A new church in Ibiza is using house music to reach the island’s partygoers and has already celebrated its first baptism, just days after its official launch.

Ibiza Lighthouse Church, the only English-speaking church on the island, held its first service on Sunday, attracting over 70 people.

Rapper and church leader Mark Edwards began his ministry as an evangelistic rap artist known as MC Tempo.

He told Premier Christian News that as he rapped in nightclubs, God “broke his heart” for people there.

“It was like ministry 101, you see someone struggling, you serve them. You get an opportunity to minister to them - it was nothing more complicated than that,” he said.

The goal of the church, according to Edwards, is to offer the message of Jesus to those often overlooked by traditional churches.

"We launched with 77 people, which is quite a lot considering it’s out of season," Edwards said.

"We baptised one of the biggest rave promoters on the island who fills nightclubs two months in advance."

Ibiza, known for its nightlife, may seem like an unlikely setting for a church, but Edwards believes the island’s party culture presents a unique opportunity.

"House music is an integral part of the culture here," he said. "It’s a great way to reach DJs, rappers, and people who wouldn’t normally attend a more traditional church."

The church’s mission is to offer spiritual support to Ibiza’s diverse population, which includes partygoers, a growing immigrant community, and over 3 million tourists each year.

"We want to see people come here, encounter Jesus, and actively connect them to churches back home," Edwards said, "God is doing something incredible here.