgeable and the sermons too. The music is also beautiful. The place to worship. Overall, Gossner Evangelical Lutheran Church in Chotanagpur & Assam is a great place to worship. It is a welcoming community with a variety of services and programs to offer its members. Happy journey...... Stay tunned.....

Peaceful place.

This church is historis church when world war happened here a artaalary fire the target the church here in wall the troop gola is fix for see the people what happens before you I ranhi people say he mudla girga

The oldest church in Ranchi..... If you love architecture then you will love visiting this place. Obviously, it isn't open everyday.

Gossner Evangelical Lutheran Church is the first church of Chotanagpur. It was established on 2 November 1845 AD. Its head office "Central Council" is located at Main Road Ranchi. There is an education center in the church premises such as Gossner College, Gossner High School and Middle School, Elizabeth High School, Bethesda High School and Middle School, Bethesda MEd College, Bethesda Primary Teachers Training School, Gossner Theological College etc. Many people are blessed with this church and are progressing spiritually and educationally. GEL church Shopping Complex is under this church which is the pride of Ranchi. The contribution of the Church is commendable in education, social, political, spiritual and other fields.

Very Beautiful and oldest church of Ranchi .It's a British era Protestant church.

Very old church. And I am proud to be called Gossneralians.

Its one of the Biggest Churches in Ranchi . The Mass organised here is very particular and clean and organised .The Christmas Mass was very well organised and beautiful. Its one if the oldest churches . It is well maintained and clean . You should visit once even if you're not a Christian. Parking charges apply outside the church .

Good place. The oldest church in the region constructed in 1845 by German missionaries. Worth a visit!

Very old church. Nice choir service .. it is a must visit place in Ranchi. Went there for a marriage and I was very happy to see the architecture and sorrounding.

Have a visit to this church. Good to have prayer here. Feels nice. Good ambience. Parking is also available.

Thes Is Wonderful Church, So meny believers sre Worship There.

It's a heritage Church with lots of memories.

Very old historical church

Nice place

Gossner Evangelical Lutheran Church in Chotanagpur and Assam (GELC) is a major Christian Protestant denomination in India. It has hundreds of thousands of members.[1] It was established on 2 November 1845.[2] It belongs to National Council of Churches in India, United Evangelical Lutheran Church in India, Lutheran World Federation and World Council of Churches.[1] It is led by Moderator Bishop Johann Dang.[3] It is one of the three Lutheran denominations in northeast India along with the Bodo Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Northern Evangelical Lutheran Church

That isa place of worship.

Nice church . Do visit