SPAIN

48 Million People

Spain is a country rich in history. It includes rivalling tribes, a united monarchy, muslim takeovers, dictatorships and most recently a constitutional monarchy with multiparty democracy. It´s history includes a counter reformation that hindered the advance of the Gospel during the protestant reformation. Many suffered persecution during the auto de fe or act of faith from the 15th to 19th century. During Franciso Franco´s regime catholicism became the one and only permissible religion. For this and more reason the Spanish people have grown reluctant to engage in religious conversations. Religion rightly so has caused great harm.

YOUR HOST

Lead Pastor

Jonathan Templeton

Lorena (wife) Norah, Alina, Lucas, Zayn, & Owen (children)

Iglesia Evangélica del Sil, Spain

SPIRITUAL DEMOGRAPHICS

According to the Joshua Project 1,6% of the Spanish population claim to be evangelical. This seems to be true in our city context. We have four or five evangelical congregations in our city. They include Reformed baptist, Pentecostal, Korean baptist, Philadelphia Gypsy. Approximately 75% would claim to be Roman Catholic. Like many RC contexts this includes people who are culturally catholic but practically speaking act as if God does not exist. They may even believe that God does not exist but value the cultural and traditional practice of RC. Another 20% are non-religious. Buddhism seem to be a growing believe system

MINISTRY OUTLOOK

Ponferrada 65,000 people

Iglesia Evangélica del Sil was planted in February 2022

Church website

Our church has begun to grow significantly in the last two years. We began meeting in an apartment and our home. Soon our home became maxed out at 30 gathering. We are now renting a hotel conference room. Our church has purchased plot of land and have presented drawings to our city hall to be approved. Meanwhile we are saving for the construction fo the building.

COUNT ME IN

Acts 29 Europe Vision Trips – Saturday 31 Oct. to Monday 2 Nov.

$500 registration – includes meals, hotel accommodation, ground transportation, including a ride to and from the airport.

Vision Trip Registration

FAQ

Who are these Vision Trips for?

Vision Trips are designed for pastors, elders, and other leaders from Acts 29 U.S. churches who want to explore a potential church-to-church partnership after the conference.

What is the purpose of a Vision Trip?

The goal is to help guests explore a possible church-to-church partnership by spending time with a host church in its local context.

Am I expected to commit to a partnership by coming?

No. A Vision Trip is a season of discernment, not a commitment. Guests are asked to come with serious, prayerful consideration, but there is no expectation or obligation that the trip will result in an official partnership for either the guest or the host church.

What should I expect the trip to look like?

The trip begins immediately after the conference. On Saturday, after the conference ends, you will travel with your host pastor to their city and begin learning the local context. On Sunday, you will attend worship, share meals, hear the story of the church, and meet members and leaders. Monday is typically the day to travel home, though you may choose to extend your trip at your own leisure.

How long is the Vision Trip?

For most guests, the Vision Trip is centered on the days immediately following the conference: Saturday travel, Sunday with the host church, and Monday departure. Some guests may personally choose to stay longer, but the core trip is intentionally short and focused.