Angel Alcantar

Missionary

Working with the Oiwa church of Christ located in Shizuoka City, Japan to help sow the Word and spread the Gospel to everyone

This work is being overseen by the University church of Christ located in San Marcos, TX

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Planned ETA to Japan: Late October 2025

I am currently raising financial support to be a full time missionary to help the Oiwa church of Christ in Shizuoka Japan. This congregation just lost it’s last member who passed away in December 2024. It was established by Sara Andrews in 1925 along with several other congregations. If you are a congregation or an individual that would like to help out, please feel free to reach out to receive my missionary packet. 

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    Why Japan?

    Japan is an incredible country with a rich cultural heritage, but it’s also a place where the message of Christ is not widely known. Despite its advancements and global influence, less than 1% of Japan’s population identifies as Christian. Many people in Japan live without ever hearing about the love and hope found in Jesus.

    For me, the decision to become a missionary to Japan comes from a deep sense of purpose. Japan faces challenges such as isolation, stress, and societal pressure, which can leave people feeling disconnected and searching for meaning. I believe that the gospel can offer a transformative message of hope, peace, and community.

    What excites me about Japan is not only its rich culture but also the opportunity to share God’s Word with those who have not yet heard it. Japan is a place where many live without the hope of the gospel, and I feel a deep calling to bring the message of God’s love and salvation to those who need it most.

    Ultimately, my call to Japan is driven by a commitment to the Great Commission—to go and make disciples of all nations. In a country where the need is great and the laborers are few (Matthew 9:37–38), I feel privileged to be one of those who can help plant seeds of faith.

    I would love for you to be part of this mission, whether through prayer, encouragement, or support. Together, we can bring the love of Christ to a country in need of hope.

    120000 M+

    Japan's Population

    > 10

    church members

    ~ 0

    churches of Christ

    0

    Current Missionaries in the Field

    Just Some Statistics...

    Religion in Japan

    Christianity in Japan is a minority faith, with only about 1.5% of the population identifying as Christian. However, the percentage drops significantly when focusing on evangelical churches, to around 0.5%. Among the Churches of Christ, this number is even smaller, estimated at about 0.001%, or roughly 1,500 members.

    The country is largely influenced by Buddhism and Shintoism, with many people practicing a blend of both at about 98M. Unfortunately, the number of missionaries to Japan has decreased by 34% over the past 20 years. While this could be positive if local churches were taking on the work, it’s clear that the need for workers is still great. Many past missionaries have retired or returned home, and few new ones have come to replace them.

    This is why I feel called to go to Japan. I see the need for more workers and know I can be part of the solution. I’m excited to join the mission and contribute to the work already underway.