SUMMER MISSIONS

Support 2026 Team!

The goal of the summer mission program is that you would fall in love with the people and country of Japan! Less than 1% are gospel believing Christians. So you will have cross-cultural experiences as you share your faith, build lasting friendships, and help local congregations reach out to their communities. We want your relationship to God deepen because of serving in Japan. God may call you to become a career missionary, and perhaps the journey begins here! You'll be helping JEMS reach Japan, one person at a time!

  • Trip Dates: Mid July - August 2026

  • Mandatory in-person training: 4/11/2026, 5/30/2026

  • Team building meetings: TBA

Important Dates


Sample Schedule

Day 1 - landing in Japan, rest and get situated.

Day 2 – get to ministry location and start prep

Day 3 – attend church, give testimony and lead English worship songs

Day 4-18– Ministry at your location

Day 9 – rest/sightseeing/shopping

Day 10 – Help at worship service – testimony, worship

Day 11-15 – Ministry

Day 16 & 17 – R&R and Debrief

Day 21 – Leave back to US

Qualities of a good applicant:

  • Healthy and growing relationship with God

  • Humility

  • Servant heart

  • Flexibility

  • Good team player

  • Interest in Japan/Japanese culture

Finances

Support Raising Goals: $3500-$3800 (depending on where you are located)

If you have any questions, please email: rickc@jems.org