Who We Are
We are a community of ordinary people who have been rescued by the grace of a loving God. We are a diverse church, gathered from over 40 different countries. Yet, we are united in the gospel and committed to one another. No matter where you are from, there are people like you here at EBCI.
Get to Know our Staff
Justin Runyan
Pastor Justin arrived at EBCI in July 2021 and serves as the Lead Pastor. Justin grew up in the United States. He graduated from Taylor University (Upland, Indiana) with a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies. He is also a graduate of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (Louisville, Kentucky) with a Masters of Divinity (M.Div) and Doctorate of Ministry (D.Min) degrees.
Justin has been in local church ministry for nearly 20 years, with 14 of those years as a Senior Pastor. He is married to Lauren and they have been blessed with four children.
Justin has been in local church ministry for nearly 20 years, with 14 of those years as a Senior Pastor. He is married to Lauren and they have been blessed with four children.
Sheeba John
Sheeba grew up in the UAE, and has been a faithful member of EBCI since 2006. She has worked as the church’s secretary since 2016.
She has been married to her husband John for 27 years. Sheeba enjoys exploring nature and wildlife, even though she doesn’t get to do it as often as she would like.
She has been married to her husband John for 27 years. Sheeba enjoys exploring nature and wildlife, even though she doesn’t get to do it as often as she would like.
Greg Anthony Soriano
Greg is originally from the Philippines. His family moved to the UAE in 2009, and he has been blessed to grow up here and call this place home. Over the years, he has developed a deep love for worship and music, which has led him to serve in the music ministry.
Currently, Greg works as the Music Intern for EBCI. He is committed to honoring God through his service.
Currently, Greg works as the Music Intern for EBCI. He is committed to honoring God through his service.
Meet our Deacons
Alberto
Andre
Arish
Banki
Fumani
Laike
Michael
Nadim
What We Believe
Our Statement of Faith summarizes the foundational beliefs of our church. EBCI is a Christian, Evangelical, Baptist, congregational church.
Church Covenant
EBCI is a covenant community. The church covenant expresses how we strive to live together as a family of faith.
Mission & Core Values
Our mission statement and core values communicate the commitments of our church that shape our approach to life and ministry.
25 Years of Faithful Ministry in Dubai
Since our founding in 1997, Emirates Baptist Church International has existed to make disciples of Jesus Christ and proclaim the good news of his grace. The vision that inspired the church’s founding still motivates our ministries today.