The USGA has received the attached 3^rd contribution request from Sacramento Church, seeking continued support and intercession for their ongoing renovation.

Within the letter there are photos of the current condition of the new chapel building as part of the project update.

Please feel free to reach out directly to Sacramento Church if you have any feedback or suggestions.

Thank God for your love, support and prayers.

Enclosure: Sacramento Church FundRaising Letter

Adelaide Church’s second phase construction was completed in early 2025 where RE classrooms and extra toilets were built. Adelaide Church held their church dedication service on 10 May 2025. Pr. Ezra Chong, the newly elected chairperson of the Eastern Hemisphere Department of World Mission (EHDWM) was invited to assist with the dedication service. The Australia National Church Conference and Australia Coordination Board EXCO meeting were also held at the same time. 

Thanks be to God that apart from Adelaide, expansion plans were also seen in churches in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.

Melbourne Church purchased a property in the northern side of the city in the suburb of Preston. Renovation work was completed in late 2024 and the first Sabbath service was held on 8 March 2025.

Sydney Church purchased a third property in August 2024 at 11-13 President Road, Kellyville NSW. This property is located in the north west corridor of Sydney. The property consists of two lots of land with a total area of 2,900 square meter with an existing 2-storey building previously used as a school and also an older 4-bedroom residential building. This residential building will be demolished with plans to build a new chapel, training centre and accommodation quarters.

Brisbane Church purchased a property in Gold Coast to be used as a worship point. This property is located at 49 Discovery Drive, Helensvale. The land size is 1,069 square meters. The first Sabbath service was held in August 2024. 

In 2024, there were 3 deacons ordained in 2 churches. Dn. David Yong and Dn. Daniel Vun were ordained in Melbourne and Dn. Keoni Yang was ordained in Sydney.

Thank the grace of God that the membership in Australia has seen a year-on-year increase and there have been more than 1,000 believers since 2019. Churches in the major cities have also branched out like Sydney and Melbourne. New deacons were ordained to commit to the divine service in His kingdom. May God continue to guide and give growth to the churches in Australia (I Corinthians 3:7).

For the year 2026, the USGA would like to designate “Come and See” (Jn 1:46) as the annual theme for all local churches to follow.

This theme is to guide all local churches to focus on evangelical work in the new year.  As the great commission that was entrusted to the church by our Lord Jesus, we must preach the gospel and make disciples of all the nations (Mt 28:19~20).

With this proposed theme, we would like the local churches to focus upon the following areas, including but not limited to:

1. Encourage and motivate each and every member of the congregation to make a personal effort to bring at least one friend to church throughout the year 2026.

2. Ideally, the church should aim to hold monthly evangelical services on a regular basis. At minimum, these services should be conducted at least once per quarter to maintain consistent outreach efforts.

3. Encourage and facilitate the presence of a choir to provide musical support and spiritual reinforcement during evangelical services, as their ministry can help strengthen this important spiritual battle through worship and song.

The USGA would like to inform you and draw increased awareness to the weekly Spanish Bible Study held on Zoom every Wednesday.

The objective of this Bible study is to provide pastoral support using Spanish through the study of the Bible and our church doctrines.

The information to sign in is as follows:

Schedule

United States

• 5PM – 6PM (PST)
• 6PM – 7PM (MST)
• 7PM – 8PM (CST)
• 8PM – 9PM (EST)

Method: Zoom

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81758332506?pwd=U2RLeGlkOXRYekduaTdCV054Q0FRUT09

Meeting ID: 817 5833 2506

Password: 127794

We sincerely welcome members and friends who want to listen to and learn more Spanish to join!

May God continue to guide the Spanish Ministry!

 

Preface

“ ‘Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit,’ says the Lord of armies.” (Zech 4:6b, NASB)

Planting and Watering—God Gives the Growth

The history of the church in Japan began in 1926, when 44 Japanese individuals residing in Taiwan accepted the gospel. In 1946, the gospel was brought back to Japan following the conclusion of World War II in August 1945. The believers scattered around Japan forming various places of worship; however, due to a lack of pastoral care and the passing away of early church workers, the holy work remained stagnant. But, “a bent reed He will not break off, and a dimly burning wick He will not extinguish.” On October 1, 1953, the Tokyo Church was established, branching out from the church in Taiwan as its mother church. Japanese publications were circulated, the truth was learned, and the foundation of faith was formed. In May 1997, Omurai House of Prayer was established, followed by the Tokyo Sumida Church in 1998. In April 2015,  Yokohama Church and Chiba Church were established consecutively. Preachers, elders, leaders, and council members planted and watered, and God gave the growth (1 Cor 3:6-9).

