Machida Japan

Hi Friends & Family Thanks so much for following us on our journey to Machida Japan! Today the team returned from their 14 day mission's trip. It was a long trip, but lots of good work was done :) The team said their last goodbyes to Evergreen Chapel. What an experience and so many memories! Thank you so much :) See you soon! In Him, Machida Japan Team 2017

Hi Friends & Family Today we attended Sunday morning worship service at Evergreen Chapel. Every kid is so darn cute in Japan! Stan & Diane Date sent a video message about their granddaughter -Hannah Kaprelian's miracle birth for the congregation to hear. So moving and such a great testament to God's grace!  Uchimura Sensei's daughters - Megu & Hanna performed a special Christmas song during service.   The team hosted appetizers for the congregation before enjoying a potluck lunch with everyone.   Jean's mother's best friend - Yoriko travelled 2.5 hours to come to the service to see Jean :) Michael & Donny prepared chili for the potluck - a big hit with everyone.   Evergreen Chapel sure knows how to eat! :)  Ohara san! Eiko san! Following the food and fellowship, the team played games with everyone and handed out prizes :) Such a great time with all! For di...

Hi Family & Friends Today the team had the day to just spend together and bond. We went to downtown Machida for some shopping and to soak in some culture ;) Downtown Machida!  We stopped for stamina ramen & pork bowls for lunch! Taiyaki - fish shaped sweet desserts Yakitori - oishii Fresh roasted coffee - 4th generation owned  Lots of small mom & pop shops all down this small street. Lots of great finds :) We had a great day! Tomorrow is the American Christmas Party following Sunday worship at Evergreen Chapel! In Him,  Machida Japan Team 2017

Hi Friends & Family Today the team had a packed schedule! We started our day off by visiting a local pre school that Joy teaches English & Bible time at - Wakakusa. We sang songs with the kids :) The team taught the children three new English Christmas words: Bell, Reindeer, Christmas tree.  Jean read them a Christmas Bible story in Japanese! We watched the children practicing their music. They played the melodian - impressive :) The kids ran around their playground with each other, so fun on a cold day.  Then the team had lunch with the kids. The school staff makes sure the kids eat all their food before they can have their dessert ;) Then the kids head off to nap time zzZ Afterwards the team prepped for the J.O.Y Club Mothers Food Demonstration. We had several mothers attend the two afternoon sessions.   Michael & Tracy demonstrate...