Association of Free Churches in Thailand
SupportAssociation of Free Churches in Thailand
Support During Phase 1, we focused on learning, practicing, revising, and perfecting the AFT method of Evangelism, Discipleship, and Church Planting. Through these years of experience, we developed an effective approach for spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ that allows us to reach the rest of nation.
Where: The lower North and upper Central plains, plus Khon Kaen and Chaiyaphum in Isaan. The provinces are Phichit, Phetchabun, Nakhon Sawan, Phitsanulok, Kamphaeng Phet, Uthai Thani, Lopburi, Khon Kaen, and Chaiyaphum.
Progress: 9 provinces reached- 11,974 villages
This phase represents a progression building upon the achievements and knowledge gained from Phase 1. Drawing from previous experience, it is estimated that Phase 2 will require seven years for completion. The objective of this phase is to ensure the spread of the gospel of Jesus Christ to all of Central and Northeast Thailand (Issan), historically considered the least reached areas of the country.
Where: The upper North, the Central plains, and the heart of Isaan. That is 8 Isaan provinces, including Nakhon Ratchasima, Udon Thani, and Sakon Nakhon; 9 Central and West provinces, including Ayutthaya, Saraburi, and Kanchanaburi; and 7 Northern provinces, including Lampang, Nan, and Tak.
Goal: About 25,209 villages across 24 provinces, completed by 2033.
By this time, we anticipate other
organizations joining the AFT effort of reaching all of Thailand.
Where: Mostly the rest of Isaan: 9 provinces, including Ubon’s neighbors Si Sa Ket, Buri Ram, Roi Et, and Surin. It also takes in Bangkok and its surrounding provinces, the eastern provinces of Chachoengsao, Prachinburi, and Sa Kaeo, and Phayao in the North.
Goal: About 21,245 villages across 18 provinces, completed by 2039, with half of all villages in Thailand reached by 2036.
Where: The whole South (14 provinces, from Chumphon down to Narathiwat), the eastern seaboard (Chonburi, Rayong, Chanthaburi, Trat), the far North (Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Mae Hong Son), and Ubon Ratchathani.
Goal: About 21,125 villages across 26 provinces, with the last village reached in 2045. The result is a church in every village in all 77 provinces.
Imagine every corner of Thailand illuminated by the hope of Jesus. This isn't just a dream; it's an actionable plan to see a nation transformed. Our strategy is to find "people of peace," make them disciples, and empower them to start churches in their own homes. These local communities then raise up their own leaders, creating hubs of faith that multiply across the country.
The power of this model lies in its sustainability. By focusing on raising up indigenous Thai leaders from the very beginning, we ensure the movement is not dependent on outside influence. It creates a self-replicating momentum, where Thai believers are the ones reaching their own people and planting the next generation of churches. This is how strategic action leads to exponential, lasting impact.
This is the blueprint for turning possibility into reality. It requires dedicated partners and passionate Thai church planters. Join us in this remarkable journey of faith and strategy.
You're going to love this! Listen as we unpack the heart and methodology behind AFT's incredible church planting work.
It’s a truly inspiring story!
