Pinsekirken Tabernaklet

What Pinsekirken Tabernaklet does

Pinsekirken Tabernaklet Bergen (PTB) is a Norwegian Pentecostal church and registered nonprofit operating from a single historic site at Marken 27 in central Bergen, founded in 1920 and continuously active for over 100 years. The organization serves the Bergen community through a multi-generational ministry portfolio: weekly Sunday worship services at 12:00, a children's church (Barnekirken) and Tweens program, a youth ministry (Pinsekirken Ungdom, ages 13-19), a young adults ministry, a mid-life ministry (Midt i Livet), a senior ministry (Formiddagstreff), small groups (Life Groups of up to 10 people), a Pentecostal confirmation program (Tentro), Royal Rangers scouting, and an Alpha Course for spiritual seekers. The church also supports an international mission portfolio spanning seven countries (Argentina, India, Congo, Uganda, Niger, HUB-Africa, and the Philippines) and runs a child sponsorship program (Bal Vikas) in India.

The business model is a donation-funded nonprofit: revenue is generated from voluntary tithes, one-time gifts, and recurring monthly donations (avtalegiro). Payments are processed through Vipps (Norwegian mobile payment), bank transfer, and the Cornerstone Membership platform, which handles member records and giving. The church is governed by a Leadership Council (Lederrådet) of five elected elders and two pastors, with no external investors, parent company, or holding structure. Production is delivered through a paid staff of 11 (including the Head Pastor Benjamin Jensen, co-pastor Asle Zachariassen, admin/finance, youth, young adults, children's church, worship coordinator, secretary/rental, and cleaning roles) supplemented by a large volunteer base.

The technology stack is a modest, off-the-shelf set of operational tools: a WordPress website (ptb.no), Cornerstone Membership for member and giving management, Buzzsprout and Apple Podcasts for podcast distribution, YouTube and Radio 3,16 for video/audio, Facebook and Instagram for community engagement, Checkin.no for event registration, Microsoft Forms for consent collection, and Vipps for mobile donations. There is no proprietary technology, no AI/ML capability, and no public API. Go-to-market is community-led and event-driven, driven by word of mouth, weekly services, life-stage programming, regional church partnerships (Sion Blomsterdalen, Bethel Frekhaug, Betania Haukanes, Askøy Misjonskirken), and mission outreach.

Name

Pinsekirken Tabernaklet

Legal name

Pinsekirken Tabernaklet Bergen

Website

https://ptb.no

Company type

Private

Founded year

1920

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Pinsekirken Tabernaklet Bergen is a 100-year-old Pentecostal church and nonprofit in Bergen, Norway, serving a multi-generational congregation through weekly worship services, age-specific ministries, and international mission work across seven countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious Services

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

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

Keywords

• Pentecostal church services
• Worship services
• Religious community programs
• Youth ministry
• Mission work

Headquarters

HQ city

Bergen

HQ country

Norway

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tithes and Offerings: Church receives voluntary tithes and offerings from congregation members during services. Members can give one-time gifts or set up recurring monthly payments (avtalegiro).
2. Donations and Gifts: One-time and recurring donations accepted via Vipps, bank transfer, or online giving platforms. Donations support church operations and mission work.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Pinsekirken Tabernaklet Bergen is a Pentecostal church providing weekly Sunday worship services (Gudstjenester) alongside a comprehensive portfolio of age-segmented ministries including children's church, youth, young adults, mid-life, and senior groups. It also runs Life Groups (small groups), a Tentro confirmation program, Royal Rangers scouting, and an international mission/sponsorship program. All services are free to attend and funded through voluntary tithes, offerings, and donations.

