ABOUT US
Friends Network is a missionary sending organization that exists to
build eternal friendships.
To carry out this mission, FN recruits, trains, sends, and supports lay missionaries around the world.
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Friends Network (formerly Friends of China and Friends of Vietnam) is a WELS-affiliated ministry. We have trained and supported over 340 lay missionaries since the year 2000. These missionaries work in partnership with WELS and ELS world missionaries and national CELC churches.
Friends Network is based out of St Paul, MN and is a registered 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization.
History
Friends of China and Friends of Vietnam were both founded with similar missions to send and support evangelists in Asia.
Leaders from each organization met in 2019 to discuss a more formal collaboration that would allow us to share resources, leadership, and training. The two organizations officially merged in 2020.
God has richly blessed our mission over the years. Thousands of new friends have heard the Gospel through home Bible studies or gatherings, hundreds have been baptized, and dozens of new Bible leaders have been trained to carry on this work within their communities.
Our Missionaries
Friends Network currently supports missionaries in six countries around the world. These missionaries serve in a variety of ministry roles and work as evangelists, teachers, youth ministers, counselors, and more.
To learn more about our missionaries and their unique ministries, or to offer direct support for their work, please visit our Missionaries page.
Method
Meaningfully engage in local culture and community.
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Establish authentic friendships.
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