Accomplishments and Works—Established by God

Thanks to God’s guidance, in November 2010, the Temporary Japan Coordination Board was established and draft regulations were formed under the auspices of the International Assembly in order to strengthen the organization of the church. On January 10, 2011, the first National Church Conference (NCC) was held in Japan, the establishment of the Japan Coordination Board was approved, and pastoral efforts towards the houses of prayer in Kawaguchi and Kansai were strengthened.

On July 28, 2024, the NCC voted to establish the Japan General Assembly. In September, the chairperson of the International Assembly visited Japan to care for its holy work.  On November 28, 2024, after review and approval of the proposal from the NCC,the Japan General Assembly was formally established. On December 22, 2024, the Japan Coordination Board held a joint meeting of holy workers and delegates to elect council members for the General Assembly.

According to the handbook of the International Assembly, if a country or region has five or more churches or houses of prayer, with more than a total of 1,000 members and the ability to be self-reliant, self-supporting, and self-propagating, a General Assembly may be established under the direction of the International Assembly.

Equipping the Saints for the Work of the Ministry

In November 2024, the International Assembly approved the establishment of the Japan General Assembly. During the NCC, 15 members were selected to serve as the Committee Chair, department heads, regional representatives, head of the theological seminary program, and legal representative. 

On November 17, 2024, an orientation workshop was held at Yokohama Church for the newly elected GA council members and local church leaders, during which they were encouraged to work together in the ministry and be good stewards of the multifaceted grace of God.

On December 22, 2024, the NCC elected a chair and vice-chair of the conference, along with coordinators and members of joint committees. These committees and positions were established in order to improve the organization and management of the church, to divide and conquer the work so that the holy work may flourish. As the Scripture says, “to [equip] the saints for the work of the ministry, for the building up of the body of Christ, from whom the whole body, being fitted and held together by what every joint supplies, according to the proper working of each individual part, causes the growth of the body for the building up of itself in love” (Eph 4:12, 16).

Succession of Servitude—a Weighty Mission

On January 12, 2025, a special service was held to commemorate the establishment of the General Assembly of the True Jesus Church in Japan. Everyone gathered together to witness the history of the church in Japan—78 years filled with God’s grace. The special service was led by Preacher Elisha Kobayashi, with Deacon Kenji Kinoshita interpreting. Preacher Aaron Wang led a prayer in understanding, and Deacon Tomutomi Kinoshita read passages from Scripture. Former Head of the Japan Coordination Board, Deacon Isaac Lee, spoke, saying: “The Lord Jesus is the Lord over history. When the seed of the gospel first spread to Japan, it endured the harsh winter but was also nourished by the spring rain, and blossomed and bore fruit in the gentle breeze. The Spirit of God moved generations of people. With the help and guidance of the Holy Spirit, we journeyed through Sumida and Arakawa, built homes in the plains, pitched tents along the cherry blossom-lined streets, and stood in awe at the crossroads of Abeno, Osaka. Every step is a testament to the work of the Holy Spirit. Generations come and pass, yet Jesus Christ has no beginning nor end—He is eternal and unchanging. Vessels used by God in their generation have become inscribed in history. Those who are remembered by God receive eternal life. We look into the future with hope, relying on the pillar of cloud and fire, unhindered by wind or rain. May God continue to guide the holy work in Japan and glorify His name in this vast land.” The Japanese choir also presented hymns, including “True Jesus Church” and “God Abides,” which deeply moved and inspired the listeners.

The first chair of the General Assembly, Elder Sengi Kinoshita, expressed: 

“With a heavy heart, we take up the burden of holy work as small vessels. Japan is a tough ground for the seed of the gospel. It has been 78 years; 50 years ago, God prepared fellow workers from abroad for the holy work of the present day. Through His grace and mercy, the tough ground was nourished by the sweet rain and allowed the seeds to take root, blossom, and bear fruit. We hope to press onward towards the goal, reaping thirty-, sixty-, even a hundred-fold, rising up and walking through the land, standing firm in the land, with Japan in our hearts, looking towards the world, establishing the faith of the next generation and guiding the Japanese people to the truth. May we accomplish the commission that God has entrusted to us today with all our heart and strength, not by might, nor by power, but by His Spirit, that the glory of the church in Japan may be greater than it was before, glorifying the name of the Lord.”

