Reaching the Unreached Worldwide
For decades, New Life Ministries has worked to place Scripture into the hands of people still waiting. Through Bibles, manga, and Gospel resources, we help ministry partners bring the hope of God’s Word to Japan and hard to reach places around the world.
Our mission is to produce and distribute Scripture at scale, expanding access to God’s Word across the globe and into communities everywhere. Every page printed is a step toward reaching more lives with lasting truth, offering hope, guidance, and inspiration to individuals and families seeking faith, purpose, and a deeper connection to God.
We work alongside trusted global partners to expand our reach and deepen our impact in meaningful ways. Through collaboration, shared vision, and strategic support, we are able to share hope, strengthen communities, and deliver meaningful resources that uplift, equip, and serve those who need them most across diverse regions and cultures worldwide.
In some countries, the Bible is restricted, monitored, or illegal to own. Digital access through apps or online content is often blocked, tracked, or unavailable. For many people, opening a Bible on a phone simply is not an option. This is why print is so vital to our mission.
Printed Scripture makes access possible in places that are hard to reach or where digital access is not an option. It does not rely on internet, devices, or permissions. It can be carried, shared quietly, and passed from hand to hand.
In these environments, print is more than a format. It is a lifeline that ensures the Word of God can still reach people wherever they are.
Latin America
In Latin America, access to Scripture is open, creating opportunities for personal reflection and learning. Quiet moments with God’s Word allow individuals to grow in faith, deepen understanding, and pass on truth to the next generation.
Asia
In Asia, access to Scripture can be limited, requiring wisdom and care in how it is shared. Through trusted relationships and quiet gatherings, God’s Word continues to reach those who seek it, bringing hope and strength in challenging circumstances.
Africa
Across Africa, there is a deep hunger for God’s Word. Expanding access to Scripture helps equip individuals, strengthen communities, and support lasting spiritual growth for generations to come.
These materials have been shared with several Christian denominations and national ministerial groups to advance the works of evangelism and relational discipleship; reaching children, teenagers, and young people of different ages.
Manga Mutiny (Genesis & Exodus)
The creation of the world, the fall of man, the great flood, the patriarchs and the escape from Egypt.
Manga Melech (Judges & Kings)
The rise and fall of kings and nations — the stories of the judges and kings of Israel through Solomon are presented as the Lord's chosen people continue to turn away from and turn back to the Lord.
Manga Messengers (The Books of the Prophets)
The Lord continues to draw Israel back to Himself through His prophets as the people of Israel continue their rebellion against the Lord, captive in Babylon and restored thereafter, waiting with hope for the coming savior…
Manga Messiah (The 4 Gospels)
The story of Jesus — from birth to ministry, to death to resurrection, the story of the most important person to ever walk the earth.
Manga Metamorphosis (Acts)
The early church faces persecution as the Holy Spirit comes upon people to grow His Church and preach the Good News to all nations.
Manga Majesty (Revelation)
The Apostle John’s account of the end times — an amazing foretaste of Heaven.
50 Languages
24 Million Copies in Print
And the Word Continues to Spread
Manga is Japanese-style comic storytelling — beloved worldwide. We use it to share the simple truths of the Gospel through visual stories, distributed across regions where Western tracts rarely land.
Manga is Japanese-style comic storytelling—has become a unique way to capture the emadunation of people around the world who don’t know Jesus.
Testimonies about NLM
New Life Ministries is not just a vendor but a partner in ministry. Our Bibles have been produced to the required quality whether full Bibles or New Testaments and with different types of covers. Our partnership has been further enhanced by the way New Life Ministries understands our ministry and accommodates our specific needs. We look forward to more years of partnership ahead.
“They have printed over half a million books for us each year and yet their care, quality and precision for each book and delivery is something that we do not take for granted. They also have an excellent team for graphic design and typesetting as well as a global logistics network that reaches to key missional countries. I recommend New Life Ministries for any church or ministry that is seeking a print and logistic solution of any scale and to anywhere in the world.”
Hisho, OneHope
(International)
“It was a joy to work with the New Life Ministries team on our Japanese and Chinese Spark Scripture magazines. They took up the challenge to customize and contextualize Spark in ways that went far beyond my expectations — and the end result was perfect. I so appreciated their creativity and professionalism and look forward to working with them on many more projects.”
Kelvin, ShareWord Global
(Canada)
“The Pocket Testament League has been blessed by our partnership with New Life Ministries over the years. The team is very attentive and has always provided creative ideas and logistical support as we work together to share Jesus using Gospels of John across the world. They are such a dependable, reliable partner who keeps in touch and provides great open communication.”
