Zion Church, Batticaloa

Zion Church is an evangelical church building in Batticaloa located on Central Road with a main hall designed to hold hundreds of worshippers. The building serves as a gathering space for weekly services, prayer meetings, and community events throughout the month.

The church was founded in 1974 by Reverend Inpam Moses and endured through decades of regional changes. It remained a steady place of worship and community support for the local population throughout this period.

The church broadcasts religious programs in Tamil through Zion FM radio, reaching people in their native language and becoming a regular part of daily life for many families in the area. This work has shaped how the community connects with faith and with each other through the airwaves.

The church is easy to locate on Central Road and accessible for visitors wishing to attend services or gatherings. It helps to check local prayer times and the event schedule, as these can vary depending on the season or special occasions.

A church member named Ramesh Raju sacrificed his life in 2019 to prevent an attack on the building and save many people inside. His action is remembered by the congregation and the region as an act of extraordinary courage and selflessness.

Location: Batticaloa

Website: https://zionfm.lk

GPS coordinates: 7.70997,81.69553

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:57