Church History

Larbert Pentecostal Church has been in existence for around 80 years, having been pioneered by the late Pastor H. W. Evans. The first building was opened by Sir Ian Bolton on 22nd March 1922. After a  temporary relocation due to development, the present site was purchased and a building erected with the full backing of the local ministers in 1954. One of the guest preachers that day was the internationally known "Apostle of Balance" Donald Gee who was pastoring in Edinburgh at the time. Donald Gee frequently ministered in Larbert.

The building was extended during the ministry of Pastor Moonie, and then  in 1996 under the leadership of Michael Rollo the building was practically rebuilt, the seating capacity was increased, and a small creche and disabled access/toilet were added.

Larbert Pentecostal Church is in fellowship with, and subscribes to the Statement of Faith of the Assemblies of God in Great Britain and Ireland, which is a group of around 650 Churches. There are Assemblies of God fellowships in most countries of the world with membership well into millions. The Church is also a member of the Evangelical Alliance.

The name Pentecostal comes from the Jewish feast of Pentecost. It was during the Jewish feast of Pentecost that the Holy Spirit came upon the early disciples. Today approximately 200 people would consider Larbert Pentecostal Church as their home church, however nearer 250-300 different people come through the doors to attend the various activities offered in the weekly programme. The Assemblies of God is part of the worldwide Pentecostal movement, which now forms one of the largest  sections of the Christian Church.

Pentecostal Churches emphasise the need for the miraculous, life transforming power of the Holy Spirit to be at work in the Church and in the world today. The rapid growth of the Pentecostal Movement,with an estimated several hundred million adherents, is largely due to this emphasis. The founder Pastor was well known in the community for the "gift of healing" with several testifying to being healed through prayer in the Name of Jesus. Still today the Church believes in the miraculous power of God and several members of the present congregation have experienced both the saving and healing power of Christ.

Believers are encouraged to glorify God in their daily lives.  Large sections of the meetings are given to praising God and to expounding the work of God.  The preaching is motivational and inspirational, encouraging believers to develop their true potential for the Lord.  Regular seminars including those conducted by visiting ministers aim to develop gifts and talents. Church services encourage congregational participation and the Gifts of the Spirit are regularly manifested.  The worship, aided by several gifted musicians, includes the singing of many contemporary Christian songs.