This week, we are rejoicing over an open door that we could not have arranged on our own. Over the past few weeks, we have asked you to pray as we continued searching for a place for the church to gather. This week, we have a specific answer to prayer to share. “How much were […]
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“I think it would be good if she could meet you too. Should I invite her to church? Should we meet outside of church first?” At our weekly gathering, the subject turned to unbelieving friends dealing with intense personal issues. One person mentioned friends whose family members were facing health problems. Another lady brought up
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Full Prayer letter below↓ We are using our prayer letter to highlight one recent episode, but there are a lot of other things going on as well so we sat down and talked about them (family/life/ministry) in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqoC-gHAmhk Praises: Prayer Requests: “So… what should I say?” He showed up to our Sunday afternoon
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Full Prayer letter below↓ Rosie and I sat down and recorded a video update about what has been going on. You can watch it here (6 mins): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNgmUiDVB-c Praises: Prayer Requests: “In a previous life, I was married to a soldier. I took care of him…that’s what my fortune teller told me.” Her confession drew
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For the past two years, we’ve been hosting Recon Tours for people who are considering ministry in Japan. We’re excited to announce a special Couples Recon Trip in collaboration with Kevin and Kaori Laverman who are engaged in church planting in Kawasaki, Japan. (learn more about their ministry here: https://www.lavermansinjapan.org/) This trip will provide couples
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Rosie and I sat down and recorded a video update about what has been going on. You can watch it here: http://youtube.com/watch?v=iqnwJ9RKq9g Praises: Prayer Requests: Yours for Japan, James Miyashita Click here to get a printable version of this prayer letter. Details discussed in this video: As we came up the subway escalator, two figures
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Japanese phrases While speaking Japanese is not required for the Recon trips that we host, we have compiled the list below with the Recon trip in mind so you will know how to introduce yourself at church and talk to people. Self introduction Nice to meet you. はじめましてHajimemashiteUsage note: A standard first greeting when meeting
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Click here to get a comprehensive video update about what is going on (3 mins) -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B9mpcggDkxI Praises: Prayer Requests: Yours for Japan, James Miyashita Click here to get a printable version of this prayer letter. Details discussed in this video: December has been a joyful and encouraging month as we prepared to return to Japan, spent
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Click here to get a comprehensive video update about what is going on (6 mins) -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXGzXnjTHhc Praises: Prayer Requests: Yours for Japan, James Miyashita Click here to get a printable version of this prayer letter. Details discussed in this video: As we prepare to return to Japan in seven weeks, we have seen God’s care in
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Learning Japanese can feel overwhelming at first and there are many textbook options available. Genki is one of the most well-known choices among beginners, but today we want to introduce another excellent resource that often flies under the radar: the Marugoto series by the Japan Foundation. Marugoto takes a Japan-first approach to language learning. Instead
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