Hope, Healing, and Growth in Barcelona
miércoles 14 enero 2026 11:22 Something is happening in a church in Barcelona—something gentle, hopeful, and hard to ignore. Andy and Andrea Warner have been watching how quiet healing, honest searching, and unexpected growth are transforming people's lives.
In Spanish terms, our church, La Vinya Barcelona, is big! On a typical Sunday morning we’re about 400 people, mainly native Spanish (or Catalan!), with a few internationals like us. For several years we’ve been functioning primarily as a ‘hospital’ church, caring for many—mainly believers—who have arrived at our doorstep, and watching the Holy Spirit bring transformation and healing to broken lives.
Alongside our Sunday meetings we have about 30 home groups scattered across the wider Barcelona area where people meet, eat, and get to know Jesus and His Family more. We also run a wide variety of ministries, such as a clothes and shower service for people in vulnerable conditions, a homework club for children at risk of social exclusion, and a street evangelism team that shares Jesus and invites people to experience Him and His Kingdom in real and relevant ways.
With awe and excitement at what we’re seeing Jesus do among us, our church is preparing to transition into a multi-site church—one church with two sites. In 2026 we plan to open the second site in a town called Sant Feliu, sharing resources with the current site while creating space for newcomers, opportunities for new leadership, and a localised expression of the church.
Our senior pastor openly recognises that the church in Spain struggles to connect with native Spaniards. But, as we believe is happening in other places around the world, the younger generation in particular is looking for meaning and identity, and we are excited to equip younger people, including many raised here in Catalunya.
—Andy and Andrea Warner, ECM workers in Spain
Stories from Europe > 2026
mayo
- 27/5/2026 27/5/26, 12:51 - Churches Unite in Leiria
- 20/5/2026 20/5/26, 12:38 - A Life Saved
- 13/5/2026 13/5/26, 12:34 - The Sun Shines for Irene
- 6/5/2026 6/5/26, 12:05 - A Place for Everyone — Rethinking Ministry Together
abril
- 29/4/2026 29/4/26, 13:34 - Faith from the Ruins
- 22/4/2026 22/4/26, 13:06 - Faithful Presence
- 14/4/2026 14/4/26, 12:52 - Searching for Hope
- 8/4/2026 8/4/26, 12:42 - Called? Keep going!
- 1/4/2026 1/4/26, 12:23 - The Triumph of the Cross
marzo
- 25/3/2026 25/3/26, 11:31 - Claremorris Church Opens Its Doors
- 18/3/2026 18/3/26, 10:55 - Step Into Mission: Opportunities Across Europe
- 4/3/2026 4/3/26, 12:27 - Women of Faith
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- 25/2/2026 25/2/26, 11:48 - A Church Takes Root
- 18/2/2026 18/2/26, 12:05 - Encouraging Growth in Portugal
- 11/2/2026 11/2/26, 13:17 - The Heavens Declare
- 4/2/2026 4/2/26, 12:48 - New Neighbours
enero
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Churches Unite in Leiria
mayo - 27 - 2026 12:51 More than 200 believers from 12 churches and 9 mission organisations joined together in Portugal’s Leiria region for two days of evangelism, prayer, and outreach — with around 700 people approached and 40 decisions for Christ reported. Seguir leyendoA Life Saved
mayo - 20 - 2026 12:38 What began as a soup kitchen relationship became something far more urgent. When Mr. Dumitru’s life was at risk, ECMI workers refused to give up — advocating, praying, and walking with him until the moment that changed everything. Seguir leyendoThe Sun Shines for Irene
mayo - 13 - 2026 12:34 After years of searching — through religion, spirituality, and personal pain — Irene reached a point where she didn’t want to go on. But a simple online search connected her with an ECMI couple whose open table became the place where everything began to change. Seguir leyendoA Place for Everyone — Rethinking Ministry Together
mayo - 06 - 2026 12:05 Across Europe, many live unseen — shaped by disability, anxiety, or neurodivergence. As followers of Jesus, we are learning to notice, to listen, and to create spaces where everyone belongs. Seguir leyendoFaith from the Ruins
abril - 29 - 2026 13:34 When war tore through Irpin, life was shattered. Yet even amid war, God’s work continues—lives changed, churches planted, and hope restored. Discover the story. Seguir leyendoFaithful Presence
abril - 22 - 2026 13:06 Mission in Europe often moves slowly, but God works in unseen ways. This story from Austria reminds us that faithful, patient love can transform lives — even when change seems invisible. Seguir leyendoSearching for Hope
abril - 14 - 2026 12:52 Across Europe, many people are searching for meaning, identity, and hope. Behind the statistics are real lives. Meet Sander. Seguir leyendoCalled? Keep going!
abril - 08 - 2026 12:42 Sensing God’s call to mission can be both thrilling and daunting. Anna’s journey back to Romania reminds us that when God calls, He provides — and you are never alone. Seguir leyendoThe Triumph of the Cross
abril - 01 - 2026 12:23 As we approach Easter, we remember the Cross — the moment that changed eternity — and give thanks to Jesus, the King of kings. Seguir leyendoClaremorris Church Opens Its Doors
marzo - 25 - 2026 11:31 What began as a small gathering in a town hall has become something far greater. On 21 March 2026, the growing church in Claremorris, County Mayo, celebrated the official opening of its very first building — a powerful milestone and a testament to God’s faithfulness. Seguir leyendoStep Into Mission: Opportunities Across Europe
marzo - 18 - 2026 10:55 What could your next step in mission look like? Across Europe, doors are open for you to serve, grow, and make a meaningful impact. Whether you’re exploring a short-term experience or sensing a longer-term call, there are opportunities waiting where your gifts can make a real difference. Seguir leyendoWomen of Faith
marzo - 04 - 2026 12:27 This March, we celebrate the incredible women serving in mission — women who lift God’s name high, shine His light, and make a difference across Europe. Seguir leyendoA Church Takes Root
febrero - 25 - 2026 11:48 In the fast-paced rhythm of Budapest, a new church is taking root. Through patient relationship-building and creative outreach, Tamás and Virág are seeing lives changed and a vibrant community begin to grow. Seguir leyendoEncouraging Growth in Portugal
febrero - 18 - 2026 12:05 There are hopeful signs of growth in Portugal, as new data reveals a significant rise in church planting across the country — a reminder that God is at work, often in ways we may not immediately see. Read on to see what God is doing! Seguir leyendoThe Heavens Declare
febrero - 11 - 2026 13:17 Berlin Psalm Project’s second album is here! Experience the Psalms like never before, with jazz-inspired arrangements that stir the soul. Seguir leyendoNew Neighbours
febrero - 04 - 2026 12:48 What does it mean to leave a familiar, supportive Christian environment and move to a place where the gospel is rarely heard? Last August, Edward and Trix Landman took that step together with their children. Now, a year later, they look back on their first experiences. Seguir leyendoJoin God’s Story in Europe
enero - 28 - 2026 17:24 At ECM, our work is more than programmes and projects—it’s about people, and ultimately, it’s about God, at work in and through us. Every time a believer is equipped, a community is connected, or a disciple is multiplied, it is His Spirit moving, using us as instruments for His glory. Seguir leyendoA New Beginning in Frankfurt
enero - 21 - 2026 14:12 In one of Germany’s largest cities, a new church-plant is emerging through prayer, presence, and trust in God’s leading—bringing hope to the Oberrad community. Seguir leyendo
