Even though almost all of Cambodia practices Theravada Buddhism, on the whole the locals are remarkably tolerant toward other religions and those who practice them. There are expats of all stripes here, practicing just about all of the major religions in many languages.
Like the expat community itself, much of this religious activity is centered in Phnom Penh, but there are religious groups and missionary organizations all over the country. If you’re looking for information outside of Phnom Penh, considering contacting the most relevant group below to find out what’s available in your area.
Part of the Anglican Church of Cambodia (ACC), the Church of Christ our Peace has weekly services on Sunday in English at 10 a.m. and youth group activities. The congregation is large, with many young families, and offers traditional Anglican services.
The Church of Christ our Peace (Anglican)
57 Street 294, Phnom Penh
T: +855 (0)23 217 429
Email: aeccadm@online.com.kh
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The ICF calls itself “an international, interdenominational, English-speaking, independent Christian church” and is popular with expats. The International Christian Fellowship currently has two English services one in the north and one in the south of Phnom Penh. Kids activities run during the service. In addition to Sunday services, this evangelical organization offers weekly home groups, a women’s Bible study in Sen Sok, and other monthly social events. Email admin@icfpp.org for more details.
International Christian Fellowship of Phnom Penh
ICF South meet Sunday, 10:30 a.m. at #3 St 422 (between Monivong Blvd and Street 63)
On Grab: ‘N3 St 422 Tonle Basak’
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ICF North meet Sunday, 9:30 a.m. at HOPE International School
#532 Street Try Heng 3, Sen Sok
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Email: admin@icfpp.org
www.icfpp.org
According to Chabad Cambodia, there are more than 250 Jewish people living in the country, with 100 of them in Phnom Penh. The center offers synagogue services, Friday night dinner, Shabbat services, kosher food, adult education, a Jewish library, and special high holiday events.
Chabad Cambodia
32 Street 228, Phnom Penh
Email: Chabad Cambodia
T: +855 (0)85 807 205
jewishcambodia.com
Although there are many Mormon churches in Phnom Penh and wider Cambodia, most serve locals rather than expats. The Street 63 church in Phnom Penh is the LDS international branch, and they have English-language services between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. every Sunday.
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
267 Street 63, Phnom Penh
T: +855 (0)23 994 171
The International Baptist Church has services in English at 10 a.m. every Sunday. (Services in Khmer are at 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.)
International Baptist Church
103 Norodom Bvld. at the corner of Street 222, Phnom Penh
T: +855 (0)92 723 350
One of Sihanoukville’s only English-language churches, Life Bible Presbyterian English Church offers services on the grounds of Life University. Most of the worshippers are university students, but locals, expats, and tourists are all welcome. English-language services are held Sundays at 10 a.m. Khmer services are held at the same time and Korean-language services are held at 8:30 a.m. on Sundays. On the first Sunday of each month combined services are held at 10 a.m. on the fourth floor.
Life Bible Presbyterian English Church
Life University
Group 11, Mondol 3, Sangkat 2, Sihanoukville
Email: lifeenglishchurch@gmail.com
lifeenglishchurch.wordpress.com
Catholic Cambodia
The first Catholic missionaries came to Cambodia in 1555, and they’re still here! There are now Catholic churches in eight of Cambodia’s provinces and in 83 communities.The Catholic Cambodia website is a good resource for more detailed information.
An English-language Catholic mass is held every day except Saturday at the Chapel of the Missionaries of Charity.
Chapel of the Missionaries of Charity
475 Boulevard Monivong, Phnom Penh
T: +855 (0)23 213 491
Every Saturday at 5 p.m. an English-language Catholic service is held at the Phnom Penh headquarters of the World Vision Christian humanitarian organization.
World Vision Cambodia
20 Street 71, Phnom Penh
T: +855 (0)23 216 052
In Siem Reap, there are English-language Catholic services on Saturdays at 6:30 p.m. at St. John’s Church.
St. John’s Church
Riverside Road, Slorgram Village, Group 1, No 027, Slorgram Commune, Siem Reap
Tel: +855 (0)12 661 747
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