A new beginning

Exactly a month ago today David got a call from our agent to say that he had concluded a deal for an apartment for our new co-workers, JP and Nora. They moved in a few days ago and this afternoon we had a time in their new place to dedicate it to the Lord and to pray for JP and Nora's ministry as they join the team in Hiragishi. It really is a great apartment -spacious, bright and ideal for hosting guests. It is in a quiet location yet many people walk by on their way to the local station (the centre of Sapporo is only 10 minutes away by subway). Already JP and Nora have had encouraging conversations with their neighbours. It is important here to visit your neighbours for 'greetings' when you first move in and give them a small gift. We were pleased that as well as the Chuas and Sambi (the only member of church to date), a young guy called Wataru also came. He is a friend of Sambi's and comes once or twice a month to our services. He joined us later for our service too and as he left after we had eaten together he said he wants to believe in Jesus but... However that it a big step for him. We trust that God will use JP and Nora and do a great work through them in Hiragishi. It's so good to have them on board with their passion and love for Jesus. Willkommen!