캐나다 나이아가라 지역에는 매 학기마다 50~80명 정도의 일본 유학생들이 오고 있습니다. 감사하게도 저희 가정에서 시작하게 된 일본유학생 홈스테이가 씨앗이 되어 현재는 매주 10명의 일본 대학생들과 예배모임, 코리안 클라스, 그리고 식사나눔 등을 시작하게 되었습니다. 이 학생들은 대부분 1학기를 마치고 4개월 후에는 일본으로 돌아가지만, 계속해서 후배 학생들이 다음학기에 오게 됩니다. 저희 기관은 구체적으로 두 학교, Kansai Gaidai University 와 Kyoto University of Foreign Studies 의 학생들을 대상으로 지속적인 만남과 섬김을 통해 예수님을 그들에게 소개하려고 합니다.
사실 관심도 없었던 일본선교를 시작하게 될 줄은 몰랐습니다. 이렇게 일본 대학생들을 갑자기 저희에게 보내주신 하나님의 특별한 계획과 뜻이 있는줄 믿습니다. 저희는 주어진 대로 최선을 다해 이 학생들을 섬기고 사랑하려고 합니다. 그러다보면 자연스럽게 그들이 교회를 궁금해 하고 예수님을 궁금해 하게 될 것입니다.
1. 목적과 방향성
4개월 총 16주의 기간에 맞춰서 모임과 커리큘럼을 준비하려고 합니다. 예를 들어 첫째주는 신입생 환영회가 될 것이고, 4주가 지난 후에 5주 부터는 구체적으로 성경을 통해 한글을 가르치고 예배모임을 시작하게 됩니다. 또한 한 번은 야외로 나가 함께 놀고 먹는 시간도 가지려고 합니다. 복음을 직접적으로 전하는 것은 어렵지만 자연스럽게 그들이 교회와 하나님에 대해서 궁금해 하도록 열심히 사랑하고 섬기는 방향성으로 나아가려고 합니다.
2. 대상 및 목표
나이아가라 지역에 유학오는 모든 일본 대학생들을 대상으로 합니다. 꼭 일본 대학생이 아니어도 됩니다. 자연스럽게 연결 된 다른 친구들도 얼마든지 이 모임에 함께 할 수 있습니다.
* 일본국제학생 미니스트리 홍보
* 와츠앱 단체방 만들기
* 학교 후배들에게 모임 소개하기
* 식사모임
* 코리안클라스
* 예배모임
3. 후원자 참여방법
* 수요모임 식사후원 - CAD $50
* 주일예배 간식후원 - CAD $50
4. 확장 계획(2년차)
* 구체적으로 나이아가라에 유학을 오는 일본 대학교와 파트너십 맺기
* 홈페이지&SNS 등 홍보하기
* 일본인 교회 개척하기
5. 일본유학생 미니스트리 사역 예산
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* 월 식사비(총 4회): CAD $200
* 야유회(1회): CAD $300
Japanese International Student Ministry (JISM)
Ministry Vision, Mission, and Development Plan
Introduction: How God Opened the Door
Every semester, approximately 50–80 Japanese international students come to the Niagara region of Canada to study.
By God's grace, what began as a simple homestay opportunity for Japanese international students in our home has grown into a new ministry. We have now begun gathering weekly with approximately 10 Japanese university students for worship, Korean language classes, fellowship, and shared meals.
Most of these students stay in Canada for one semester, approximately four months, before returning to Japan. However, new groups of students continue to arrive each semester, creating ongoing opportunities to build relationships and share God's love.
Our ministry will focus particularly on students from two Japanese universities:
- Kansai Gaidai University
- Kyoto University of Foreign Studies
Through consistent relationships, hospitality, and genuine care, we hope to introduce these young people to Jesus Christ.
To be honest, I never imagined that I would become involved in Japanese missions. Japan was not a country I had previously considered as a mission field. Yet I believe God has a special purpose and plan in unexpectedly bringing these Japanese students into our lives.
Our desire is simply to be faithful with the opportunities God has given us. We want to serve and love these students wholeheartedly. As we build genuine friendships and demonstrate Christ's love through our actions, we hope they will naturally become curious about the church, about God, and ultimately about Jesus Christ.
