SIM Switzerland

Our Swiss office mobilises workers from churches in Switzerland and other nearby countries, including Italy and Austria. They have close relationships with evangelical churches throughout the region.

A view of Swiss mountain chalets and a lake

Key Ministries

  • Partnering with churches in the French and German-speaking regions of Switzerland.
  • Sending Christians into cross-cultural ministry, with administrative and member care support.
  • Raising spiritual and financial support for global mission.
  • Maintaining effective, modern communication tools in both French and German.
  • Facilitating the sending of mission workers from Switzerland and other European nations.
Bridge with tower in Lucerne
Bridge with tower in Lucerne

Spiritual Landscape in Switzerland

Switzerland is a religiously diverse nation. Historically shaped by Christianity—particularly Roman Catholicism and the Evangelical Reformed Church—it now faces rapid secularisation. Today, around 32% of the population identifies as Roman Catholic and 21% with the Reformed Church. However, a growing segment (approximately 34% in 2022) reports no religious affiliation, although many still explore personal spirituality through meditative or holistic practices.

The country is also home to Muslim, Jewish, Buddhist, and Hindu communities, each contributing to the increasingly complex spiritual context.

Communities Where Christ is Least Known

Migrants and Refugees

Switzerland has traditionally sent mission workers abroad. However, today many from non-Christian backgrounds arrive in Europe and Switzerland as migrants or refugees—some having never heard the gospel, while others have fled persecution as Christians. Local believers need wisdom and unity to respond with compassion and gospel-centred ministry.

Post-modern Generation

Though 58.2 per cent of the population still identify as Christian, including two per cent evangelical, Christianity’s influence is waning. Faith is often perceived as a moral framework rather than a personal relationship with God through Jesus. Individualism dominates, and the gospel is often misunderstood. Pray for authentic Christian witness and for many to discover the transforming love of Christ.

Contact SIM Switzerland

Email: sim.suisse@sim.org

Website: sim.ch

Please pray

  • For good relationships with churches
  • For open hearts for mission at home and overseas
  • For creative ways to stimulate people for missions
  • For an increase in the number of mission workers
  • For the development of our communications, especially social media
  • For care of our mission workers
  • For God’s provision of necessary financial support
  • For wisdom for effective management support of the sending entities in Austria, Czech Republic, Italy, and Romania
  • For wisdom in engaging the work among migrants and refugees
  • For good collaboration with our partner organisations in Switzerland and Europe

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