In the Beginning

Pastor Matt and Julie Beemer met and were married while attending RHEMA Bible Training Centre in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA. After graduating they returned to Matt's home church in Michigan to serve in supportive-role ministries.

In October 1994 the Beemers moved to Liverpool, England to work with Reaching The World, a missions organisation. It was during this time that Pastor Matt received the vision to pioneer World Harvest Bible Church in Manchester.

After fulfilling their commitment with Reaching The World, the Beemers moved to Manchester in September 1996 and immediately began preparations for the start of the church.

On the 13th of April 1997 WHBC held it's first Sunday morning service at the Copthorne Hotel, Salford Quays with just 17 people. Since it's start, the church has grown to 150 people and is increasing in number every week.

To provide for this growth, WHBC purchased a high quality office building located on the edge of the Salford Quays. With seating for more than 300 Adults plus extensive children's and youth facilities, this new building will enable WHBC to grow to about 1000 members with multiple services.