1. Ministry Purpose and Direction
We plan to develop a structured 16-week ministry program, corresponding to the students' four-month academic semester.
The program will focus on building relationships first, followed by opportunities for cultural exchange, Korean language learning, fellowship, and spiritual exploration.
For example:
- Week 1: Welcome gathering for newly arrived students
- Weeks 2–4: Relationship building through meals, fellowship, and cultural activities
- Weeks 5–16: Korean language classes incorporating Bible passages, along with regular worship gatherings and opportunities to explore the Christian faith
- Special Activity: One outdoor fellowship event, including recreational activities and a shared meal
We recognize that directly sharing the gospel may not always be easy, especially with students who have little or no background in Christianity.
Rather than placing pressure on students, our approach will be to demonstrate the love of Christ through sincere hospitality, friendship, and consistent care.
Our prayer is that, through these relationships, students will naturally develop an interest in the church, in God, and in the message of Jesus Christ.
2. Target Group and Ministry Goals
Our ministry is open to all Japanese university students studying in the Niagara region.
Participation is not limited to Japanese students. Friends from other countries and backgrounds are also welcome to join through personal connections and invitations.
Key Ministry Activities
- Ministry Promotion: Introduce the Japanese International Student Ministry to newly arriving students.
- WhatsApp Community: Create and maintain a group chat for communication, encouragement, and fellowship.
- Student-to-Student Connections: Encourage current participants to introduce the ministry to incoming students from their universities.
- Fellowship Meals: Provide regular opportunities to share meals and build meaningful friendships.
- Korean Language Classes: Teach practical Korean through cultural activities and selected Bible passages.
- Worship Gatherings: Create welcoming opportunities for students to experience Christian worship and learn about the Christian faith.
Our goal is not simply to organize activities but to develop genuine, lasting relationships that may continue even after students return to Japan.
3. How Supporters Can Participate
We invite individuals, families, and churches to partner with us through prayer, encouragement, and financial support.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Ministry ActivitySponsorship Amount
| Wednesday Fellowship Meal | CAD $50 per gathering |
| Sunday Worship Refreshments | CAD $50 per gathering |
Supporters may sponsor a single gathering or participate regularly throughout the semester.
Every contribution helps us create a welcoming environment where international students can experience hospitality, friendship, and the love of Christ.
4. Expansion Plan: Year Two
As the ministry develops, we hope to establish a more sustainable foundation for long-term outreach to Japanese international students.
Our second-year goals include:
1. Establish Partnerships with Japanese Universities
Explore opportunities to develop relationships and formal partnerships with Japanese universities that regularly send students to the Niagara region.
2. Develop a Ministry Website and Social Media Presence
Create an official website and social media channels to introduce the ministry, share activities, and help incoming students connect with our community before arriving in Canada.
3. Explore Planting a Japanese Church
Prayerfully explore the possibility of establishing a Japanese-speaking church community in the Niagara region, providing ongoing spiritual care, discipleship, and fellowship for Japanese students and residents.
5. Japanese International Student Ministry Budget
Ministry Expenses
ExpenseEstimated Cost
| Monthly Fellowship Meals (4 gatherings) | CAD $200 |
| Outdoor Fellowship Event (1 event) | CAD $300 |
Estimated Ministry Budget
PeriodAmount
| Monthly Meal Budget | CAD $200 |
| Meals for One Semester (4 months) | CAD $800 |
| One Outdoor Fellowship Event | CAD $300 |
| Total Estimated Budget per Semester | CAD $1,100 |
Sunday worship refreshments are available as a separate sponsorship opportunity and are not included in the expense total above.
Our Prayer and Commitment
We believe that God has opened an unexpected door for ministry among Japanese international students in the Niagara region. What began with welcoming students into our home has become an opportunity to share our lives, our faith, and the love of Jesus Christ with young people who may never have experienced a Christian community before. We do not know exactly how God will develop this ministry in the years ahead. However, we believe that every relationship, every shared meal, every conversation, and every act of kindness can become a seed of the gospel. Our commitment is to faithfully love and serve the students God brings into our lives, trusting Him to work in their hearts in His perfect timing.
Our vision is simple: To welcome, love, and serve Japanese international students, helping them encounter the love of Jesus Christ through genuine relationships and Christian community.
Japanese International Student Ministry (JISM)
Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada
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