Welcome to St. Paul's Tamil Church CNI, Sharjah
A place to worship. A family to belong to. A community to serve.
St. Paul’s Tamil Church CNI, Sharjah is a welcoming Tamil-speaking Christian congregation of the Church of North India (CNI), Diocese of Bombay, established on 1 September 2007.
From our humble beginnings, God has graciously led us to grow into a loving fellowship of families, children, youth and adults from across the Northern Emirates.
At St. Paul’s, we seek to worship God, grow in His Word, build meaningful fellowship, and serve others in Christ’s love. Through our worship services, prayer meetings, children’s and youth ministries, fellowships, and outreach ministries, we strive to make every person feel valued, accepted and part of God’s family.
Whether you are new to the UAE, looking for a church family, or simply seeking a place to worship and grow in faith, you are warmly welcome at St. Paul’s Tamil Church.
Come and worship with us.
Come, grow with us. Come, be part of our church family.
“For we are God’s masterpiece, created in Christ Jesus to do good works.” Ephesians 2:10
Our Bishop
Rt. Revd Prabhu D. Jebamani
Bishop, Diocese of Bombay - Church of North India
The Diocese of Bombay, Church of North India (CNI) is the diocesan family to which St. Paul’s Tamil Church CNI, Sharjah belongs. The Diocese has a long history of Christian witness, pastoral ministry, mission, education and social service in Maharashtra.
The Diocese is led by the Bishop, who provides spiritual and pastoral leadership to the churches and ministries entrusted to the Diocese. The Bishop works together with the clergy, diocesan leadership and congregations to strengthen the life and witness of the Church.
Rt. Revd Prabhu D. Jebamani serves as the 17th Bishop of the Diocese of Bombay. His ministry includes providing episcopal oversight, pastoral leadership and guidance to the churches and institutions of the Diocese.
As a congregation connected with the Diocese of Bombay, St. Paul’s Tamil Church CNI, Sharjah gratefully acknowledges the spiritual and pastoral oversight of the Diocese. We remain committed to the calling of the Church of North India to unity, witness, service, worship and proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Greetings from the Presbyter-in-Charge
Rev. Kingsley Johnpaul Isaac
Presbyter-in-Charge
“Rooted in Christ, Growing in Faith, Serving in Love”
Warm greetings in the precious name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ!
It is with great joy and gratitude to God that I welcome you to the official website of St. Paul’s Tamil Church CNI, Sharjah.
For nearly two decades, God has faithfully led our church since its beginning in 2007. Through the years, our congregation has grown as a Christ-centred community committed to worship, prayer, fellowship, spiritual growth, and service. We give thanks to God for the faithful leaders, ministers, families, and members who have contributed to this journey.
As we continue forward, our desire is to remain rooted in Christ, growing in faith, and serving in love. We seek to nurture children and young people, strengthen families, encourage one another through fellowship and prayer, and share the love and hope of Christ with the wider community.
I warmly invite you to explore our website, learn about our ministries and activities, join us in worship and fellowship, and become part of our journey of faith and service.
May St. Paul’s Tamil Church CNI, Sharjah continue to be a blessing to many and a faithful witness for Christ in the UAE.
“Thus far the Lord has helped us.” 1 Samuel 7:12
Our Ministries
Church Choir
Mr. Vasanth Isaac
Choir Master
The Church Choir leads the congregation in worship through music and song, enriching our worship services and glorifying God through their ministry.
Junior Church
Mrs. Kavitha Asirvatham & Mrs. Chitra Justin
Junior Church Coordinators
Junior Church nurtures children in the knowledge and love of God through Bible teaching, prayer, worship, and engaging activities.
Youth Fellowship – Warriors of Rephidim
Mr. Aldrin Isaac
Advisor
The Youth Fellowship encourages young people to grow in faith, build meaningful Christian fellowship, discover their God-given gifts, and become faithful witnesses for Christ.
Women’s Fellowship
Mrs. Enid Pearlin Kingsley
President
The Women’s Fellowship provides opportunities for women to grow spiritually, strengthen one another through prayer and fellowship, and serve the church and community with love.
Men’s Fellowship
Revd Kingsley Johnpaul Isaac
President
The Men’s Fellowship encourages men to grow in their relationship with Christ, support one another in faith and fellowship, and take an active role in serving God, the church, and the community.
Camp Ministry
The Camp Ministry began in 2007 as an outreach ministry and an extension of the ministry of St. Paul’s Tamil Church CNI, Sharjah. It was established to reach out to workers from the Indian subcontinent who live away from their families in labour camps and face challenging circumstances. The Good News of Jesus Christ was taken to workers living in camps around Saif Zone, Sonapur, Al Quoz and Jebel Ali.
Through the dedicated efforts of Revd P. Mathew Gnanasigamani and church members, the ministry reached out to workers in Jebel Ali in 2013, sharing the Good News of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ with those seeking peace, hope and spiritual strength.
Every Saturday evening, Bro. Henry Anthony and Bro. Justin Durai, along with the Priest-in-Charge, conduct worship and prayer meetings in various workers’ camps around Dubai, offering spiritual encouragement, prayer and fellowship.
Currently, brothers from DIP-1, DIP-2, Red and White Camp, and Parko gather for prayer every Saturday from 8:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The prayer meeting begins with singing worship songs, followed by a time of sharing and witnessing, and then intercessory prayer, particularly for those struggling with alcohol and drug addiction and those seeking freedom from spiritual bondage. Hindi and Urdu are the primary languages used during these prayer fellowships.
Prayer meetings are also conducted every Tuesday or Thursday from 9:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. in the HBSC Red Camp area, Jebel Ali, opposite Madina Mall. Brothers from the surrounding areas also participate in these prayer meetings.
During the Christmas season, the church hosts a special gathering for our brothers from the labour camps. Gifts and new clothes are distributed, followed by a love feast, expressing Christ’s love and the church’s care and concern for the community.
“I was a stranger and you welcomed me.” Matthew 25:35