BEULAH ALLIANCE CHURCH OF EDMONTON

Beulah Alliance Church of Edmonton is a Canadian nonprofit organization and Christian church affiliated with The Alliance Canada. Founded originally as a rescue mission in 1907 in Edmonton, Alberta, it has grown into one of the largest Alliance churches in Canada with a long history of community engagement, church planting, and urban outreach.

History

Beulah Alliance Church was established in the early 1900s as a mission in Edmonton when the city’s population was approximately 2,500. It quickly became recognized as a center of compassion and help for those in need. In 1927, Beulah called its first pastor, J.H. Woodward, who came from Ontario and had a broad vision that extended beyond traditional church activities to innovative ministry initiatives—during his tenure in the 1920s, about 40 churches traced their origins to Beulah[1].

During the 1970s, Beulah pursued creative outreach methods, including operating a fleet of school buses to pick up children from neighborhoods on Sunday mornings, reflecting its commitment to expanding its community impact. By the 1990s, the congregation had grown large enough to relocate to its current West Campus on 178 Street, with subsequent expansions to meet growing needs. Under Pastor Keith Taylor’s leadership since the early 2000s, Beulah has extended its reach further by launching additional campuses such as the Southwest Campus (formerly Whitemud Creek) and the Lighthouse Campus, embracing a multi-campus approach[1][4].

Mission and Community Engagement

Beulah Alliance Church focuses on awakening Greater Edmonton to the message of King Jesus. It emphasizes helping people follow Jesus in daily life, growing in community, and serving one another through diverse gifts. The church strives to be multi-generational and multi-ethnic, meeting both in-person and online to accommodate a broad congregation[3].

Throughout its history, Beulah has had a significant role in church planting and expanding evangelical influence in the Edmonton region. Over 60 churches in the area trace their roots to Beulah, illustrating its role as a mother church within the Canadian church community. The church has also been involved in media outreach, having operated its own radio station in the 1930s and broadcast services from a Jasper Avenue theatre[2][4].

Organizational Structure and Impact

Beulah Alliance Church operates multiple campuses and integrates dynamic forms of worship and community engagement to serve Edmonton’s population. It aims to foster spiritual growth and societal impact by encouraging faith and service beyond church walls[1][3].

Legacy

With a history spanning over a century, Beulah Alliance Church has contributed significantly to the evangelical landscape of Edmonton and Canada. Its roots as a mission for the marginalized have evolved into a multifaceted organization that continues to emphasize compassion, growth, and influence. Its various church plants and outreach programs underscore its sustained commitment to faith-based community development[1][2][4].

This summary reflects the history, mission, and community role of Beulah Alliance Church of Edmonton, registered as a nonprofit organization in Canada under registration number 106791171RR0001.