April 29, 2026
Written by: Hosanna Nitro
On April 27, 2026, all Next Gen Mission missionaries arrived at Incheon International Airport. They traveled to the HJ Heaven and Earth CheonBo Training Center, where they stayed the night—only to go back to the airport the next morning.
With a two-hour flight later, the missionaries landed in Japan! This was not on the original itinerary for this overseas time, but Next Gen Mission had an opportunity to support our brothers and sisters in Japan.
Next Gen Mission supported the Help! Rally organized with the Next-Generation Alliance of Belief and Intercession (NABI) group. They stayed the night in Tokyo and had the opportunity to meet Japanese leaders and interact with some Japanese members.
For some context, in March, the Family Federation in Japan was dissolved. All assets were liquidated, and the movement was no longer able to function as a proper organization. However, the missionaries learned that despite the loss of buildings, they could continue to find ways to gather. They found ways to practice their faith, for faith is not bound by location, but by the people.
Amidst the challenges and loss, our Japanese brothers and sisters were able to stand strong. And throughout this situation, the NABI group arose. This group consists of 400 second-generation members of the Family Federation movement who are standing up, advocating for the movement, and raising awareness.
Bringing it back to the present day, an opportunity came about where American brothers and sisters were able to support. America sent the missionaries of Next Gen Mission, along with Christian pastors and bishops, to Japan to help in this rally.
The rally was held at the famous Shibuya Crossing, a well-known tourist attraction in Tokyo. Here, the missionaries, church leaders, and other Japanese members sang, prayed, and shared messages of hope, faith, and encouragement. It got the attention of many passersby and sparked conversations about religious freedom.
The event was celebrated and reflected upon during dinner. More words were shared about the experience and the initial impact it’s had on those participating. Overall, it seems that the participants of the rally felt hopeful and grateful—hopeful that the future of the movement in Japan will be better, and grateful for the support that was received throughout the event.