Then Elder Fuming Tse, who was sent by the International Assembly to assist the holy work in Japan, gave an encouragement saying: 

“Today Japan has established its General Assembly, and my heart is touched and  filled with gratitude. God has done a new thing for Japan—in 2019, the holy work plan for Japan included pastoral care, evangelism, and training, as well as five future visions: establish a gospel outreach base, planning the expansion of local churches, establish holistic church organization, revising regulations and bylaws, and establish the Japan General Assembly. Today, hope has been fulfilled; these beautiful dreams are a reality. Achievements, works, establishments—all of these come from God. He will show us great and mighty things. Looking into the future, churches will be established in the mountains of Kanto, Shinkoyasu, Kobe in Kansai, and more. God will lead, open the way, and accomplish wonderful things. May God increase the nation and extend all the borders of the land (Isa 26:15) so the church in Japan will rebuild its walls and extend its boundaries (Mic 7:11). May the Japan General Assembly be well-connected with other general assemblies and the International Assembly, a city of peace and prosperity (Ps 122:6-7).

Building on the Past and Ushering in the Future

Looking back, the ministry of the church in Japan underwent a period of stagnation. However, in this time of difficulty, every generation of elders, preachers, and holy workers were united in heart and mind to prosper the gospel and advance the holy work. God promised us:

“Enlarge the place of your tent;
Stretch out the curtains of your dwellings, do not spare them;
Lengthen your ropes
And strengthen your pegs.
For you will spread out to the right and to the left.
And your descendants will possess nations
And will resettle the desolate cities.” (Isa 54:2-3)

May God’s grace be abundantly poured out upon the churches of Japan. May God’s love inspire the believers in all places; may God’s spirit greatly move us today; may He begin a good work in us so that we may prosper the gospel with one heart and mind. May God open the door of evangelism in every corner of Japan, so that the gospel may greatly flourish (Col 4:2-3; Acts 19:20), and may He increase the nation and extend all the borders of the land.

USGA has received the attached 2nd contribution request from San Diego House of Prayer for support and intercession for the ongoing purchase.
The letter contains details of and an update on the project in both English and Chinese.

Feel free to reach out to San Diego House of Prayer if you have any feedback or suggestions.

Thank God for your love, support and prayers.

MYANMAR MISSION COMMITTEE (MMC)

Report for 2024

All praise be to God for protecting our members in Myanmar! 

Since the coup d’état in Myanmar in February 2021, God has been guiding and protecting our members in Myanmar despite the many challenges that they have been facing.

The political situation in Myanmar remains volatile, with periods of intense clashes between the military and civilian resistance forces especially in the Northwestern Myanmar region, where some of our churches are located. The conflicts are currently moving closer and closer to major cities, such as Mandalay and Yangon.

Livelihood remains a challenge for the vast majority of our members due to inflation and disruption to economical activities in Myanmar. To add on to their woes, conflicts along the various trunk roads have limited supply flow of items within Myanmar.

In view of the difficulties faced by our members in Myanmar, MMC has continued to assist some members with food aid, medical aid, and education aid for students. 

Due to the volatile situation in Myanmar, more than ten of our youths have gone overseas to work, not only to earn a living for their families but also to avoid the ongoing military conscription. They are scattered in countries such as China, Oman, UAE, Cambodia, and Singapore. In addition, four of our church members’ families from Taungzalat and Sawbuayesin Church have temporarily shifted to Mizoram, India for refuge.

Regular church services continue to be conducted in all of our churches in Myanmar.

Taungzalat and Yangon Church

These are churches in major cities and towns. Myanmar has two local preachers, and both of them are based in Taungzalat/Yangon. Other than the local preachers delivering the sermons, our ministers from Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia have been assisting in spiritual convocations and sermon delivery to the members of these two churches through the Zoom platform. For these two churches, youth services and REU classes have been ongoing on a weekly basis.  

Sawbuayesin Church

This is a church in a village, situated about 75 km away from Kalay town. We have a congregation of 58 members. Due to the location of the village along a main trunk road to India, which is surrounded by many military camps, our local preachers have had limited access to the village over the years. 

We thank God that our members are gathering on a regular basis for service and RE lessons. Although the village was targeted and bombed by fighter jets on two occasions over the last year, our church and our members were protected from harm.

Natkyikong Church

This is a church in a village that is near Kalay town. The church has a membership of 18 members. Weekly Sabbath services are conducted by the preacher who is based in Tuangzalat Church. The members are also able to travel to Tuangzalat Church for spiritual meetings and church events.

