About us
One family, 23 churches
Christ Evangelical Church (HJC) is an evangelical community with a Pentecostal spiritual identity and part of the global World Assemblies of God Fellowship (WAGF).
from 1906 to today
“This is the church of the living God, which is the pillar and foundation of the truth.”
1 Timothy 3:15
Who we are
The church as a family
We believe the church is a family – a place where anyone can come as they are, get to know Jesus and grow in faith together with others.
Our local churches bring together people of different nations and languages – Serbian, Hungarian, Romanian, Roma and Slovak communities. Although we are different, we are one body in Christ, joined by a shared faith, love and mission.
Christ Evangelical Church (HJC) is an evangelical community with a Pentecostal spiritual identity and part of the global World Assemblies of God Fellowship (WAGF). It is also a member of the Pentecostal European Fellowship (PEF).
1906
start of the spiritual revival in Beška
23
local churches in Serbia
17
mission stations
5
languages of worship
We preach the Gospel
The message of Jesus Christ is at the center of everything we do.
We build healthy churches
Safe and encouraging communities where people grow in faith.
We serve people
We help those in need – material, emotional and spiritual.
We equip ministers
We train preachers, missionaries and leaders for ministry.
Camp in Ada, 1969 – from the HJC archive
Our story
120 years of faithfulness
Our roots go back to the Pentecostal revival of the early 20th century, when believers in Vojvodina gathered in homes for prayer and Bible reading.
1906
Revival in Beška
Besides regular services, believers gather in homes for prayer and study of the Scriptures.
1907
First baptisms in the Holy Spirit
The first experiences of baptism in the Holy Spirit are recorded among believers in Srem.
1936
First church in Subotica
Subotica becomes one of the important centers of the movement.
1950
Registration of the community
On 28 August the church is registered as Christ’s Spiritual Church.
1964
A new name
Christ’s Spiritual Evangelical Church.
Today
Christ Evangelical Church
23 local churches and 17 mission stations, a member of WAGF and PEF.
Our faith
What we believe
Holy Scripture is the inspired Word of God and our final authority in matters of faith and life. Our 19-point statement of faith is built on it.
01
The Eternal Godhead
One true and living God, who has revealed Himself as Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
02
The Lord Jesus Christ
The eternal Son of God, born of the Virgin Mary, who died for us and rose bodily.
03
The Holy Spirit
Ever present – convicting, renewing and guiding believers into all truth.
04
Holy Scripture
The Bible is the inspired, infallible Word of God and our final authority.
05
The Devil
The devil is a personal being who seeks to destroy faith in Jesus Christ.
06
The Fall of Man
God created man righteous, but man sinned by his own will.
07
Atonement
Christ’s death on the cross provided complete atonement for the sins of the world.
08
Salvation
Received through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ – it is the new birth.
09
The Church
The Body of Christ, called to fulfil the Great Commission.
10
Water baptism
By immersion, for all who have repented and believed in Christ.
11
The Lord’s Supper
Communion of born-again Christians – a source of blessing and spiritual strength.
12
Baptism in the Holy Spirit
Power to be effective witnesses for Christ.
13
Ministry gifts
Apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers (Ephesians 4:11-13).
14
Spiritual gifts
The nine supernatural gifts of the Spirit are at work today (1 Corinthians 12:8-10).
15
Divine healing
God still heals today – through the work of Christ’s cross and resurrection.
16
The Second Coming of Christ
Jesus Christ will return in person to gather His people.
17
The Millennium
Christ’s thousand-year reign on earth.
18
Judgment of the wicked
Eternal punishment for those who willfully reject God’s love.
19
The Nicene Creed
We accept the common Christian confession of faith.
The Nicene Creed
“We believe in one God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible…”
Leadership
HJC Board of Elders
A shared eldership, led by the superintendent as first among equals.
Superintendent – President
Jovica Popov
Jovica Popov has been married to his wife Tatjana since 1997 and is the father of three children.
In Christ Evangelical Church he has served as minister in Zrenjanin since 2003, and as an HJC elder since 2011.
Since 2021 he has served as superintendent and president of Christ Evangelical Church, as first among equals in the shared eldership of HJC.
Elder
Atila Holo
Atila Holo has been married to his wife Beata since 1997 and is the father of three children.
In Christ Evangelical Church he has served as minister in Ada since 2003, and as an HJC elder since 2021.
Elder
Arnold Šetet
Arnold Šetet has been married to his wife Angela since 2005 and is the father of two children.
In Christ Evangelical Church he has served as minister in Subotica since 2020, and as an HJC elder since 2021.
Elder
Aleksandar Kalko
Aleksandar Kalko has been married to his wife Karolina since 1999. He is the father of four children, and together with his wife they provide a home and care for three more children through foster care.
In Christ Evangelical Church he has served as minister in Pivnice since 2005. He served as an HJC elder from 2011 to 2021 and was elected to the eldership again in 2026, where he serves today.
Elder and Secretary
Miroslav Čobrda
Miroslav Čobrda has been married to his wife Miluška since 2004 and is the father of two daughters.
In Christ Evangelical Church he has served as minister in Pivnice since 2005, and as an HJC elder and secretary since 2011.
HJC Board of Elders · term 2026–2031
Previous terms of the eldership
Term 2021–2026
Term 2011–2021
Come and meet us
There is always room for you in one of our 23 churches. Find the community nearest to you or write to us.