JEMS Missionaries in Nagoya, Japan
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
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
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
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 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
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
Cathalain was able to attend the MTW Women’s retreat in Vietnam. This was a very bittersweet time holding the tension of thankfulness for the past 18 years, excitement about our transition to a new organization, and sadness of ending our … Continued
Although this question may bring many different answers, the reality is that first and foremost, it is Jesus Christ — and of course, the pastor of the church. Yet when you are married to the pastor, this can sometimes be … Continued
