The Woerner Family

Sendai, Japan

“Plant a multiplying church in one of the world’s most spiritually unreached nations.”

  • 📍 Sendai, Japan

  • Team: Stephen & Yire Woerner

  • Gospel Access: Only 1 church for every 16,000 people

  • Partnership Needs: Financial support, intercession, long-term partnership

  • Current Focus: Church plant in Sendai — Freedom Life Church

  • Vision: Reach the city, plant 12 churches across Japan, and extend to the nations

Japan is one of the most gospel-scarce nations in the world, with less than 1% of the population identifying as Christian. In cities like Sendai, people face crushing social pressure, emotional isolation, and deep spiritual hunger.

Stephen and Yire Woerner are planting a Spirit-filled church rooted in discipleship, multiplication, and healing. Their model includes evangelism, cell groups, and leadership development—empowering believers to walk in freedom and proclaim Christ boldly.

Support Needed: Monthly Partnerships, Prayer, Short-Term Teams, One-Time Gifts

Country Coordinator: Elaine Fung

🎯Fundraising Target: $2,000 in Monthly Support

PARTNERSHIP CIRCLE

Partner alongside other Metro District churches

  • Main Street Alliance (Manahawkin, NJ)

  • Phillipsburg Alliance (Phillipsburg, NJ)

  • Queens Herald Church (Queens, NY)

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