Japan at a Glance
Here’s the reality Japan’s church is facing today:
⛪
~50%
of Japan's pastors were over 70 as of 2017.
🙏
1%
Christian
⛪
70%
of churches have fewer than 30 people attending.
🌱
10,000
young pastors and leaders needed.
The 2030 Crisis
⛪ 3,000 to 5,000 churches have no pastor or one who needs to retire, and only about 120 new pastors graduate each year.
⚠️ More than 100 churches already close each year. Some predict half of Japan's churches will be without a pastor by 2030.
🙏 A whole generation could grow up without the Gospel.
the Opportunity
When I saw this reality firsthand, God called me from Hawaii to Tokyo to respond. Many faithful pastors and leaders are serving, but too few young pastors and leaders are ready to step in.
That’s why I’m discipling and equipping Japan’s next generation, so the Gospel doesn’t stop here.
With your partnership, we can raise 10,000 young pastors and leaders. Each gift helps prepare leaders who will carry the Gospel forward for decades to come.
Vision 2030 | How We’ll Get There
To raise 10,000 young pastors and leaders, I’m starting with a personal goal: disciple 100 leaders who will each go on to raise 100 more. Through this multiplication, we can see a generation of leaders equipped to carry the Gospel into Japan’s future.
Evangelism
Reaching young adults with the Gospel through creative outreach.
Discipleship
Equipping believers to grow in faith and lead others.
Community
Creating belonging through events, dinners and fellowship.
Creativity
Using media, worship, and storytelling to reach Gen Z.
Partnership
Strengthening Japan’s Church through collaboration.
Partnered With:
NEW HOPE JAPAN
Help Raise 10,000 Pastors & Leaders for Japan
Your partnership equips young adults to carry the Gospel forward in Japan for generations.
✅ Every gift is tax-deductible through EquipNet.
✅ 100% of donations go directly to ministry in Japan evangelism, discipleship, and leadership training.
✅ You can start with a one-time gift — every seed makes a difference.