Praise the name of the Lord. Thank you for your offerings
and intercessory prayers.
Since the beginning of the year, the United States has
surprised the world with the Trump administration's military intervention in
Venezuela, and has been at odds with Europe over the possibility of military
intervention in Greenland. Domestically, clashes have occurred with residents
due to the crackdown on illegal immigrants. Amidst what appears to be the
collapse of the previously established world order under the Trump
administration and the emergence of a new international order, the European
team that has been sent at the end of January was a great encouragement to us,
especially as we saw Its praise team being used powerfully in God’s work.
I thought we would have little snow again this year, but to
my surprise, a major cold wave overlapped with a moisture‑filled front from the
north, bringing our first heavy snowfall of the season. Around our home, the
snow piled up to more than 40 centimeters.
Due to the heavy snow, the Sunday service in New York on the
last Sunday of January was switched to an online service from home. I am
grateful that it was the right decision to hold the service at home, as the
snow continued to fall all day.
Also, the communion tray we had been using was too small. As
we repented of our lack of faith while praying for 12 core members, we decided
that beginning this Sunday, we will use a larger tray that can hold more than
12 cups. We have also completed the procedures to obtain church insurance in
case of any incidents. This is part of our preparation to receive the next
American team. We continue to prepare and pray for the team.
The American team’s possible schedule in February and March
was postponed, and we were led to return to Japan temporarily. We will be
joining the Hakuba Snergoi Camp. We look forward to what the Lord will do.
Please keep us in your prayers.
<Prayer Requests>
1. For the foundation of prayer and our
obedience to God
2. For the ministry through Internet, short
films, and praise bands
3. To deliver a message according to God’s will
and the online services
4. For the gathering and strengthening of core church
members
5. For the next U.S. team
6. For the operation of the gifts of the Holy
Spirit, and for the works of salvation and healing
7. For cooperative relationships according to
God's will, specifically with the Jewish community in New York, and for open
doors to minister in the U.S., Middle and South America, and Europe
8. For protection over our health and finances,
and for safety protection from danger, accidents, crimes and terrorism
9. For our English communication skills to grow
