by Robin White | Jun 1, 2017 | Ministry News
Hi everyone,
Thanks for your prayers this past month. It was a busy one, with lots of travel, meetings, and a couple of preaching opportunities. I’m thankful for God’s protection and guidance.
The photo above is from my visit to the Immanuel Church in Nirayama, where I preached and led worship in English with the help of an interpreter. It’s a very small church, as you can see, but on the day of my visit there were six guests. One of the pastors told me by email later that two young girls who were visiting that day were showing an interest to putting their faith in Jesus. Please pray for these two girls and for the pastors as they follow up with them.
I’d appreciate your prayers as we enter the summer months. Here are some things going on in June you can pray for:
- 6/2 — English Cafe
- 6/3 — Hiking ministry
- 6/14 — Leading worship
- 6/18 AM — Preaching in Nagoya
- 6/18 PM — English Bible study
Again, thank you so much for your prayers and support!
– Robin
by Robin White | May 31, 2017 | Photos
In contrast to last week’s ruins, here’s a look at the ultra modern side of Japan. This is the Abeno Harukas building in Osaka, said to be the tallest skyscraper in Japan. I shot this when I visited Osaka back in December 2016.
by Robin White | May 23, 2017 | Photos
Shot at the Azuki Castle ruins in January 2016.
by Robin White | May 16, 2017 | Photos
It’s no secret I’m in love with the mountains of Japan. Looking at this, how could anyone wonder why? (Taken from atop mount Sengatake in Mie prefecture, January 2016.)
by Robin White | May 2, 2017 | Ministry News
Hi everyone,
I’ll keep it short this month since I just sent out a full newsletter a couple weeks ago. If you missed that, please follow the link below to check it out:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B_HFtReSrjVRREZ0MExiZ2tNcjg
This is a holiday week in Japan, so things are pretty quiet, but for me it’s just the calm before the storm, as May is the beginning of my busy season. I always need people praying but I’d especially appreciate them during the spring and summer. Here are some specific May events to pray about:
- 5/9 — Mission-related meetings in Tokyo
- 5/10 — Worship leading at prayer meeting in Nagoya
- 5/14 — Preaching and music ministry at Itabashi Immanuel Church in Tokyo
- 5/21 — Preaching and music ministry at Nirayama Immuanuel Church
- 5/28 — English Bible study in Nagoya
Thank you and God bless!
– Robin
by Robin White | May 2, 2017 | Photos
A samurai statue under the shade of a Sakura (cherry blossom) tree. April 2017.
This week’s photo is a bit of a change, as it was shot analogue, not digital, using my Holga toy camera. I like the unpredictability and imperfection you get with a Holga, including light leaks and discolouration. There’s something warm and friendly and fun about it.
by Robin White | Apr 27, 2017 | Photos
If you saw my recent newsletter, you’ll recognize this photo. Taken earlier this month, this is what Nagoya Castle looks like during the short-lived cherry blossom season. Lovely, isn’t it?
by Robin White | Apr 18, 2017 | Photos
Last summer, I went with a student and another guy to see some sumo wrestlers training together outside a local temple where they were staying. These were lower-ranking guys, but still pretty powerful, and interesting to watch up close. What’s surprising to some is that it’s not always the biggest wrestler who’s the most powerful.
by Robin White | Apr 18, 2017 | Ministry News
Hi everyone,
Spring has come, which means it’s time for another one of my almost-quarterly JapanLog Newsletters. Please follow the link below to read and/or download:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B_HFtReSrjVRREZ0MExiZ2tNcjg
Thanks,
– Robin
by Robin White | Apr 11, 2017 | Photos
If I were more on-the-ball, these weekly photos would be more topical or seasonal. Maybe someday. In the meantime, here’s a random photo from May 2015, taken in my Japan “hometown,” Sayama City in Osaka prefecture. Way back in 2002, Sayama was my first home in Japan. It’s not very big or well-known, even in Japan. But it’s a lovely little suburban city, and it’s conveniently close to Osaka city. This photo was taken at Sayama Pond, and shows a typical shinto shrine out in the water, with the PL Tower (of the Perfect Liberty religious group) far-off in the background.
