Taketo Kamiyama “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.” (Romans 8:28) On the 11th of August this year, I was baptized at Lake Nojiri in Nagano Prefecture. I have been around church for a long time and have heard the testimonies of many …
Takaaki Hirano Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be moved, but abides forever.Psalm 125:1 Spring in Japan is a time to rejoice in the full bloom of cherry blossoms. Those living in Japan go out to the parks, streets, and mountains, to see the pink cherry blossoms, the blue sky, and the …
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Nozomu Yoshimi Deloitte is one of the four largest audit firms in the world. Globally, there is a Christian community called the Deloitte Christian Fellowship (DCF), which is led by members in the United States. In Japan, a lunchtime Bible study group was held by Deloitte workers until about five years ago. However, since the …
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Makoto Kawaguchi Kamoi Bible Church, Yokohama Nice to meet you! My name is Makoto Kawaguchi. I am a Samurai Projects intern at Kamoi Bible Church in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture. The reason why I joined Samurai Projects is because I came to understand clearly that “God loves Japan and has not abandoned it.” I have repented for not …
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Takaaki Hirano It is a New Year, and after spending time in Luke and Isaiah over the Christmas period, MCT worship now continues in Genesis. We have seen the faith of Abraham and his wife Sarah as they trust the LORD. We continue to see how the LORD’s promises to this couple will be fulfilled. And we …
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Kurachi Takashi Praise be to the name of the LORD! I am Takashi Kurachi, one of the staff involved with MOGs. The 2023 financial year comes to an end this month, and as I look back on the year of Marunouchi Office Groups (MOGs), it feels like the first full year post the Coronavirus period. Since …
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Nakura ShinriSoma Tokyo I began the Samurai Projects with a desire to start a missional community in my home in Funabashi, Chiba, and to encourage Christians through worship. I am so thankful for the opportunity to study the Bible and work as a full-time intern at my church while confirming my calling and receiving financial support …
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The Christmas party (sponsored by VIP and TMP) was held! Over 100 people gathered for a grand celebration! On Wednesday 6th December 2023 we experienced a wonderful answer to prayer and a significant moment for the work of the gospel in Marunouchi. Marunouchi workers put on a Christmas Party in the Marunouchi Building in the middle of …
Takaaki Hirano One issue is that we do not currently have enough time for a couples’ date, which was one thing we wanted to incorporate. Rather, we have a simple service from 1000-1100a.m., then finish small groups at 12:00 p.m. and then have a picnic with family and friends at the Imperial Palace Garden. At some point …
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