God’s favourite garden, Eden, is a fruit of the 1904 welsh revival. From those revival roots, a fellowship was established in Barking in the 1940s, then moved from Barking to Ilford in the late 1950’s.
Eden Church is part of the Apostolic Church in the UK and the Apostolic Church worldwide; the Apostolic Church was formed in 1916 and is one of the oldest Pentecostal denominations in the UK.
The name ‘Eden’ reflects God’s promise of restoration and joy found in Isaiah 51:34
‘The lord will surely comfort Zion and will look with compassion on all her ruins; He will make her deserts like Eden, her wastelands like the garden of the Lord. Joy and gladness will be found in her, thanksgiving and the sound of singing
Eden is a thriving, multicultural church in the heart of Ilford, in the London Borough of Redbridge. We are a vibrant, Spirit-led, Jesus-centred church that loves the Word of God and is passionate about worship.
We know many people have preconceived ideas about church, so we say: ‘Church, but not as you know it.’
Ilford is close to the Docklands and the City of London, with fast Elizabeth Line connections reaching Liverpool Street in around 15 minutes.
We invite you to experience the best part of your week, friendly, lively, and full of life!
Our vision is to reach people with the Gospel of Jesus Christ, transform lives and make everyone a disciple. This direction is built on Matthew 28:19-20: “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you…”
The vision outworked in Eden Church today:
Bryon Jones is the Senior Pastor of Eden Church in Ilford, London Borough of Redbridge. Eden is a thriving multicultural congregation and one of 110 churches within the Apostolic Church UK.
Under Bryon’s leadership, the church continues to flourish as a place of faith, community, and spiritual transformation.
Before entering full-time ministry, Bryon spent 15 years running his own advertising and marketing company. He was also actively involved in the music industry. These experiences equipped him with creativity, strategic insight, and strong communication skills that now enrich his ministry.
Bryon is passionate about leading worship and ministering in healing and the miraculous. Throughout his ministry, he has witnessed god’s transformative power, seeing lives restored from blindness, cancer, arthritis, demonic oppression, and other physical and spiritual afflictions. His heart is to see people encounter God’s presence and experience both spiritual renewal and physical restoration.
Bryon is married to Christine, and together they have three adult children who are actively involved in church life and ministry. As a family, they are committed to serving God and building a thriving, Christ-centred community.
Our church is led by our Senior Pastor, Bryon Jones, along with a dedicated team, serving across many ministries.
At the heart of our leadership is a core team who help discern and implement the vision of Eden church. Together, they provide spiritual guidance, direction, and oversight to ensure the mission and values of eden church are lived out in every area of church life.
core leadership
Bryon Jones – Senior Pastor
Tolu Olomolaiye – Pastor
Murray Phillips – Elder
Christine Jones – Team Member
Isaac Darko – Team Member
Christina Darko – Team Member
Herman Allen – Team Member
department leaders
Deacon – Charles Kotey
Men’s Ministry – Junior Osei & Isaac Darko
Women’s Ministry – Beverley Jones-Joseph
Praise and Worship – Priscilla Jones-Campbell
Children’s Church – Patience Amponsah
Hospitality – Betina Johnstone & Valda Bernard-Jones
Creche – Taneeka James & Sensi Osei
Operations – Holman Brown
Fire & Safety – Sonia Walker & Kirby Joseph
Youth Ministry – Tarna Morris
Senior Moments – Yvonne Marston & Sonia Stewart-Franklin
Social Media – Esther Oduwole
Audio Visual – Nia Johnson
Sound – Daniel James
Safeguarding – Jackie Brett & Sonja Hines
Welcome and Ushers – Majorie Gunter
Finance – Tolu Olomolaiye
Pastoral Care – Christine Jones
Evangelism – Rufinus Agdomar
The unity of the Godhead and the Trinity of the persons therein. There is one God, the creator and ruler of the universe. He exists eternally in three distinct but equal persons – the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Genesis 1:1, 26-27; 3:22, Psalm 90:2, Matthew 28:19, 2 Corinthians 13:14. 1 Peter 1:2
The utter depravity of human nature, the necessity for repentance and regeneration, and the eternal doom of the finally impenitent. People are made in the spiritual image of God, to be like him in character. They are the supreme object of God’s creation. Although people have tremendous potential for good, they are marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called sin. This attitude separates humankind from God. Genesis 1:27, Psalm 8:3-6, Isaiah 53:6, Isaiah 59:1-2, Acts 20:21, Romans 3:23, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Revelation 20:11-15
The Virgin birth, sinless life, atoning death, triumphant resurrection, ascension and continuing intercession of our Lord Jesus Christ; His second coming and millennial reign upon earth. God’s eternal Son was born to Mary, a virgin, from whom He received His humanity. Fully human, He was nonetheless without sin, having been conceived by the Holy Spirit. Having lived with perfect holiness, He bore in His death the penalty of all others’ sin. After God the Father raised him from death He returned in triumph to heaven where He represents His people. He will come again to rule over the earth for a thousand years. Matthew 1:18-25, Acts 2: 29-32, Hebrews 2:9, 1 Peter 2:21-24.
