Korea missions team supports Japan Nazarene churches
Twenty-three youth and young adults from the Dae Kwang Church of the Nazarene in Pyeongtaek, South Korea, visited Okinawa, Japan, from 4 -11 February 2026, for an exposure to cross-cultural missions. The team spent a day cleaning at Keystone Nazarene Church, after which one team member shared that the experience “helped me let go of […]
Church of the Nazarene in Southeast Asia nation celebrates revival
Editor’s Note: For security reasons, the name of the country, local leaders, and specific ministry locations have been omitted or generalized in this report. In a nation still healing from the deep scars of a historic genocide, the Church of the Nazarene is telling a new story. It is no longer a story of mere […]
New Creation Center helps Myanmar diaspora in Thailand
The New Creation Center (NCC) program in Thailand, launched in 2023, is dedicated to serving children, who are one of the most vulnerable groups within the Myanmar diaspora. Many of these migrant families face significant barriers to education, as parents often have limited or no formal schooling themselves. As a result, the cycle of poverty […]
More than 30 accept Christ through youth, children’s outreach in Taiwan
On 6, 14, and 20 December 2025, a youth-led Christmas gospel flash mob took place across three communities in southern Taiwan. This event marked both a decisive outreach moment and a significant step of faith for the young people involved as it resulted in 70 people hearing the gospel. Organized by the Nazarene Youth International […]
Myanmar celebrates new district
A significant milestone quietly unfolded in Toungoo, Myanmar. Pastors, lay leaders, youth representatives, and ministry partners gathered for the First Myanmar Southeast District Assembly, held 8-9 January 2026. While the event was marked by celebration—singing, reports, and prayer—it was also a moment of profound relief and gratitude. This gathering is a testament not only to […]
Myanmar youth step into deeper faith at Zone NYI Conference
For the first time, youth leaders and young disciples from across the Mandalay Zone in Myanmar gathered at Antioch Gospel Church of the Nazarene in late September for a two-day Nazarene Youth International (NYI) conference that ignited revival, renewed vision, and a fresh sense of mission. The conference theme was “Launch Out into the Deep,” […]
Celebrating the life, ministry of Ako Arua
It is with heavy hearts that the Asia-Pacific Region joins the Papua New Guinea (PNG) Field in announcing the passing of Ako Arua, district superintendent of Papua New Guinea Central District. Arua was a loyal servant of Christ and a pillar of strength for the Church of the Nazarene in Port Moresby and across the […]
Talioe Meke elected Samoa District superintendent
The South Pacific Field announced the election of Talioe Meke as the new superintendent of the Samoa District on 13 November 2025. Meke attended Samoa Nazarene Theological College from 1992 to 1994. He sensed God’s call to pursue theological studies at age 19, and for more than three decades, he has remained faithful in ministry. […]
Sanaila Roqara elected superintendent of Fiji District
On 10 November 2025, the Fiji District elected Sanaila Roqara as its superintendent. “I’m thankful to God for the opportunity and humbled to serve as district superintendent of the Fiji District,” Roqara said. Roqara holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies from South Pacific Bible College. In September 2003, he was assigned to oversee […]
Asia-Pacific youth find breakthrough in digital evangelism
On 18 October 2025, young people from across the East Asia and Southeast Asia Fields of the Church of the Nazarene came together for an inspiring online NYI fellowship. The fellowship opened with joyful praise songs and a heartfelt prayer led by East Asia Field NYI Coordinator Joy Ruan. Asia-Pacific Region NYI Coordinator Sharon Latu […]