• Bibles
• Tracts
• Videos
• English/Japanese Bible Study Textbooks
• Organizations Serving Japanese
• Resources Available for Japan
• Requesting Promotional Materials
  • Summer Teams brochures
  • 2000 Summer Reports
  • Church Planting Associates brochures
  • Church Multiplication Teams brochures
  • "Asian Access Sunday" inserts for your church bulletins
  • Video "Pointing the Way"
• CDs
• Missions Conferences

Resources for Ministry to Japanese

Bibles

Japanese Living Bible Japanese K.J. Bible

American Bible Society Tel. (800) 543-8000 Tel. (212) 408-1499

Japanese Living Bible Japanese Living N.T. Bilingual Living N.T.

International Bible Society PO Box 35700 Colorado Springs, CO 80935-3570 Tel. (719) 488-9200

Japanese Bibles Japanese/English N.T.

Multi-Language Media PO Box 301 Ephrata, PA 17522 Tel. (717) 738-0582

Tracts

Bilingual "4 Spiritual Laws"

Campus Crusade for Christ 4307 E. Third Street Bloomington, IN 47401 Tel. (800) 729-4351

"A Book about Promises" (Kimi no Takaramono)

This little booklet (with colored illustrations from the "Jesus" video) from C.C.C. is a good translation, particularly suitable for elementary and possibly jr. high (very few kanji, minimal Christian jargon, and a clear explanation for those unfamiliar with Christ or the Bible). Available through Campus Crusade for Christ in Japan

"A Challenge to My Life" (Jinsei ni challenge) by Arthur Hollands

This tract is aimed at youth. N. American Japanese Christian Bookstore in L.A. (213-626-1090). Cost is about 300 yen each.

"You are loved" (Anata wa ai sarete iru) by Arthur Hollands

This tract is aimed at bikers. Available through Campus Crusade for Christ in Japan

"My Heart for You"

This is a CD distributed in Japan by C.C.C. and available there through their office. Music is by well-known singer/composer Kosaka Chu, Asian Access staff Mika Tsuneda, plus others, along with a message by Arthur Hollands.

"The Promise" by Harold Essmann

This is a 16-page brochure, published by Multi-Language Publications, presents "the basic biblical message from the fall into sin to life in heaven. An evangelistic message is found at the close of the booklet." It's 8 1/2 x 11 inches and costs 50 cents each, or $40.00/100. Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod 19 Spencer Village Court Appleton, WI 55914. Phone 800-876-1388 to order, Mon - Fri., 8am-4pm (Mountain Std. time). (item # 38-7250)

The International Tract Society

http://www.ITStracts.org Over 65 tracts in 19 different languages.

Videos

Jesus Film (in Japanese language)

JESUS FILM PROJECT 910 Calle Negocio Suite 300 San Clemente CA 92673 Tel. (949) 361-7575

English/Japanese Bible Study Textbooks

These introductory Bible studies are for use with Japanese who want to improve their English while evidencing a genuine interest in learning about Christianity. Written by veteran missionary, Dee Wirz, these Bible studies have been tested and marketed in Japan and the U.S. since 1986.

People Who Met Jesus A look at Jesus through his encounters with various people. Focuses on the theme that meeting Jesus changes peoples’ lives. Best book for beginning students. Order Form for North America

Who Is God? Based on the first three chapters of Genesis and the first chapter of John. God is introduced as Creator, Provider, Lord, Communicator, Judge and Savior. Order Form for North America

Introducing Jesus Introduces Jesus based on what he said about himself and what he did. Order Form for North America

Highlights in the Life of Jesus Presenting important events on the life of Jesus from his birth through his resurrection and ascension. Shows that Jesus is not only human, but also divine, the Son of God who came to give eternal life. Order Form for North America

Parables of Jesus (Kingdom Lifestyle and Values) Through studying the parables of Jesus, the lifestyle and values of God's kingdom are brought into focus. Order Form for North America

Story of Ruth (Facing Asian Access' Issues) Provides a vivid picture of God's sovereignty and providence, as God works out His plan in His time and way. Order Form for North America

Encounter with the Living God A study of Paul's encounter with the living God and how it changed his life and lives of others. Order Form for North America

Real Prayers The prayers of seven well-known Old Testament characters as well as two of the prayers of Jesus and one of Paul Order Form for North America

Announcing Christmas (seasonal text) Portrays the impact of the coming of Jesus as the announcement comes to Mary to Joseph to the shepherds and to the wise men. Order Form for North America

Order any of these resources through our quick order form on the web!
Order Form for North America

Ministries Serving Japanese

Homestay International Contact: Warren Griffith A Christian homestay program in the U.S. designed for Japanese people

Grace Fellowship Foundation Japanese Ministry 408 Mission Drive Camarillo, CA 93010 Videos and cassettes for Japanese Bible studies (Japanese & Bilingual)

Japanese Christian Bookstore

Word of Life Press North American Japanese Christian Book Center 401 East Third Street Los Angeles, CA 90013 Tel. (213) 626-1090 Fax (213) 626-7131 In Tokyo: Tel. 03-3353-9345 or fax 03-3359-6126

Resources Available for Japan

"Operation Japan" -- June 2000 edition, published by the Japan Evangelical Missionary Association -- is an excellent handbook for praying daily for specific needs and areas of Japan. In the U.S., it can be purchased through JEMS, 948 E. 2nd St., Los Angeles, CA 90012, tel. (213) 613-0022.

Church Information Service Matsui-Biru 2F 2-15-20 Shinbori Niiza-shi Saitama JAPAN 352 Church referrals for Japanese friends returning to Japan

Jesus to Japan Mission Institution Tokyo, Japan Contact: Dr. Hitomi Gray Japanese Bible Studies, tapes and videos -- lessons on each book of the Bible

CDs

Jilleen: One King ... Two Crowns CD Cost: $ 13.00 Shipping charge within the United States is $ 2.20 for the first item, $ 1.00 for each additional piece. International shipping charge is $ 4.50 for the first item, $ 1.50 for each additional piece. Available at: www.jilleen.com

Requesting Promotional Materials

• Summer Teams brochures
• 2000 Summer Reports
• Church Planting Associates brochures
• Church Multiplication Teams brochures
• "Asian Access Sunday" inserts for your church bulletins
• Video "Pointing the Way"

You can request Asian Access' promotional materials by contacting . Be sure to include the following information in your request:

1. your full name;
2. your daytime telephone number;
3. the name of your church or school;
4. the mailing address where you want the materials mailed;
5. the title and quantity of each item desired;
6. how you will use the materials;
7. the date the materials are needed.

Please order the materials at least 3-4 weeks before you need them.

Missions Conferences

Here is information if you would like Asian Access represented at your church's or school's upcoming missions conference. We can send you:

• An Asian Access table display (depends upon schedule and availability)
• A real, live Asian Access representative! (depends upon schedule and availability)

You can request any of the above by contacting . Be sure to include the following information in your request:

1. your full name;
2. your daytime telephone number;
3. the name of your church or school;
4. the mailing address where you want the materials mailed;
5. the title and quantity of each item desired;
6. how you will use the materials;
7. the date the materials are needed;
8. if you would like a display;
9. if you would like an Asian Access representative.

Please order the materials at least 3-4 weeks before you need them.