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
Possibilities for Many Circumstances
She entered the church silently, moved to where chairs had been set up for a leadership training seminar, and sat down with arms crossed. Enrolled in the Biblical Interpretation module, Neela (phonetic spelling) maintained a stern expression and did not interact...
Let’s Sing a Hymn!
One evening, after visiting a night market in Taiwan, Trevor and I decided to return to our hotel. As we walked, Trevor gave me updates about his work with The Voice of the Martyrs Korea, how he and his team boldly preach the gospel to people they encounter, sometimes...
Pursuing Jesus
Before arriving in Asia, our prayer was, “Lord, strategically place us where we can minister to people.” The answer was evident when Kelly* smiled and asked me to walk with her and a friend to the local market. The following day, we met, and as we started toward the...
A Cross-Cultural Union Fueling Asia’s Faith
Helri and Phuong’s story transcends borders. It is a story of shared passion for Jesus. Helri, an ordained elder from the Free Methodist General Conference of the Philippines, met Phuong, a dynamic young leader from Creative Access-VN, during the 2018 Young Leader’s...
Saying Yes to Unexpected Opportunities
My story begins in Baguio City, Philippines. I was 11 years old when the Free Methodist work began in our city. At an early age, I established a personal relationship with God and had the opportunity to develop my talents in a community of love and faith. Although my...
Brother, Are You in a Tree?
Brother, are you in a tree? That is an actual question asked during a training conducted for pastors in Creative Access Country-NP. The answer was – yes, that pastor really was in a tree. The location of his village meant he had to climb a tree to get cell service to...