Free Methodist World Missions FMWM logo

The Free Methodist Church in

Asia

Eric & Virginia

Asia Area Director

For 35 years, Pastor Eric and his wife, Virginia, have faithfully served the Free Methodist Church in advancing the gospel and strengthening the global church. As Asia Area director for Free Methodist World Missions, Eric serves on behalf of the FMC-USA Board of Bishops, guiding the church’s growth across Asia. Rooted in Better Together biblical interdependence, he partners with FMC-Asia bishops, superintendents and national leaders to expand the church in 24 countries, equip missionaries, and foster deep connections between FMC-Asia and FMC-USA

Pray For

  • wisdom, discernment and grace in leading missionaries and collaborating with Asian national leaders to strengthen the Free Methodist Church
  • clarity in decision-making and balancing competing demands
  • expanding the church in Asia through new opportunities and partnerships
  • guidance in setting and funding strategic priorities to advance the gospel and embrace the Better Together model of interdependence
  • good health, spiritual renewal, and a healthy balance in marriage and family life despite busy schedules

 

The Father’s Perspective

The Father’s Perspective

Thailand is often called “The Land of Smiles.” Visitors quickly notice warm expressions everywhere – on crowded streets, in bustling markets and along quiet village paths. Yet those who live and minister in the region learn an important truth: Not every smile means...

read more
Hope Identified in a Hopeless Situation

Hope Identified in a Hopeless Situation

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” (Psalms 34:18) When darkness presses in and hope feels out of reach, God still finds a way to break through. Even in moments that feel utterly hopeless, His rescue can arrive through a...

read more
One Day’s Journey

One Day’s Journey

How far would you go so that someone might hear the name of Jesus for the very first time? The question echoes from Scripture itself: “How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard?”...

read more
A Journey of Light and Life

A Journey of Light and Life

The Light and Life Bible College (LLBC) was born in the jungles of Bunawan, Agusan del Sur, Philippines, with a vision that still burns brightly today. Established in 1955 by Free Methodist missionaries, classes opened on the ground floor of the missionary’s...

read more
From Darkness to Hope and Healing

From Darkness to Hope and Healing

 aEight years ago, a mother rushed her daughter, Shilpa, to Umri Christian Hospital (UCH). Shilpa was critically ill and in a coma after consuming a deadly poison in her third suicide attempt. Doctors placed Shilpa on a ventilator, and for two weeks her condition...

read more
Faith Over Fear, Always

Faith Over Fear, Always

“When a man’s ways please the Lord, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.” ─ Proverbs 16:7 A few years ago, in a particular region of Southeast Asia, our Free Methodist brothers and sisters faced intense challenges. Fearing persecution, some sought...

read more

HOME

FMWM IN ASIA

ALL MISSIONARIES