by Robin White | Nov 1, 2015 | Ministry News
Hi everyone,
October was another full month for me. I led worship twice, went to Tokyo to attend a Christian arts festival, and starting doing manga translation work again. I also visited the Immanuel Church in Hamamatsu to help them put on a kids outreach event. All this in addition to my regular English classes and Japanese studies. Like I said, it was a full month, but actually I don’t feel too busy, and still have time to rest. Thank God with me for His strength and protection! And please pray with me for the following…
- English Cafe — 11/6
- English Club outreach — 11/8
- Prayer meeting worship leading — 11/11
- Traveling to Tokyo for a meeting — 11/17
- Preparing for December’s Japanese exam.
- Inspire Union’s 10th anniversary event — 11/14
A note on that last point: this is another ministry I’ve been involved in this year that I think I’ve mentioned but never really explained. Inspire Union is a ministry for returnees — Japanese who have lived abroad and recently returned to Japan. Many Japanese people have trouble adjusting to life back in Japan if they’ve been abroad for a while. And for those who become Christians overseas, it’s an even bigger struggle, as they return to non-Christian families and don’t have their own churches to come home too. Inspire Union’s main focus is on helping these kinds of Christians get connected with local churches and each another. We usually have an event once a month, where we gather for worship and fellowship. I’ve been helping out with planning these events and leading worship. Please pray for this important ministry!
As always, I really appreciate your prayers and support! Thanks for being on the team!
– Robin
by Robin White | Oct 1, 2015 | Ministry News
Hi everyone,
I hope you’ve had a great month. The highlight of September for me was a trip to Hokkaido, the northern island of Japan, where I took part in the annual holiness meetings with the IGM churches in that area. I had the opportunity to preach in the youth and young adults session. Preaching in Japanese is always a challenge, and I definitely sensed my own limitations, but I also felt God’s presence and strength, and was able to communicate clearly to a very open and responsive group. Thank you for praying!
Meanwhile, I recently got the results from the Japanese Proficiency Test I took back in the summer… and it’s a pass! Actually I did really well, so thanks for your prayers for that too.
This month, in addition to my regular ministries here in Nagoya, I’m planning a trip to Hamamatsu, where I’ll be leading games and giving a message for a kids outreach event... This time I’ll be working in English, but would still appreciate your prayers!
October Prayer Points:
- 10/02 – English Cafe.
- 10/10 – Leading worship at a returnees gathering.
- 10/14 – Leading worship at our prayer meeting.
- 10/18 – Kids event in Hamamatsu.
- Continuing Japanese studies — next test in December!
- Regular English classes and Bible studies.
I couldn’t do all this without you! Thank you for being a part of what God is doing in Japan!
– Robin
by Robin White | Sep 2, 2015 | Ministry News
Hi everyone,
I’ll keep it short this month since I just sent out my summer newsletter last week.
I just wanted to send you some dates and events to be praying for. I’d especially appreciate your prayer for my trip to Hokkaido, where I’ll be giving a message in Japanese to the youth and young adults.
- 9/4 – English Cafe
- 9/9 – Leading worship at prayer meeting
- 9/20-21 – Immanuel church Chukyo area retreat
- 9/22-23 – Hokkaido area retreat
Thank you so much for your prayers, support and encouragement!
If you haven’t already, please check out my summer newsletter at https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/12247320/028-summer2015.pdf
Blessings,
– Robin
by Robin White | Aug 26, 2015 | Ministry News
Hi everyone,
Hope you’re having a great summer. I sure have! For the latest news, please follow the link below to read or download my latest newsletter:
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/12247320/028-summer2015.pdf
As always, thank you for praying for me, the mission and Japan!
– Robin
by Robin White | Jul 29, 2015 | Ministry News
Hi everyone,
Hope your summer is going well so far. In Japan, this time of year is a time of festivals, fireworks, camps and other fun.
Last week we held a Summer Festival event for our kids English students. Along with games, music and snacks, I also shared a message about God’s love, and the kids were a lot more attentive than I’d imagined. Let’s pray they’ll remember — and that they’ll experience God’s love personally!
The reason I’m sending this prayer letter early is that this weekend (July 31 & Aug. 1) is our church’s kids camp. There are about 24 kids attending, and 6 of them are current or former English students of mine. My pastor intends to share the Gospel clearly, so let’s pray for salvations!
Here are some other prayer points:
- English Cafe (Aug. 7)
- Worship leading at a returnees ministry (Aug. 8)
- Teen Camp in Nagano (Aug. 10-14)
- Vacation in South Korea (Aug. 15-19)
- English classes the first and last weeks of Aug.
As always, your prayers and support are much needed and appreciated! Thank you for your partnership with me for Japan and Jesus!
– Robin
