Why We Need a Building

The Journey of God’s Provision

As Aydın Kurtuluş Church, our desire is to wisely steward the resources we have and use them for God’s work in Turkey. But the reality is that with our limited means, trying to reach people, pay rent, organize evangelistic events, camps, and prepare lessons often pushed us to the breaking point. There were times when even paying the monthly rent felt like a miracle. The faithful tithes of our members often could not even cover half of it.

In the midst of this pressure—while facing sudden and unfair rent increases from the landlord—the Lord placed an idea in our hearts: a permanent building. Our leaders prayed for months, then shared this vision with the church. The congregation embraced it in faith, putting their hearts on the line. For six months we prayed. Then one day, a church we had never met came to visit us. God moved in their hearts, and they purchased an unused property for us. It was nothing less than the provision of God.

From that moment on, we kept walking by faith. When our church bank account had only a few coins, we stepped out in trust and placed two offering baskets before the congregation: one for regular needs, and one for the building project. In the middle of inflation, poverty, and financial hardship, our brothers and sisters became even more generous. Because in faith we know: “In all things God works for the good of those who love Him.” (Romans 8:28)

Our desire is this: not to remain a community always dependent on outside help, but to become a church rooted and sustained by the faithful tithes of its members. Not struggling endlessly to pay rent, but investing directly into evangelism, discipleship, camps, and ministry.

For us, this building is far more than four walls:

    •    A headquarters where disciples are raised and leaders are equipped.

    •    A home where children, youth, and families grow in Christ.

    •    A launching base for evangelism teams to reach surrounding cities and nations.

    •    A refuge for believers who are cast out of their homes for their faith.

    •    A beacon of hope in the heart of Aydın, declaring that Christ’s church is alive.

We began in faith, and we continue in faith. Now, we invite you to become part of this story. Every gift you give is a brick of faith laid in these walls. Together, we can build more than a building—we can build a lasting witness for Christ in Turkey.