Charity, Pocket Testament League
(USA)
Testimonies on the Manga
“We want to thank New Life Ministries for the shipment of these materials that have been a great blessing to our country. These materials have been shared with several Christian denominations and national ministerial groups to advance the works of evangelism and relational discipleship.”
Pastor Israel, Multiplication Network
(Dominican Republic)
“Wherever we go in Tanzania children are eager to get a copy, regardless of their religion. The cartoon style captures their mind at once. School teachers also appreciate the booklet. They use it to teach the children who Jesus is. What's next? They all ask.”
Mathayo, Soma Biblia
(Tanzania)
“They have printed over half a million books for us each year and yet their care, quality and precision for each book and delivery is something that we do not take for granted. They also have an excellent team for graphic design and typesetting as well as a global logistics network that reaches to key missional countries. I recommend New Life Ministries for any church or ministry that is seeking a print and logistic solution of any scale and to anywhere in the world.”
Hisho, OneHope
(International)
“It was a joy to work with the New Life Ministries team on our Japanese and Chinese Spark Scripture magazines. They took up the challenge to customize and contextualize Spark in ways that went far beyond my expectations — and the end result was perfect. I so appreciated their creativity and professionalism and look forward to working with them on many more projects.”
Kelvin, ShareWord Global
(Canada)
“The Pocket Testament League has been blessed by our partnership with New Life Ministries over the years. The team is very attentive and has always provided creative ideas and logistical support as we work together to share Jesus using Gospels of John across the world. They are such a dependable, reliable partner who keeps in touch and provides great open communication.”
Charity, Pocket Testament League
(USA)
Testimonies on the Manga
“We want to thank New Life Ministries for the shipment of these materials that have been a great blessing to our country. These materials have been shared with several Christian denominations and national ministerial groups to advance the works of evangelism and relational discipleship.”
Pastor Israel, Multiplication Network
(Dominican Republic)
“Wherever we go in Tanzania children are eager to get a copy, regardless of their religion. The cartoon style captures their mind at once. School teachers also appreciate the booklet. They use it to teach the children who Jesus is. What's next? They all ask.”
Mathayo, Soma Biblia
(Tanzania)
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Mark 16:15
New Life Ministries is a non-denominational Christian ministry dedicated to providing God’s Word worldwide.
Since 1954, the work has grown from outreach and radio ministry into a focused effort on printing and distributing Scripture. Today, we continue to meet the ongoing need for Bibles, trusting the Lord to fulfill the vision of reaching Japan and the world with His Word.
New Life Ministries is a non-denominational Christian ministry dedicated to providing God’s Word worldwide. Since 1954, the work has grown from outreach and radio ministry into a focused effort on printing and distributing Scripture. Today, we continue to meet the ongoing need for Bibles, trusting the Lord to fulfill the vision of reaching Japan and the world with His Word.
Tyler Rhodes
Global Project Manager
Engaged with world-wide client/partner base to handle start-to-finish print projects, including price negotiation, sales order execution, scheduling, order follow-up and shipping management.
Negotiated with international and domestic suppliers for best prices and payment terms to pass on to clients.
Lemuel “Lem” Usita
Director of Development
With more than 20 years of experience in leadership, education, and nonprofit development, Lem has served as an educator, executive, and consultant helping organizations grow and strengthen their mission. His background in leadership development, donor relations, and strategic partnerships now supports New Life Ministries’ growth and outreach in the United States.
Wilfredo Tatlonghari, Jr.
Director of Strategic Partnerships
Born in the Philippines, he received his MBA in 2004 and became a Christian during his studies. He joined New Life Ministries in 2010. He finds it rewarding to be able to use his educational background and experience in accounting, project management and finance in the ministry of delivering “the Word to a Lost World.”
Tyler Rhodes
Global Project Manager
Engaged with world-wide client/partner base to handle start-to-finish print projects, including price negotiation, sales order execution, scheduling, order follow-up and shipping management.
Negotiated with international and domestic suppliers for best prices and payment terms to pass on to clients.
Wilfredo Tatlonghari, Jr.
Director of Strategic Partnerships
Born in the Philippines, he received his MBA in 2004 and became a Christian during his studies. He joined New Life Ministries in 2010. He finds it rewarding to be able to use his educational background and experience in accounting, project management and finance in the ministry of delivering “the Word to a Lost World.”
Lemuel “Lem” Usita
Director of Development
With more than 20 years of experience in leadership, education, and nonprofit development, Lem has served as an educator, executive, and consultant helping organizations grow and strengthen their mission. His background in leadership development, donor relations, and strategic partnerships now supports New Life Ministries’ growth and outreach in the United States.
