Faith Christian Church of India (FCCI) was founded in August 2017 by our visionary pastoral couple, Rev. Dr. Clive Samson and Rev. Sujanna Raj. With over 15 years of ordained ministry in the Church of South India (CSI) Diocese, both pastors brought with them a wealth of spiritual leadership and theological training, having earned their Master of Theological Studies and Doctorate in Ministry degrees in the United States.

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Responding to a divine calling to serve the growing Indian population in the St. Louis area, many of whom lacked a dedicated place of worship, Rev. Clive and Rev. Susanna stepped out in faith. Within just one week of sensing this call, a new church was born. It began without a name, but with a powerful purpose.

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Originally established as a Tamil-speaking church, FCCI quickly grew beyond linguistic and cultural boundaries. The name Faith Christian Church of India was chosen by the congregation, reflecting the broader diversity within the church. Today, while Tamil remains predominant, FCCI embraces members who speak Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, Kannada, Marathi, Gujarati, and more. Over the years, FCCI has become a spiritual home not only for Indians, but also for individuals from Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Uzbekistan, and other nations.

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FCCI made a memorable mark in the St. Louis community with its inaugural Christmas Musical Event in 2017, bringing together multiple cultures in a vibrant celebration of Christ. Since then, the church has continued to flourish, serving as a unifying and welcoming space for worship, fellowship, and outreach—committed to its mission of faith, inclusivity, and service.