This past week has been another good week as we had the chance to present and be with a number churches. On Friday annd Saturday, we had the chance to be part of a missions conference not too far from home, and on Sunday, we had the chance to present in two different churches in Tennessee.
On Monday, I had the opportunity to attend a special training session with our Pastor, (Bro. Austin Gardner) as well as a several other missionaries who are with Vision Baptist Missions. We had the chance to discuss missions and leadership principles for working on the field. We are grateful for the investment the leadership at the church makes in the lives of missionaries.
We are also excited to announce that Rosie and I are expecting our first child! More details to follow in the March prayer letter (Thursday).
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As the average age of Japan continues to climb, creative attempts are being made to keep industry going. See the news section for more.
Praises
- Safety traveling to meetings in TN and GA
- One new church voted to start supporting!
- Expecting our first child!
Prayer Requests
- Needed support to get to Japan
- Laborers for Japan
- Safety on the Road
- Rosie’s pregnancy
- Upcoming Our Generation Pastor’s Conference
From the News
There are many different manufacturing companies in Japan. While larger automotive companies may be what come to mind at first, most companies are much smaller. In an attempt to keep industry going, the government is trying to encourage these business owners to sell instead of close their shops. This article provides insight as well as some history about Japan’s industry.