Brief History

There was a long felt need to have an English Congregation Church in Kohima with evangelical and sound doctrinal standing where people irrespective of their ethnic, linguistic and cultural background could come together for worship. This felt need was realised with the founding of City Church in July 2000 through the initiative of a few likeminded families. City Church became an Associate member of NBCC in February 2007. Over the years, the diversity in background and community of its members has added flavour and richness to the fellowship.

Located in the heart of Kohima, City Church seeks to cater to the spiritual needs of its worshippers. The Lordship of Christ and the centrality of the Word occupy central stage in the life and ministry of the Church. All activities of the church focus towards fulfilling the fivefold aim of Worship, Evangelism, Fellowship, Discipleship and Mission. Since 2009, the ministry of the church has been centralised by bringing the various departments under one administrative umbrella of the church. Besides ensuring better coordination, this system has built a greater sense of belonging in the body of Christ. Nowhere is this more evident than in seeing the children look forward to the Sunday School classes, the youth studying the Word and taking up challenges in translating them in their context. Beside praying and studying the Word together, the Women’s group visits homes for fellowship to strengthen their bond in Christ and to be spiritually enriched their Bible study groups.