Who we are

REAL CHURCH, REAL PEOPLE, REAL SIMPLE

Real Church
At all Nations, it’s all about Jesus and being His church, it’s not about an organization.  It’s about connecting with Jesus in ministry to our world today.  Jesus is the chief cornerstone and every living stone that is built on that foundation will have the values and DNA of Him who died on the cross.

Real People
We encourage each other to develop a real relationship with Jesus – this is the basis of everything we do in life.  As real people we draw on the grace of God which is sufficient for every challenge we face. We are not achievers but receivers. As real people we learn and grow in community.  It’s where we discover and use God’s gifts to serve others.

Real Simple
We do not defend man-made traditions; we need nothing more than the Bible and nothing less. We are not called to follow every wind of doctrine; we are called to follow the Good Shepherd, that’s what sheep do. Our hearts’ response is to rejoice in His presence and worship Him. Let’s keep it simple.

 

Leadership Team:

Our leadership team recognizes the authority of God, and realizes that we are shepherds who serve under the Chief Shepherd, Jesus Christ. We desire to devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the Word. Our passion and goal is to equip believers for the work of the ministry, until we all attain maturity in the fullness of Christ.

Volker & Esther, 

Lead Eldership Couple

 

Volker Backhaus, our visionary elder has led All Nations for over 34 years. Married to his wife, Esther, for 40 years, they have 3 children and 2 grandchildren. Volker and Esther have nurtured All Nations into the family church it is today.

 

Gideon & Anneke,

Eldership Couple

 

Gideon and Anneke Joubert are married with two wonderful children and became elders at All Nations 3 years ago. With their fresh enthusiasm and willingness to get stuck in, they are an integral part of the body.

 

Manfred & Dunja,

Eldership Couple

Manfred and Dunja Manchen and their two lovely daughters have been part of the All Nations family for many years. Their warmth and excitement, especially Manfred’s heart after God, continues to  inspire us all.