Örebro Mission facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Örebro Mission |
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| Classification | Protestant |
| Orientation | Baptist |
| Headquarters | Örebro, Sweden |
| Origin | 1892 |
| Merged into | Evangelical Free Church in Sweden |
| Defunct | 1 January 1997 |
The Örebro Mission (called Örebromissionen in Swedish) was a Christian group in Sweden. It was a type of Protestant church. This group started in the city of Örebro in 1892. It was part of the Baptist Union of Sweden for many years. Later, in 1997, it joined with another church group. This new group is called the Evangelical Free Church in Sweden.
What Was the Örebro Mission?
The Örebro Mission was a Christian organization. It was known as a "denomination." This means it was a specific branch or type of Christian church. It followed Protestant beliefs.
The group was active mainly in Sweden. It aimed to spread its Christian message.
How the Örebro Mission Started
The Örebro Mission began in the year 1892. It was founded in the Swedish city of Örebro. This is how it got its name.
For a long time, it was connected to the Baptist Union of Sweden. This connection lasted until 1936.
Joining a New Church Group
The Örebro Mission continued its work for many decades. However, in 1997, it made a big change. On January 1, 1997, the Örebro Mission officially ended as a separate group.
It merged with another church organization. This new group is known as the Evangelical Free Church in Sweden. The Örebro Mission became a part of this larger church family.