The justification and sanctification of the believer through the finished work of Christ. Through His life and death Jesus provided fully for our salvation. When we trust in him as our Saviour we are completely forgiven and declared to be in right standing with God. We are now set apart for God. By the Holy Spirit’s power we can grow in the Christ-likeness God requires of us. Romans 3:21-24, 2 Corinthians 3:17-18, Ephesians 4:23-24
The baptism of the Holy Spirit for believers, with signs following. God intends all Christians to know a definite experience of the presence and power of the Holy Spirit. This baptism will result in clear evidences of the Spirit’s work, empowering the church for its mission in the world. Acts 2, Acts 10:44-48
The nine gifts of the Holy Ghost for the edification, exhortation and comfort of the Church, which is the Body of Christ. The Holy Spirit grants Christians supernatural abilities. They are used to help build up, encourage and strengthen the church. The early church in the Bible needed such gifts and today, we also need them to help us. 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, 1 Corinthians 13:9-12
The sacraments of baptism by immersion, and of the Lord’s Supper. Baptism by immersion symbolizes the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus and is your public declaration that you have accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Saviour. Baptism does not save you, but shows the world that you have already been saved. And while baptism is not required for salvation, it is a biblical command and demonstrates your love and obedience to Christ. His death and resurrection are the permanent basis of Christian life. Therefore He also ordained that the church should meet to remember Him by eating bread and drinking wine as symbols of his body and blood. Matthew 28:19-20, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, Acts 2:38-41, Romans 6:3-14, Ephesians 2:8-9, Colossians 2:12
The divine inspiration and authority of the Holy Scriptures. The Bible is God’s word to all mankind. It was written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is truth without any mixture or error. Psalm 119:105,160, 12:6, Proverbs 30:5, 2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Timothy 1:13, 2 Peter 1:20, 21
Church government by Apostles, Prophets, Evangelist, Pastors, Teachers, Elders and Deacons. Church leadership is provided by men with varying God-given ministries. They complement each other and together express Christ’s government of his church. God has ‘gifted’ people in the church to lead it. These people are not ‘superhuman’ or promoted into positions, but God’s gift in them is recognised, nurtured and tested. When the person is found suitable, they may be ‘set’ into their place of ministry (serving). Ephesians 4:11, 1 Timothy 3:1-13, Titus 1:5-11
The security of the believer as he remains in Christ. Man was created to exist forever. He will either exist eternally separated from God by sin or in union with God through forgiveness and salvation. To be eternally separated from God is hell. To be eternally in union with Him is eternal life. Matthew 25:31-46, John 3:16, Romans 6:23, 1 Corinthians 10:12, 1 Timothy 1:19, Hebrews 3:12, 1 John 5:11-12, Revelation 20:15
The obligatory nature of tithes and offerings. The privilege and responsibility of bringing tithes and offerings to the Lord. It is our privilege and responsibility to give a tenth of our income to support Gods’ work. Further giving should result from increased prosperity and as we are faced both by opportunities to spread the Gospel and the world’s need.
In 1904 Wales experienced an outbreak of Revival, which had tremendous effects on the British Isles. This was followed by a mighty visitation of the Holy Spirit, which fell simultaneously throughout parts of the world and many received the baptism of the Holy Spirit with signs following.
As a result, various Pentecostal groups worldwide were formed, they believed that the gifts of Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors and Teachers of Ephesians 4:11, should operate in the Church together with the nine gifts of the Holy Spirit spelt out in 1 Corinthians 12:1-11. The Apostolic Church was therefore born in 1916 in Penygroes, South Wales, United Kingdom.
It was the vision of Apostolic doctrine that gripped the first leader of the Fellowship, Daniel Powell Williams, who in 1913, was ordained an Apostle in the Body of Christ and later became the first President of The Apostolic Church Council and remained so until his death in 1947. The Lord also called brother William Jones Williams, as a Prophet in the Body of Christ and in 1913 he was ordained into the full-time ministry of the Church.
They were called together with others to demonstrate the New Testament offices of Apostle and Prophet in the United Kingdom. Subsequently these ministries were exercised across the World.
It has pioneered churches in over 100 nations, many of whom are now self-governing, most notably in Western Africa, Australia and New Zealand.