Evangelische Kirche A.B. in Österreich

What Evangelische Kirche A.B. in Österreich does

Evangelische Kirche A.B. in Österreich is the largest Protestant church body in Austria, formally recognized under Austrian constitutional law as one of two official Protestant denominations (alongside the Reformed H.B. church). It operates a national network of 199 parish congregations (Pfarrgemeinden) across seven regional dioceses covering Burgenland, Kärnten/Osttirol, Niederösterreich, Oberösterreich, Salzburg/Tirol, Steiermark, and Wien, with headquarters at Severin-Schreiber-Gasse 1+3 in Vienna. The church's product portfolio spans pastoral care and religious services (worship, baptism, communion, marriage, burial, crisis counseling, and a 24/7 Telefonseelsorge helpline handling ~130 calls/day), an educational infrastructure including 37 kindergartens, 16 schools, and theological training via the Evangelisch-theologische Fakultät Wien, plus social welfare delivery through its affiliated Diakonie Österreich (10 hospitals, 30 social facilities, refugee services, and disability programs).

The church operates a diversified digital and cultural surface: the Evang2go Instagram knowledge channel, a WhatsApp-based 'Be Blessed' graduation blessing service that sent over 17,000 messages in a record year, the SAAT magazine, a Bishop podcast series, and a unique 'Champing' (church camping) hospitality offering at €5 per person in the Martin Luther Church in Krumpendorf. Distribution channels are primarily physical (parishes, schools, hospitals, Diakonie facilities) supplemented by owned media (evang.at, EPV online shop, social profiles on Facebook/YouTube/Instagram/Bluesky) and the Evangelischer Pressedienst distributing press releases via APA OTS. The church is governed by a Synod and Oberkirchenrat, with leadership transitioning to Bishop Cornelia Richter in November 2025.

The business model is that of a recognized religious corporation under public law, funded primarily through Kirchenbeitrag (mandatory member contributions), donations, online collections, and church tax arrangements. There is no equity ownership, no VC/PE backing, and no public stock listing. The central administration employs 27 staff; the broader workforce comprises ordained pastors, Diakonie employees, school and hospital personnel, and volunteers across the parish network. No AI/ML capabilities, proprietary technology platforms, or disclosed revenue figures are present in the data.

Name

Evangelische Kirche A.B. in Österreich

Legal name

Evangelische Kirche A.u.H.B. in Österreich

Website

https://evang.at

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Evangelische Kirche A.B. in Österreich is Austria's largest Protestant Lutheran church, operating 199 parishes across seven dioceses with affiliated schools, hospitals, Diakonie social services, and digital outreach products. It is funded via member contributions (Kirchenbeitrag), donations, and church taxes, and is constitutionally recognized under Austrian law.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious Services / Church Operations

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131), Religious Organizations (81311), Community Food and Housing, and Emergency and Other Relief Services (6242)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Local Congregations & Worship Communities (Churches, Mosques, Temples, Synagogues) (BPAGAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Denominational & Ecclesiastical Governance Bodies (Dioceses, Synods, Conferences) (BPAGAJAB), Faith-Based Social Services & Community Outreach (Food Pantries, Shelters, Counseling) (BPAGAJAG), Faith-Based Healthcare Ministries (Hospitals, Clinics, Medical Missions) (BPAGAJAH), Faith-Based Media, Publishing & Broadcasting (Radio, TV, Digital, Press) (BPAGAJAI)

Keywords

• Protestant church services
• Pastoral care
• Religious education
• Social welfare services
• Church administration

Headquarters

HQ city

Wien

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Others

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Evangelische Kirche A.B. in Österreich operates as a Protestant church organization delivering religious services, pastoral care, sacraments, religious education, and community engagement through 199 parish congregations across Austria. The church also runs an institutional network of kindergartens, schools, hospitals, Diakonie social services, and cultural programs. Additional offerings include a 24/7 telephone pastoral helpline, church music institutions, the SAAT magazine, EPV online shop, and digital channels such as the Evang2go Instagram channel and WhatsApp-based blessing services.

Product overview

Evangelische Kirche A.B. in Österreich operates as a comprehensive church organization offering a diverse portfolio of religious, educational, social, and cultural services across Austria. The core offering consists of pastoral care and religious services through a nationwide network of parishes. The church maintains an extensive educational infrastructure with kindergartens, schools, and after-school programs. Social services are delivered through Diakonie, including hospitals, care homes, and refugee services. Digital services include the Evang2go Instagram channel, the Be Blessed WhatsApp graduation blessing (sending 17,000+ messages), and online donation capabilities. The church also offers unique hospitality services such as 'Champing' (overnight camping in churches) and operates youth guesthouses and retreat facilities. Cultural offerings include church music institutions, the SAAT newspaper published by EPV, and the EPV online shop for church merchandise.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Evang2go: New knowledge channel of the Evangelical Church in Austria on Instagram
• SAAT
• Diakonie

