This Week

It has been a full week here, and we're excited about all that we got to be a part of.

We began a Bible study with Daniel and Megan, the oldest of the missionary kids. It's about God's character traits. This week we've been studying God's wisdom as seen in the story of Esther. They come over to our apartment at night for the study. We've had a great time hanging out and studying the Word with them. They're both really cool, and we're already wishing we could keep meeting after the summer. Please pray for our time with them.

We've also been able to spend a lot of time with the other missionary kids playing legos, watching movies, and taking them to the park. We made some precious Japanese friends at the park too with whom we had lots of fun trying to communicate.

We began Japanese lessons too with Nanae. She is so kind and patient with us. We met on Tuesday and Thursday, and she's coming again next Tuesday. We are learning how to write letters and what sounds they make. We're practicing on the paper you use in kindergarten or first grade....talk about a humbling experience. Pray that we'll continue to learn and get all of our homework done:) Please pray for Nanae too. We love her and want her to come to know Christ.

This week also included another trip to English class at the youchien (kindergarten), a lady's meeting and craft meeting for Rachel, and a visit to a club meeting at the town's international center.

We are about to head out on a church camping trip for the weekend. Pray for a good time of fellowship there and for the unbelieving friends who are coming with us. Love you all!