The Church of Eternal Life
The Lion Has Prevailed
A Bible-teaching family of believers in San Martin, led by Pastor Fredrick and Cristal Roberts. Come as you are and worship with us.
“Behold, the Lion of the tribe of Juda, the Root of David, hath prevailed.”Revelation 5:5
Where13880 Depot StreetSan Martin, CA 95046
ShepherdsPastor Fredrick & Cristal RobertsSenior Pastors
Our Pastors
Shepherding San Martin with the Word
Pastor Fredrick & First Lady Cristal Roberts
Pastor Fredrick R. Roberts has served as Senior Pastor of the Church of Eternal Life for more than 25 years, leading, teaching and serving with a heart for people and the Gospel. He built his biblical and theological foundation as a student at San Jose Christian College.
He founded the COEL Bible Institute to equip believers with sound biblical teaching for everyday life, and spent a month in Zimbabwe serving alongside local churches, sharing the Gospel and encouraging leaders. He and First Lady Cristal Roberts have been married for more than 47 years.
25+Years pastoring
47+Years married
7Years leading CNIR
Sermons
Hear the Word preached
Messages from Pastor Fredrick R. Roberts, recorded live at the Church of Eternal Life.
Preaching in the Sanctuary
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Sunday Bible Studies
Study the Pentateuch with us
Join Pastor Fredrick Roberts on Sundays for the Hebrew History Curriculum, a journey through the five books of Moses.
Study · Grow · Know · Apply
The Pentateuch
From the ancient Greek penta (“five”) and teuchos (“scroll” or “volume”).
- Genesis
- Exodus
- Leviticus
- Numbers
- Deuteronomy
Bring your Bible and a notebook. Everyone is welcome, whether you are opening these books for the first time or have studied them for years.
TeacherPastor Fredrick Roberts
CurriculumHebrew History Curriculum
Offered throughCOEL Bible Institute · COEL Bible Curriculum Extension
WhenSundays. Call (408) 891-7244 for times.
Building faith. Equipping believers. Extending the Word.
Media Ministry
Christian News & Investigative Reports
Real news for a real world, through a biblical lens.
Truth · Faith · A Higher Perspective
CNIR is a faith-based news and media platform that reports on today’s most important issues from a Christian, biblical worldview: religion, faith, culture, politics, global events and the persecution of believers. Its purpose is to inform, equip and encourage believers and truth-seekers, and to cover the stories mainstream media often leaves out.
Pastor Roberts founded CNIR and has served as its chief editor for the last 7 years.
“And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”John 8:32 (KJV)
COEL Worship · Eternal Life
One heart. One voice. One purpose.
Who we are
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We love like JesusEvery person who walks through our doors is welcomed as family.
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We worship in spirit & truthHeartfelt praise led by the COEL Worship team.
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We grow in God’s WordBible-centered preaching and teaching for every season of life.
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We serve with purposeUsing our gifts to meet real needs in San Martin and the South County.
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We reach our worldCarrying the Gospel beyond our walls, from our neighborhood to the nations.
Faith·Family·Fellowship
Plan Your Visit
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Reach out to the church office for service times, prayer requests, or to connect with Pastor and First Lady Roberts.