“Advancing God’s Kingdom by mentoring leaders to be part of a movement that is multiplying churches that are multiplying disciples through the power of the gospel.”

What is CPI?

The Church Planting Institute is sponsored by Japan Evangelical Missionary Association. It’s purpose is to foster a ministry vision for what God has in store for Japan and the world. It is a cooperative effort by missions, missionaries and Japanese leaders and workers to see indigenous gospel driven church planting movements fostered in this needy country. We welcome you to join us in this adventure of faith and ministry.

To view or download the CPI informational PDF brochure in Japanese click here: Informational brochure Japanese.

How did CPI start?

God has been doing some great things through the Institute since its inception in 1994. It started with 29 missionaries meeting with Dr. Steve Childers which gave birth to a vision for CPI. To present over 2,000 missionaries and Japanese from 120 organizations and over 20 countries have been involved. There are also about 180 people using our internet services from all over the world. Missionaries from Hokkaido to Kyushu have been involved including practically every prefecture in Japan.

There is room for your involvement too!