A New Church in the Heart of Budapest

On the Buda side of the Danube, a new church is taking root in one of Europe’s most strategic centres—a place filled with university students, cultural influence, and tomorrow’s leaders.
On the Buda side of the Danube River, in the heart of Hungary’s capital city, a new church is taking root. This is more than just another Christian gathering—it is a vision to see lives transformed at one of Europe’s most strategic crossroads. Buda, home to a vibrant university community and Hungary’s future leaders, is also a hub of culture and influence across Europe. What happens here echoes far beyond its city limits.
At the centre of this work are Tamás and Virág Győri, faithful Hungarian believers who embody the strength of national leadership. With a heritage of faith stretching back ten generations, Tamás carries the legacy of pastors who persevered under the weight of Communist oppression. His ministry experience spans Bible publishing, large-scale Christian events, and decades of discipling others. Virág, with her editorial leadership and gifts in communication, brings warmth and relational depth that draws women, youth, and families into genuine community.
Together, they are leading this new faith community with a vision for multiplication—reaching students, discipling the next generation, and welcoming seekers into the hope of Christ. Already, fruitful ministries are emerging, with programmes that nurture women, inspire young people, and grow discipleship at every stage of life.
This work, though rooted in local leadership, is strengthened by strategic partnership. Training, financial support, and prayer from ECMI-USA are what make it possible for Tamás and Virág to dedicate themselves fully to this mission. It is a beautiful picture of the body of Christ—nations standing together for the sake of the Gospel in Europe.
The growth of this new church plant is already something to celebrate. In a city known as a cultural centre of Europe, God is raising up a community of hope. Tamás and Virág are faithfully leading, the Spirit is moving, and the future is bright for the church in Budapest.
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