ACC Origins

The Apostolic Christian Church originated in Switzerland and was established in the 1830s by Swiss clergyman Samuel Froehlich. Initially named Evangelische Taufgesinnte, which translates to Evangelical Baptists, the group diverged from the established state church of Switzerland in two primary aspects:

1. They were part of the Anabaptist movement, advocating for the baptism of believers rather than infants who lacked understanding of the faith.
2. They adhered to a Peace tradition, akin to the Mennonites, promoting non-violent resolutions to political issues and abstaining from bearing arms in warfare.

The first members migrated to the United States in 1847, forming the initial Evangelical Baptist congregations in New York State. To avoid confusion with the already established Baptist denomination, the movement’s name evolved from Evangelical Baptist to Christian Apostolic, and eventually to Apostolic Christian Church (Nazarean).

Our purpose is to minister the Bible – the Word of God – to children, youth and adults. We believe it is God’s authoritative message to man, presenting Jesus Christ as the Way, the Truth, and the Life.