MMC would like to take the opportunity to thank our brothers and sisters worldwide for your unceasing prayers and concern for the church in Myanmar. We humbly ask for continued intercession for our brethren in Myanmar.
Amen!

USGA has received the attached 2nd contribution request (English and Chinese) from Garden Grove church for support and intercession for the ongoing construction.

Within the letter are links to some photos and details about the project.

Feel free to reach out to Garden Grove church if there is any feedback or suggestions.

Thank God for your love, support and prayers.

Pastoral Affairs

Preachers from Sabah GA (Pr. Simeon Resin, Pr. Yairus Insing, Pr. Manasseh, Pr. Efraim Yuam, Pr. Barnabas Gimbadong) and Indonesia GA (Pr. Timotius Mida) assisted us in pastoring Malay-speaking members. Biannual spiritual meetings for Malay-speaking members in 4 regions were conducted in April/June and October with the themes “To Pluck Up & Break Down; To Destroy & Overthrow; To Build and Plant (Jer 1: 10)” and “Go on to Perfection (Heb 6:1)” respectively.   

For Indian members, Pr. Andrew Nickelson of the India Coordination Board assisted the work in Malaysia from 12 February to 12 March 2024. Besides the usual visitation and pastoral and evangelical works, he was fully involved in the translation of our church hymns into Tamil, working  with youths in Kajang Utama Church (Indian believers’ church). An evangelical service and spiritual meeting were held and live-streamed for members and truth-seekers in Sri Lanka.

IA sent Preacher Jeon Hong Hee from Korea to assist local preachers and ministers in the annual regional spiritual meetings in four regions. The theme was “Facing the Unpredictable Future.” 

Evangelical Affairs

Pulpit and hymnal evangelical services as well as gospel tea fellowships were held in local churches twice last year. National Evangelical Seminar on “Comparative Church Doctrines on Salvation” was conducted online on 11 August 2024 with 144 individual participants and 10 churches that hosted the seminar physically at their church premises.

Pioneering work in 7 localities of indigenous people in Perak state and amongst Myanmar Christians in Kuala Lumpur are ongoing. 104 people were baptized in 2024. 

Youths Affairs

• Regional Youth Exco Spiritual Nurture & Review meetings were carried out in 4 regions. The youths were encouraged with the topic “Overcoming Weaknesses in Service”.  Sessions on work progress review and the regional youth workplan for 2024 were held.
• Online youth training in the truth: 

1. National Youth Apologetics Training – Soteriology (1) & (2) by Dn. Isaiah Phan.
2. National Hermeneutics – Special Hermeneutics by Dn. Isaiah Phan.
   

• Tertiary Camp and Working Youth Fellowship:

1. National Tertiary Camp 1 – “From Your Hand We Have Given You” by Pr. Nahum Lim & Pr. Chien Jui Pin (Taiwan). 62 students attended.
2. National Tertiary Camp 2 – “Let A Double Portion of Your Spirit Be Upon Me” by Pr. Nehemiah Ooi & Pr. Isaac Pang. 96 students attended. 
3. National Working Youth Fellowship – “Be the Salt and the Light in the Workplace” by Pr. Nehemiah Ooi & Pr. Isaac Pang. 90 people attended. 

Education Affairs 

Bible Camps & Trainings:

Training Affairs

Courses that were conducted:

1. Youth Theological Training Course (2023) – Chinese & English Class. Turnout was 1st Year: 43 students; 2nd Year: 33 students and 3rd Year: 48 students.
2. Youth Theological Training Course (2023) – Malay Class. Turnout was 1st Year: 13 students; 2nd Year: 11 students and 3rd Year: 10 students.
3. Theological Training Course for Secondary School Graduates (2024). Pr. Chien Jui-Pin lectured on 1 & 2 Samuel Pr. Nahum Lim lectured on “Intermediate Hermeneutics”. The Central District Youth Committee shared their campus fellowship experiences. 18 students attended. 
4. Adult Theological Training Course Online (2024-1).  Pr. Chien Jui-Pin lectured on “Acts of the Apostles” and Pr. Hosea Hoo on “10 Commandments (2).”
5. Youth Theological Training Course Graduate Voluntary Programme – 5 brothers and 7 sisters registered for this program. Instructors were Eld. Joshua Phoong, Pr. Habakkuk Hee, Pr. Isaac Pang & Pr. Nahum Lim.