Hi, my name is Bianca and I am so blessed to share that this summer, I have the incredible opportunity to serve on a mission with JEMS in Toyohashi, Japan. Growing up, I watched older students go on missions, always wondering when my turn would come. As I recently entered college and deepened my relationship with the Lord, I felt an increasing desire to serve in a meaningful way. When I saw the announcement for this mission trip during my AACF large group, I asked myself, “How can I use this ministry to serve God?” Hearing God calling me to serve Him, I decided to take this step forward.

Japan stood out to me because I learned that only 1% of the population identifies as Christian. This made me reflect on both my own faith journey and the opportunity to share God’s love with a community that may not have had much exposure to it. I was drawn to the idea of building cross-cultural connections and learning from the Japanese people. Through this mission, I hope not only to grow in my faith but also to walk alongside others, spreading the love of Christ in a place where it is less known.

As I prepare for my mission, I would love for your support--whether through prayer, encouragement, or financial giving. Looking forward to sharing how God moves through this journey!

Give online here or if you prefer to give by check, make the check out to “JEMS” and write my name on the memo line. Mail the check to P.O. Box 86047, Los Angeles, CA 90086-0047. If you have any questions please call the JEMS office at 213-613-0022 or email us.