Economic chaos has led to resignation and poverty for many of the 148 million Russians. Crime, corruption, and alcoholism are enormous problems. Only a dwindling minority believe in the God of the Bible. In contrast, many are interested in occultism and the supernatural. Pray that the 90% of Russians who have no meaningful link with a church will learn about the Love of Jesus. Pray for a network of church planters to spread across the country. The political climate is becoming more legalistic with regard to democratic freedom. Pray that church workers will obtain necessary visas and that they will find acceptance from the local people to share the Good News of Jesus.

Liebenzell missionaries are bringing support to the churches of Ekaterinburg and Tscheljabinsk in Siberia through evangelism, discipleship, and ministry to children, youth, and women.

Mongolia:  Mongolia was once one of the most closed countries in the world. Now 400 expatriate Christian workers are ministering in the country and people are eager to hear about Jesus. Pray for the church in Mongolia to find its unique place in God's family and that the Word of God will have supremacy and Jesus will be the foundation. Liebenzell Mission International partners with the JCS in its ministry roles in Mongolia. You can learn more by going to their website: www.jcsintl.org

Japan:  There has been a gradual increase in the growth of churches over the last few decades. Still, the majority of Japanese learn of the Grace of God and become Christians as tourists in other countries. There is enormous pressure to perform well in society which leads to depression and family problems. Unemployment and crime are on the rise. Pray for strong, Biblical teaching that will renew the minds of Japanese Christians. Pray for missionaries in Japan to persevere, especially those in their first four year term of service as they attempt to learn the language and get acclimatized to the culture.  Japan is one of seven Liebenzell sending countries with missionaries serving in Mongolia and the United States of America. There are also Liebenzell missioaries serving in Japan in church plants, alongside of Japanese pastors in established churches, and in running a retreat centre ministry. There are also teachers serving at a Christian boarding school.

Taiwan: The more than 23 million inhabitants of Taiwan adhere to a mixture of Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism. For many, their daily lives are dominated by idol worship, fear of spirits, and magic. Pray for a renewal in the Taiwanese church and that they will seize opportunity to help fulfill Jesus' Great Commission.

Liebenzell missionaries serve in evangelistic  outreach to children, youth, and fringe groups, as teachers at the Yu-Shan Theological College, and in church ministries.