About Us
Our Story
The story of Uudet Alut Seurakunta starts in 2011, when UPCI Global Representatives Mark and Glenda Alphin began holding worship services and Bible studies in their home. In January 2017, the congregation launched public meetings in the center of Helsinki and then in 2020, moved into the Church’s first rented hall. In May 2025, we relocated from Espoo Center to Mankaa, where the mother church of UAS makes its home. Our vision is to eventually see a congregation of Oneness Apostolic believers established in every region!
Uudet Alut’s congregations are a beautiful tapestry of various cultures and backgrounds, and all who desire to know Jesus in a deeper way are welcome to attend our services. If you are located outside of the Helsinki Metro (Espoo) or Vaasa, connection is still possible. Send us a message today!
What we Believe
About the Bible
The Bible is the infallible Word of God and the authority for salvation and Christian living. (See II Timothy 3:15-17.)
About God
There is one God, who has revealed Himself as Father; through His Son, in redemption; and as the Holy Spirit, by emanation. Jesus Christ is God manifested in flesh. He is both God and man. (See Deuteronomy 6:4; Ephesians 4:4-6; Colossians 2:9; I Timothy 3:16.)
About Sin and Salvation
Everyone has sinned and needs salvation. Salvation comes by grace through faith based on the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ. (See Romans 3:23-25; 6:23; Ephesians 2:8-9.)
About the Gospel
The saving gospel is the good news that Jesus died for our sins, was buried, and rose again. We obey the gospel (II Thessalonians 1:8; I Peter 4:17) by repentance (death to sin), water baptism in the name of Jesus Christ (burial), and the baptism of the Holy Spirit with the initial sign of speaking in tongues as the Spirit gives the utterance (resurrection). (See I Corinthians 15:1-4; Acts 2:4, 37-39; Romans 6:3-4.)
About Christian Living
As Christians, we are to love God and others. We should live a holy life inwardly and outwardly and worship God joyfully. The supernatural gifts of the Spirit, including healing, are for the church today. (See Mark 12:28-31; II Corinthians 7:1; Hebrews 12:14; I Corinthians 12:8-10.)
About the Future
Jesus Christ is coming again to catch away His church. In the end will be the final resurrection and the final judgment. The righteous will inherit eternal life, and the unrighteous eternal death. (See I Thessalonians 4:16-17; Revelation 20:11-15.)
Our Pastoral Leaders
Mark & Glenda Alphin
The Alphins are founders of Uudet Alut Seurakunta. Mark serves as Bishop of the Church and Lead Pastor of the various congregations, and Glenda works alongside him as Executive Pastor. Both are ordained ministers with the United Pentecostal Church International.
Candace & Johannes Lindholm
Candace arrived with her parents in 2010 and has served alongside them since then. She supports Bishop Mark as an Assistant Pastor at UAS Helsinki Metro. Candace is a licensed minister with the United Pentecostal Church International, and Johannes is licensed with UPCI Finland.
Philip & Amy Sword
Philip joined the UAS pastoral team in November 2023 and supports Bishop Mark as an Assistant Pastor at UAS Helsinki Metro. He is licensed with the United Pentecostal Church International as is his wife, Amy.