Staten Island Arabic Bible Church

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“Love them till they ask why”

Contact Us

We believe the church is meant to minister to the community in which it is planted. It’s committed to fulfill the spiritual and physical needs of the neighborhoods.

Our Time and Location

Join us for worship on Sundays at 2PM at Willowbrook Park Baptist Church’s facility near the intersection of Victory Boulevard and Richmond Ave., directly across from the Z-One diner.

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What to Expect

Staten Island Arabic Bible Church is a church for all peoples. You will meet native of Staten Islanders, as well as those who have moved over from Brooklyn and Queens who speak Arabic. We also have regular attenders from various places from the middle east countries: Egypt, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq and Palestine.

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About Us

  • When you come to Staten Island Arabic Bible Church you will be greeted with a smile and an interest in who you are. While we have a few who dress more formally, there are many more who dress business casual, and several who attend in jeans and tee shirts. We are concerned more with the work of God in the heart than the clothes on your back. Our singing is designed for participation so that the congregation sings out together. Some quietly contemplate the words, while some shed tears, and others raise their hands in exuberant praise. Our preaching is full of grace, but Biblical, practical and expository at the same time.

  • At Staten Island Arabic Bible Church we are focused on the Gospel of Jesus Christ and seeking to obey the Great Commission of Matthew 28:18-20. Our worship music is guided by three filters, is it true? Is it clear? Is it singable for the congregation? We believe all instruments should be played with excellence to worship our Lord.

  • BUS: The 62 bus can get you to Staten Island Arabic Bible Church (get off at Richmond Ave. and walk 1 block South towards the Mall). Also, the 44 and 59 buses come right by the church on the way to or from the Mall.

    CAR: We have plenty of parking on our property at 1780 Richmond Ave. 10314, and out front on Richmond Ave. If you are coming from South of Richmond Ave., you will find it easiest to go through and behind Z-One Diner and then straight across the street from Eton Place (the small street that leads to the Carousel at Willowbrook Park). From Victory Blvd. you can pull right into the church parking lot, at the traffic light on Eton Place and Richmond Ave.

    NEED A RIDE: If you need to schedule a ride to church then you can call pastor Safwat at 917-468-5832.

  • We believe serving families as families is important. This guides our commitment to providing a family-integrated 2:00 PM worship service that is relevant for the oldest adults, youngest children and everyone in between. We strive to create an environment where the wiggles are welcome and families are all able to worship together, each at their own level. A staffed and stocked nursery is also available for your infants and toddlers 3 and under. We also have Sunday School class at 2:00 pm each week, with Bible-based teaching appropriate for kids.