Helri and Phuong are called to be a part of the Free Methodist vision to influence a million for Jesus in Asia, where 85.4% of the world’s least-evangelized people live. Helri is part of the Gethsemane Leadership Training team, developing faithful leaders who will develop other leaders and multiply churches. Phuong compiles stories of what God is doing in Asia to inspire others to become a part of the vision.
Hieu and Ai are devoted young leaders serving in a creative access country.. Their role encompasses church planting, collaborating with local...
Jason and Wendi began their service with FMWM – Asia in 2011. They currently live in Chiang Mai, Thailand supporting the growth and development of God’s kingdom in Thailand and broader Southeast Asia. Through graphic design, English education at Chiang Mai University’s School of Medicine, mentee relationships with Thai doctors and medical professionals, and the discipleship and mentoring of Thai pastors and leaders, Jason assists with the overall strategy of Asia to reach 1 million Asians for Jesus and raise 10,000 leaders.
As a U.S.-based partner for FMWM-Asia, Kristen travels to Asia to teach pastoral development modules as part of the Gethsemane Leadership Training team. She represents the Asia Area director supporting and developing the Free Methodist Church in Creative Access-BG in partnership with the Immanuel Conference of Creative Access-IN. She also coaches and encourages Asian women in ministry.
Mark and Judi Morrison were married in 1980; they have four children and 11 grandchildren. Mark has served in full-time pastoral ministry since 1977. Today he and Judi lead Shepherd Ministries, which is reaching out to university students, ministering to those who have left the local church and encouraging pastors. As VISA missionaries, Mark and Judi provide pastoral care and support to Free Methodist missionaries in Asia. Their role includes encouragement and spiritual nurturing via Zoom calls, email and field visits.
Teresita serves as president of the Philippine Free Methodist Social Ministries inc. (PFMSMI), which cares for abandoned and at-risk children. Ian volunteers as the physical plan maintenance worker at Ahon Community Care Center (ACCC). Now they are stepping into a new journey of faith, outreach and transformation in Fiji.
Joshua and Elizabeth Opena serve the FMWM-Asia team as U.S.-based partners, providing support and development in Asia under the leadership of Area Director Eric and FMC-Asia missionary Alan Bacus.
The Persings serve in Southeast Asia with a focus on the ministries of Thailand. Corey is the national coordinator of ICCM work in Thailand, serving seven project sites. He also serves on the Asia Leadership Team as a mentor/adviser for national leadership and ministry in Southeast Asia. Connie serves on the Thailand ICCM National Committee and provides hospitality, encouragement and a healthy perspective on their work.
Roger Stone has been an affiliate missionary since 2008. He and his wife, Vangie, work in consulting with Ayta Mag-Indi and Ayta Mag-Antsi teams translating the Old Testament and the Ayta Ambala team translating the New Testament. They are also involved in promoting Scripture use.
Susan currently chairs a nonprofit organization that serves as a platform for churches, government and non-governmental organizations in Taiwan and Creative Access Asia – IA. This group is active in sharing love, hope and faith with migrant workers, international students and new immigrants. She served as vice president of administration at Taiwan’s Holy Light Seminary from 2009 to 2015. Previously, Susan was a missionary to Taiwan for 20 years (1976-96).
