Consider the Japanese American United Church a beacon. It has faithfully served New York City for over 100 years. The Japanese American United Church serves people with Japanese backgrounds. It is a caring family in Christ.
JAUC extends an invitation. Join them for Sunday services and other ministries. The Japanese American United Church is a bilingual congregation. Services are offered in both English and Japanese. Various group activities are conducted in one or both languages.
The congregation is diverse. It includes Japanese-speaking Isseis and English-speaking Niseis and Sanseis. There are also newly arrived Japanese immigrants. Japanese businessmen and businesswomen attend. College students from Japan are members. Others share an affinity with Japanese culture and Christian community.
The Japanese American United Church’s history dates back. In 1893 Japanese evangelist Kaname Okajima started preaching. He preached in the Brooklyn area of New York City. After World War II, three Japanese churches united in 1953. This formed the Japanese American United Church. In September 2003, the church celebrated its 110th anniversary. It also celebrated the 50th anniversary of the unification.
JAUC’s mission is clear. It seeks to reach out to Japanese people. It also reaches out to those interested in Japan. This is especially true in the New York City area. The goal is to share faith in Christ. They aim to grow together in Christian discipleship. This happens through worship fellowship study evangelism and mission.
The Japanese American United Church is affiliated. It is linked to the Reformed Church in America and the United Methodist Church. It is not affiliated with other groups. These include Jehovah’s Witnesses, the Unification Church, or Mormons.
JAUC offers various small groups for spiritual growth. These groups meet weekly. They gather at different times. Meetings are in Japanese English or both. There is a Mother’s Small Group and a Bilingual Men’s Group. A Japanese Small Group and a Japanese Prayer Meeting also exist.
The Japanese American United Church is more than a building. It is a community. It is a place of worship learning and fellowship. It welcomes all who seek faith and connection.