Celebrating
This past week, the Shiga Session and their wives invited Cathalain and me to lunch before our departure for America. Although one elder was unable to attend, it was a sweet time of fellowship as we reflected on the past … Continued
Sending and Praying
This is a recent picture after Sunday worship. One of the seminary students attending our church is going to intern at a church in Tokyo for two months during the summer. We heard an updated and prayed for her. Please … Continued
Embroidery Workshop
Ms. J has been attending our church for the past few years. Last year, she held an embroidery workshop and exhibited her beautiful work. This June, she asked if she could host another embroidery exhibition at the church, and we … Continued
“The Life Cycle of a Home Assignment”
Recently another missionary, Rachel Hughes, wrote about HMA, and while we do not agree on every detail, she expressed many of the same feelings missionaries often experience during this season. If you are interested, please take a moment to read her … Continued
Women’s Dinner
Recently some women gathered for dinner at a Thai restaurant. One of the woman is a seeker and it was encouraging to see an older Christian woman praying for her after the dinner. We continue to pray for these powerful … Continued
Easter Outreach
We are so thankful for the Easter outreach. Over sixty children participated. Many were from either our English program or children at the park. These events are so great at connecting us to our community and more and more are … Continued
Hanami “Flower Viewing”
For the first time in our church’s history, it didn’t rain during our cherry blossom viewing party. After worship, a group went to the park to enjoy the flowers. They were beautifully lit at night, and the fellowship was wonderful.
Presbytery Meetings
Presbytery meetings are often not viewed as fun, but these are important and necessary for the growth and health of the denomination. This past time we had two men pass their exams and move onto the next level for ordination. … Continued
Commi Group
After worship, three times a month, a group gathers to discuss New Morning Mercies by Paul David Tripp. We read a devotional that I select in advance and talk about what we don’t understand, what stands out to us, and how we can … Continued