South Asia

At Mission ONE, our ministry is built on long-term solutions—working alongside local ministry leaders to address poverty and spiritual darkness in their communities. But when disaster strikes, these same faithful leaders are best positioned to respond immediately—because they are already there, serving, knowing the needs firsthand. Right now, in India, local pastors are leading relief…

Indonesia (MNN) — The population of Aceh is nearly 100% Muslim.

It’s the first day of his mission trip to the Dominican Republic in 1992, and Ryan* wakes up to find a line of locals at the gate eager to see “el doctor.” This trip isn’t even supposed to be a medical mission, but the locals somehow learned that there was an American doctor on the team.

In a region populated by unevangelized people groups, the church is growing where faithful believers are sowing seeds. South Asians live in a land of great beauty and history. Their culture is complex and diverse because many cultures have blended into one unique and modern way of life. However, danger exists for any who would call themselves Christian.

In October, we had the privilege of meeting Aminah during our conference in Thailand. Surrounded by missionaries from Africa and Asia, Aminah shared her journey of serving the Malay tribe in remote Indonesia. For over a decade, she has dedicated her life to reaching one of Indonesia’s most neglected and unreached tribes, bringing the transformative…

Indonesia, an archipelago of over 17,000 islands, is a nation of immense cultural diversity and deep spiritual need. It is home to more than 786 distinct people groups, 233 of which remain unreached. Nearly 86% of the population identifies as Muslim, and many communities have yet to encounter the transformative power of the gospel.

Last July, Olivia and Bikonzi, two of the Mission ONE team members, traveled to Indonesia to begin a new and impactful partnership. This partnership seeks to empower missionaries on the ground, equipping them with resources and practical skills to foster deeper relationships within communities. These efforts allow the gospel to spread organically, transforming lives in…