Our History

Evangel Assembly of God had its humble beginnings about seventy years ago in a store-front space on Geer Street in Durham North Carolina and a few years later, moved to a more stable location on Holloway Street. As the congregation grew, the church sought and found its home at its current location on Lynn Road. Throughout the years, the church's focus has been to build God’s Kingdom. Missionaries were sent to different parts of the world where many local and indigenous churches were built. At home, many programs were put in place to educate this generation and the next. It is no wonder that today its leadership and congregants are drawn from all corners of the globe. People from various nations call Evangel Life home. Many have roots in Europe, Canada, US, Central and South America. Likewise, many of her members originate from Southeast Asian countries like the Philippines, Cambodia, China and Korea. Many of African origin also abound in the congregation.

Evangel is a sanctuary in more ways than one. The Word of God is preached, the love of Jesus Christ is shared, the leadership and presence of the Holy Spirit is also very welcome. What started as a fledgling group somewhere in a downtown Durham store front, has grown into a vibrant, diverse and passionate flock with a heart for God. With His continued help, the church will continue to thrive - Evangel Life.