Hungary has a long history of Roman Catholicism reaching back to the 10th century. For 40 years, Communism stifled most of the religious activity in Hungary but when it fell, many people returned to their Catholic roots. In recent years, the number of Catholics has been falling as secularism and atheism claim more followers. Even for many who still consider themselves devout Christians, religion has little impact on their daily lives.

As secularism spreads across Europe, SEND missionaries in Hungary are stepping up to the challenge. They assist church planting efforts through support and encouragement services. Because of their strategic location, they are able to serve Hungarians and missionaries across...