Product overview

Pinsekirken Tabernaklet Bergen is a Pentecostal church offering a comprehensive portfolio of spiritual services and community programs. The church's core offering is Sunday worship services (Gudstjenester) held at 12:00, supplemented by age-specific ministries including Barnekirken (children's church), Pinsekirken Ungdom (youth ages 13-19), Tweens (ages 10-14), and programs for young adults, mid-life adults, and seniors. Additional services include Life-grupper/Smågrupper (small groups), Tentro (confirmation program), Royal Rangers (scouting), and mission work. The church also offers a Bal Vikas child sponsorship program supporting children in India, and distributes a podcast featuring sermons and teachings through platforms like Buzzsprout and Apple Podcasts.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Gudstjenester (Sunday Worship Services) Weekly Sunday worship services held at 12:00 at Marken 27, Bergen, featuring multi-generational gatherings with music, preaching, and parallel children's church. Open to all ages 0-100 and free to attend.
• Barnekirken (Children's Church) Age-structured children's ministry during Sunday services, divided into groups for different age levels, including activities like crafts, songs, and Bible teaching. Free for children from birth through elementary school age.
• Pinsekirken Ungdom (Youth Ministry) Youth ministry for ages 13-19 meeting on Friday evenings at 20:00, featuring inspiration, worship, fellowship, and speakers. Includes youth festivals, conferences, and mission trips such as to North Macedonia.
• Tweens Monthly gatherings for children in grades 5-7, focusing on learning about Jesus and developing relationships with Him.
• Unge Voksne (Young Adults) Ministry for young adults meeting at Sunday services and in small groups on Wednesdays, with social activities, trips, and parties. Designed for young adults in studies or early career, including newcomers to Bergen.
• Midt i Livet (Mid-Life Adults) Ministry for adults in the middle of life, focusing on community and service opportunities alongside regular worship attendance. Targeted at adults whose children have left home.
• Senior-arbeid (Senior Ministry) Senior ministry including monthly Formiddagstreff Wednesday morning gatherings and a visitation service (Besøkstjenesten) for elderly members.
• Life-grupper / Smågrupper (Small Groups) Small groups of up to 10 people meeting regularly during weekdays to share life, fellowship, and faith. Open to all ages and life situations.
• Tentro (Confirmation Program) Pentecostal confirmation program for 9th graders, offering teaching about faith, friendship, and experiences that shape direction for life.
• Royal Rangers Scouting program for children and youth meeting on Tuesday evenings during even weeks, partnering with a local scouting organization.
• Storsøndag (All-Age Sunday) Special Sunday services designed to be understandable for all ages, with family hangouts following the service.
• Familieleir (Family Camp) Family camp weekends organized in collaboration with Royal Rangers, combining recreation, worship, fellowship, and spiritual growth.
• Bal Vikas (Child Sponsorship) Child sponsorship program supporting children in India with education, meals, activities, and Christian guidance at local centers, in partnership with Bethel Church Association (India).
• Misjonsarbeid (Mission Work) International mission work supported by the church, including projects in Argentina, India, Congo, Uganda, Niger, HUB-Africa, Philippines, and support for the Evangeliesenteret contact center in Bergen.
• Podkast (Podcast) Audio recordings of worship services available for streaming and subscription through Buzzsprout and Apple Podcasts.
• Alpha Course Exploratory course for people curious about Christian faith and life's big questions, held in an open and safe environment.
• Gave / Giving Services Church giving options including one-time gifts and monthly recurring donations via the Cornerstone Membership platform, Vipps payments, and bank transfers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Weekly Sunday services with children's church programming
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Betania HaukanesminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2022Regional network partnership for church collaboration in Bergen area.
• Askøy MisjonskirkenminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2022Regional network partnership for church collaboration in Bergen area.
• Sion BlomsterdalencoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2020Network partnership for collaboration between Pentecostal churches in Bergen area. Includes monthly pastor gatherings, shared resources, and joint events.
• Bethel FrekhaugcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2020Network partnership for collaboration between Pentecostal churches in Bergen area. Includes monthly pastor gatherings, shared resources, and joint events.
• Bethel Church Association (India)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing mission partnership supporting churches and children in India. Supports Bal Vikas program for children and disaster relief efforts.
• Open Heart (Ukraine)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHumanitarian aid organization providing emergency relief in Ukraine. Church supports through fundraising and donations.
• EvangeliesenteretminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerChurch supports Evangeliesenteret's contact center in Bergen as part of local mission outreach.
• Unión de las Asambleas de Dios (Argentina)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSending missionaries to support Christian university development and biblical school work in Buenos Aires through the Argentine Pentecostal movement.
• Globalheart Missions (Philippines)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMissionary Nathan Osnes works with Globalheart Missions to support churches and communities in the Philippines.
• Back2Back (Mexico)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupports missionary Sara Jensen working with orphaned children through Back2Back organization in Monterrey, Mexico.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Bergen International Gospel Church (IMI Kirken): An evangelical church operating in Bergen, Norway. Comparable as a Bergen-area Christian congregation offering Sunday services, community programs, and small groups, though with a different denominational orientation.
• Betel Askøy: A Pentecostal church on Askøy island in the Bergen metropolitan area. Comparable as a nearby Pentecostal congregation within the same regional network partnership orbit.
• Salt Bergen: An evangelical free church in Bergen, Norway. Directly competes with Pinsekirken Tabernaklet for Bergen-area congregants, offering similar contemporary worship services and youth programming.

Direct peers

• Korskirken Bergen: A large free Christian church located in central Bergen, Norway. Operates as a local congregation with multi-generational programming in the same geographic market, making it the most direct comparable for congregational competition within Bergen.
• Filadelfia Kristiansand: Established Pentecostal church in southern Norway and part of the same Norwegian Pentecostal movement. Shares the same denominational tradition, mission work focus, and small-group ('smågruppe') ministry model as Pinsekirken Tabernaklet.
• Filadelfia Oslo: Major Pentecostal church in Oslo, part of the same Norwegian Pentecostal movement. Operates as a comparable Pentecostal congregation with similar Sunday services, youth work, and international mission programs, though at a larger scale.

Broad incumbents

• Hillsong Church: Global Pentecostal/charismatic movement with presence in Scandinavia. Comparable as a Pentecostal denomination operator but at much larger scale with multi-site operations and contemporary worship programming.
• Den norske kirke (Church of Norway): The state Lutheran Church of Norway and dominant religious organization in the country. While denominationally different, it is the largest comparable religious organization in the same geographic market, competing for the same Bergen-area congregation.

Others

• Normisjon: Norwegian evangelical mission organization running both domestic church plants and international mission work. Comparable in mission-driven structure and Norwegian evangelical orientation, though operating as a para-church organization rather than a single congregation.
• KFUK-KFUM Norge: Norwegian YMCA/YWCA movement, a Christian-affiliated youth and family organization. Comparable in its delivery of children, youth, and family programming across Norway, including scouting (similar to Royal Rangers) and confirmation-adjacent programming (similar to Tentro).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/PinsekirkenUngdom
• Facebookfacebook.com/pinsekirkentabernaklet
• Instagraminstagram.com/pinsekirkentabernaklet
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/pinsekirken-tabernaklet

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Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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