Our Pastor
Mehdi Tabakhi’s journey to Christ began in 1998 during a family business trip to Malaysia. While staying with an Indian family, he attended church out of courtesy, where a Canadian pastor prophesied that Mehdi would travel to an Arab country where “God will meet you.” This moment marked the beginning of his spiritual awakening.
Upon returning to Iran, Mehdi brought home a Bible and a Christian cassette, though he initially showed little interest. A year later, he moved to Dubai, deepening his commitment to his Muslim faith. However, after marrying Lucille, a Catholic Filipina, he began to question his beliefs. His friendship with Mahmood, an Iranian who had converted to Christianity, profoundly impacted him. Witnessing the love and grace within the Christian community, Mehdi felt a stirring in his heart.
As he diligently studied both the Quran and the Bible, he grappled with contradictions—particularly those concerning Jesus. He began attending Bible studies, and after watching a film about Jesus that moved him to tears, he prayed earnestly for guidance. One night, a life-changing dream led him to fully embrace Christianity.
Despite opposition from his family, Mehdi and Lucille took a bold step in faith, choosing to be baptized together in the Persian Gulf. Today, Pastor Mehdi Tabakhi serves with a passionate heart, dedicated to sharing the love of Christ. His testimony stands as a powerful reminder that when we earnestly seek God, He reveals Himself to us.