Mark & Rachel Kim

Rachel first learned of Japan’s deep need for Jesus through her father—the first Christian in his Japanese family. Mark’s Korean immigrant background gave him a heart for cross-cultural ministry. After meeting in seminary where they received degrees in counseling and divinity, God called them to share the love and hope of Christ with the Japanese people.

Though Japan is rich in beauty, culture, and global influence, less than 1% of its people know Jesus. Most will go through life without ever meeting a Christian, thus the need for gospel workers and next-generation Christian leaders is great.

In 2019, they joined the team at Christ Bible Institute in Nagoya. CBI includes a seminary, church planting and revitalization center, and publishing and counseling ministries. Mark serves in communications and promotions, while Rachel serves in the counseling ministry.

Please pray with them that God would strengthen and multiply the Japanese Church—for His glory and the joy of Japan.