Austria, located in the heart of Europe, is slightly smaller than the state of Maine with a population of 8.2 million.  Austrians are proud of their heritage, which includes Roman Catholicism.  Therefore, all other religious groups are suspect, especially evangelicals who are considered a cult.  Only about 20% of the people have ever had any contact with the Gospel -  a needy mission field.  Friendship evangelism and Bible study groups are effective ways of spreading the Good News in this German-speaking country.  Also, being in close proximity with the newly opened countries to the east, there is much opportunity to take the Gospel to formerly closed areas.