6 churches with English services for foreigners in Seoul

Religion in Korea is characterized by a rise of Christianity, a revival of Buddhism, and despite decades of suppression, the survival of shamanism. Regardless of their differences, it is safe to say that each of these religions, as well as their respective places of worship, are beautiful in their own way.

However, are you foreigner and wondering that they have any churches with English services there? Do not worry, here is a list of churches with English-services to help you keep connecting with God while being in Korea.

Seoul Sung Rak Church

Seoul Sung Rak Church is a Baptist church that provides services on Sundays in Korean, English, French, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish and Russian. The church also organizes international chapel and Bible study at 2 pm. The church is located in Guro-gu, near Sindorim Station, Guro Station, or Dorimcheon Station.

Seoul International Catholic Church

Seoul International Catholic Church, also called St. Francis Catholic International Parish is located in Hannam-dong, next to the Italian embassy and near Hangangjin Station. The masses are officiated in several languages like English, French, Italian, German, Spanish and Korean.

Seoul Anglican Cathedral

The Seoul Anglican Cathedral is a beautiful cathedral, like one could see in Europe. It is located next to the British Embassy, near City Hall Station. Sunday Service with Holy Communion is held every Sunday in the Seoul Anglican Cathedral Crypt. The church can also be visited from Monday to Saturday.

Yeoksam Catholic Church

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Yeoksam Catholic Church is located near Yeoksam Station in Gangnam.  Most services are offered in Korean, but they have a special mass on Sunday mornings for English speakers. The church also offers an English Bible study and confessions before and after the mass.

Onnuri Church

Onnuri Church is located near Seobinggo Station (Gyeongui Jungang line) in Yonsang-gu, Seoul. There is a second church in Yangjae, Seocho-gu, Seoul. The church offers worship services on Sundays in different languages, such as English, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, Mongol, Russian, Nepali, Arabian, Filipino, Khmer,  and Sinhala. Onnuri Church also has different services for adults, infants, children, and youth.

SaRang Church (New Harvest Ministry)

SaRang Church is a non-denominational church just near Seocho Station. The New Harvest Ministry is the English ministry of SaRang Church. The ministry offers several services, for adults as well as youth and children, such as mass, bible reading plan, discipleship training, and more. The services are held in Korean, English, Japanese, and Chinese.

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