A Church Takes Root
Wednesday 25 February 2026 11:48 In the fast-paced rhythm of Budapest, a new church is taking root. Through patient relationship-building and creative outreach, Tamás and Virág are seeing lives changed and a vibrant community begin to grow.
Budapest moves quickly—trams rattling across bridges, students filling cafés, conversations spilling onto pavements late into the night. On the Buda side of the Danube, ECMI workers Tamás and Virág are part of that movement—planting a new church.
In the beginning, relationships grew slowly as trust takes time in a city where many have never been part of a church before. That’s why Tamás and Virág created the ‘Waymaker Café’, a welcoming space where people could feel comfortable and explore faith at their own rhythm.
As those relationships deepened, fruit began to grow. Just three years in, and their programmes for women, youth and families are already thriving. Their youth weekly gathering, TTT (Time To Talk), now has more than 30 regular attendees, and their initiative and energy are bringing fresh life to the community… and a whole lot of creative ideas!
Today, a vibrant church is emerging in Budapest with a vision for multiplication — reaching students, discipling the next generation, and welcoming seekers into the hope of Christ. ECMI longs to see this happening not only in Budapest, but in every city in Europe.
Relationships grew slowly, but fruit began to grow as trust was built.
Discover more about Tamás and Virág's ministry in Budapest!
Archive > 2026
September
- 9/30/2026 9/30/26, 12:06 PM - “Honey, We Brought the Kids on Vacation!”
- 9/23/2026 9/23/26, 12:04 PM - Strength in Our Weakness
- 9/16/2026 9/16/26, 11:16 AM - Unshakable
- 9/9/2026 9/9/26, 3:39 PM - “You Are”: An Unexpected Call
- 9/2/2026 9/2/26, 2:56 PM - Focus on the Baltics
August
- 8/26/2026 8/26/26, 2:56 PM - Five Weeks... Lasting Impact
- 8/19/2026 8/19/26, 1:59 PM - From Relief Centre to Church
- 8/12/2026 8/12/26, 2:19 PM - Taking the Word Home
- 8/5/2026 8/5/26, 1:36 PM - More Than a Bed for the Night
July
- 7/29/2026 7/29/26, 3:05 PM - Where Hope Is Growing
- 7/22/2026 7/22/26, 3:19 PM - A Corner of Light
- 7/15/2026 7/15/26, 11:23 AM - Scattered — Yet Sent
- 7/8/2026 7/8/26, 5:36 PM - Together Behind Bars
- 7/1/2026 7/1/26, 4:48 PM - A Place Where Families Are Seen
June
- 6/24/2026 6/24/26, 5:16 PM - Go in the Strength You Have
- 6/18/2026 6/18/26, 11:40 AM - More Than a Haircut
- 6/17/2026 6/17/26, 12:43 PM - Hope for the Overlooked
- 6/10/2026 6/10/26, 10:28 AM - Ready for Camp Season?
- 6/3/2026 6/3/26, 12:46 PM - A New Path
May
- 5/27/2026 5/27/26, 12:51 PM - Churches Unite in Leiria
- 5/20/2026 5/20/26, 12:38 PM - A Life Saved
- 5/13/2026 5/13/26, 12:34 PM - The Sun Shines for Irene
- 5/6/2026 5/6/26, 12:05 PM - A Place for Everyone — Rethinking Ministry Together
April
- 4/29/2026 4/29/26, 1:34 PM - Faith from the Ruins
- 4/22/2026 4/22/26, 1:06 PM - Faithful Presence
- 4/14/2026 4/14/26, 12:52 PM - Searching for Hope
- 4/8/2026 4/8/26, 12:42 PM - Called? Keep going!
- 4/1/2026 4/1/26, 12:23 PM - The Triumph of the Cross
March
- 3/25/2026 3/25/26, 11:31 AM - Claremorris Church Opens Its Doors
- 3/18/2026 3/18/26, 10:55 AM - Step Into Mission: Opportunities Across Europe
- 3/4/2026 3/4/26, 12:27 PM - Women of Faith
February
- 2/25/2026 2/25/26, 11:48 AM - A Church Takes Root
- 2/18/2026 2/18/26, 12:05 PM - Encouraging Growth in Portugal
- 2/4/2026 2/4/26, 12:48 PM - New Neighbours
January
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STORIES FROM THE FIELD
“Honey, We Brought the Kids on Vacation!”
September - 30 - 2026 12:06 “Honey, we brought the kids on vacation!” It was a joke between Tamás and Virág as they arrived at Lake Balaton with 26 young people. But after years of walking alongside these teenagers, the words carried more truth than they realised. full storyStrength in Our Weakness
September - 23 - 2026 12:04 God is still saving people in Europe — and He delights to work through ordinary people. ECMI worker Matej experienced this when a casual conversation opened the door for a woman to surrender her life to Jesus. His story reminds us that we do not need to be strong or perfectly equipped to serve God. We simply need to trust Him and say yes. full storyUnshakable
September - 16 - 2026 11:16 Unshakable faith shines brightest in difficult seasons. Read how ECMI missionaries across Europe are trusting Christ through loss, opposition, and uncertainty — and inspiring others to do the same. full story









