JEMS Missionaries in Nagoya, Japan
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
Through this long process, we have sensed God leading us to transition from Mission to the World (MTW) to the Japanese Evangelical Missionary Society (JEMS).
On November 9, we will host a Welcome Sunday! The idea came from combining two suggestions—our intern’s idea to have a brunch before church one Sunday, and a church member’s desire to hold a special service introducing our church and worship to people who have never attended before.
CPI is an organization that has put on various trainings and conferences about Church Planting in Japan. The main conference, currently know as Renown, has been the highlight every two years for our children. They love going to the children’s … Continued
In July, a Japanese returnee group used our church space for a gathering. We’re thankful to partner with ministries like this and pray our church can continue the work that churches in America have begun among those who lived and … Continued
We finally took a picture before M left of the missionaries at NCC!
In July, we said goodbye to our 11-month intern, Megan. We are so thankful for her servant’s heart and the many ways she contributed to our church during her time here. We’re thrilled that she plans to return to Nagoya … Continued
A friend who is a missionary and Pastor’s wife at a different church plant came and helped facilitate a women’s flower arranging event at NCC. It was a sweet time and everyone did a great job making their flower arrangements. … Continued
So many came for the baptisms and M’s Confession of Faith. (picture above) We are so thankful and grateful to the Christian Community in Nagoya. The Connect Youth Group also celebrated the girls and prayed for them along with presented … Continued