Products and services

• Pfarrgemeinden (Parishes)
• Kindergärten und Horte (Kindergartens and After-School Care)
• Schulen (Schools)
• Seelsorge (Pastoral Care)
• Telefonseelsorge (Telephone Pastoral Care)
• Diakonie Soziales (Charitable Social Services)
• Kirchenmusik (Church Music)
• Jugend- und Gästehäuser (Youth and Guest Houses)
• Champing (Church Camping)
• SAAT (Church Newspaper)
• Evang2go
• Be Blessed (Digital Graduation Blessing)
• Online-Kollekte (Online Collection)
• EPV-Shop

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Brot für die WeltcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBrot für die Welt is a Protestant development service with which the Evangelical Church in Austria collaborates on international development projects. Fundraising campaigns (e.g., poster series) are used to raise donations for partner countries. The church actively supports and promotes Brot für die Welt campaigns in Austria.
• Diakonie ÖsterreichcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDiakonie Österreich is the Protestant welfare organization closely affiliated with the church. Diakonie operates hospitals, social services, refugee services, disability facilities, and counseling centers. The church and Diakonie frequently co-issue statements on humanitarian issues and the Diakonie director participates in church leadership meetings.
• Evangelische Kirche H.B. (Reformed Church)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Reformed Church (H.B.) in Austria is the sister denomination within the joint Protestant church structure. Both churches share the Generalsynode A. & H.B. (General Synod), the joint Oberkirchenrat A. & H.B., and jointly run certain institutions and social services.
• Ökumenischer Rat (ÖRKÖ)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe church participates in the Ökumenischer Rat der Kirchen in Österreich (ÖRKÖ), the Austrian ecumenical council of churches, collaborating with Catholic, Orthodox, and other Christian churches on shared social and humanitarian initiatives.
• Evangelische Jugend Österreich (EJÖ)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEJÖ is the Protestant youth organization in Austria, operating independently under the church's umbrella. The church supports youth engagement, volunteer programs, and youth-specific events and projects.
• Methodistische Kirche (EMK)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferenced as a related Protestant church in Austria, linked via shortlinks on the church website.
• Evangelisch-theologische Fakultät WienminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Protestant theological faculty at the University of Vienna provides theology education and academic research. The church maintains close ties for the training of pastors and religious education.
• Österreichische BibelgesellschaftcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Austrian Bible Society distributes Bibles and biblical study materials. The church collaborates on Bible translation projects and promotes Bible reading through various church programs.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Diakonie Deutschland: The German Protestant welfare umbrella organization affiliated with EKD, operating hospitals, social services, and refugee programs at national scale. Directly comparable to Diakonie Österreich as social welfare arm of the Protestant church.
• Church of Sweden (Svenska kyrkan): National Lutheran church with comparable structure (parishes, dioceses, schools, social services) and member-funded model. Comparable in theology and governance but operates under different Nordic state-church arrangements.
• Church of England: Established national Protestant church with extensive parish network, schools, and social services. Comparable governance (synod, bishops), institutional footprint, and member-funded model, but at much larger scale (Anglican vs. Lutheran).
• Evangelische Kirche in Deutschland (EKD): The umbrella organization of 20 German Protestant churches, operating under similar Kirchensteuer model and providing comparable religious, educational, and Diakonie social services. Comparable structure and offerings at much larger scale (~20M members vs. ~280K Austrian Protestants).

Others

• Lutheran World Federation (LWF): International umbrella organization of Lutheran churches worldwide, of which the Evangelische Kirche A.B. is a member. Provides coordination, theological resources, and global Lutheran partnerships — analogous to a trade association for the denomination.
• Brot für die Welt: German Protestant development and relief organization with which the church runs fundraising campaigns in Austria. Adjacent ecosystem partner rather than a direct competitor, but comparable in operating international humanitarian programs.

Direct peers

• Caritas Österreich: The Catholic Church's social welfare organization in Austria, operating hospitals, refugee services, and care facilities. The closest direct functional peer to Diakonie Österreich in the same regulatory and funding environment.
• Katholische Kirche in Österreich: The dominant religious organization in Austria operating parishes, schools, hospitals, and social services (via Caritas) under the same Kirchenbeitrag system and constitutional framework. Comparable scale, model, and mission but majority vs. minority market position.
• Evangelische Kirche H.B. in Österreich (Reformed Church): The sister Protestant denomination in Austria sharing the Generalsynode, joint Oberkirchenrat, and many social institutions (Diakonie, schools). Operates in the same geography, same regulatory framework, and same member-funded model — the most directly comparable peer.

Emerging players

• Evangelisch-methodistische Kirche in Österreich (EMK): Smaller Protestant denomination in Austria, referenced as a related Protestant church with shared links on the church website. Comparable operating model at significantly smaller scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCHnCiUiANi_xs0K_KALE4pA
• Facebookfacebook.com/evang.at
• Instagraminstagram.com/evangelischekirche_oesterreich
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/evangelische-kirche-a.b.-in-%C3%B6sterreich

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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