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15 March 2026 Prayer Points 1. On Wednesday, we will be distributing the Christian newspaper around the church. Pray that hearts will be softened as people receive it. 2. Matthew is applying for an English teaching job. Pray that the right door will open for him. 3. The children have about a week and a bit before their spring holidays. Pray that they will finish the term well. In Japan, spring marks the start of the new school year, and many people begin new jobs or positions. 4. From April, Naomi will be leading the 3-year-old class with another staff member at work. Pray for all the preparations and especially for grace and wisdom in navigating Japanese expectations and systems. 5. We have created a leaflet to distribute for the Easter family service. Pray that as we hand it out, families will be drawn to come. 6. Our church building is quite small. Please pray for wisdom and financial provision as we consider options for a new or larger building. 8 March 2026 It has been a busy and quite tiring week, but each day I’ve experienced strength and courage. I received my full-time contract this weekend, and I’m praying that as I move into official employment, God will go before me and work everything out — including my worries and concerns. The children are thriving, and it’s amazing to watch. They now have a Japanese teacher twice a week for two hours at school. Daisy also had a private online lesson last week and this week, though I’m not sure yet if that will continue regularly. Prayer Points 1. Thank you for your prayers for Mairi’s wrist. It is healing well. 2. We are disappointed that Osamu and Mairi’s flight was cancelled; however, we give thanks that they will be flying in the middle of April. 3. Please pray for the Christian newspaper that was distributed in our block — there are over 150 flats in the building. 4. On the 11th, we remember the Tohoku earthquake and tsunami disaster, which happened 15 years ago. We remember those who lost loved ones. On Saturday, there will be a Christian concert — please pray that the Gospel will touch people’s hearts and pray for Stephen as he takes part in it. 5. We will be distributing Christian newspapers around the church this week. The church is about a 15-minute drive from where we live. 6. Please pray for all the preparations for the Easter family service, which will be held on 12 April. 7. Continue to pray for work-opportunities for Matthew.
1 March 2026 Prayer Points 1. Give thanks that Ichie Yoshida came to church today with her daughter Kikue. Ichie has not been attending for some time, so it was a joy to see her and her daughter at church. Please pray that she will continue to come, especially next Sunday. 2. Osamu and Mairi are scheduled to fly on Tuesday. Please pray that their flight will depart on schedule, especially with the uncertainty in the world right now. 3. Please pray for the church services that will be held online on the 8th and 22nd. Osamu will be preaching during these online services. 4. Please pray for a job opportunity for Matthew. 5. This week we will be distributing the Christian newspaper. Please pray that it will reach and touch people’s hearts. |