Our First Package from Home
I think these pictures convey how we all felt. Thanks Grace Presbyterian!
Reunited Again
We don’t normally take selfies, but since we are finally reunited after a long month apart we thought we better document the day.
Japan’s State of Missions
This is an excellent infographic on the state of missions in Japan. We are hoping to compare this information with our own agency’s stats, MTW, when we return to the field. For the complete article link here.
Aging Population
Time and again we have read articles in the newspaper about Japan’s aging population. The Wall Street Journal has put together some interesting pieces on this topic. A friend passed along this link which we thought we should share. TOKYO—At … Continued
Christmas and KFC
We were reminded by a friend of this popular tradition at Christmas time in Japan. It’s really interesting to us considering Americans don’t tend to be too crazy about KFC!
Sharing the Vision
Recently a mixed group from America and Australia recently visited to experience the various MTW fields in Japan. Although we are in the States, using a translator, Pastor Aoki was able to share the vision of the Sakae Church Plant. … Continued
Ordination
Last Saturday I went before Presbytery and I am excited to announce I have been approved for ordination. This opens a new chapter in our ministry and will greatly assist me as I minister to the Japanese. There will be … Continued
Woodmen of the World Trivia Night
Do you love trivia? Do you live in Florida? Woodmen of the World is sponsoring a night of trivia fun in downtown Lakeland on November 20 from 6-9pm. All proceeds will benefit the Nagoya City Church Plant we are helping … Continued
“Fall for Japan”
This past weekend we spent the weekend at Grace Community Church and participated in the first ever Japan Partnership Conference. Over 70+ gathered to hear from missionaries telling of the work in Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka. We were so encouraged … Continued
Ordination
Michael was approved by the ordination committee of the Blue Ridge Presbytery today. We are praising God! His next step will be to finish the last few remaining requirements and go before the floor of Presbytery on November 7. Please … Continued