Converge (Converge Worldwide Japan Mission)
The year was 1948 and the Baptist General Conference (BGC) responded to the call to...
Issue: Winter 2016
Five Years On
Fukushima’s Long Uncertainty
Recovery from the aftermath of the third disaster of March 2011 is far from over.
The Unexpected Calling
Through the disaster of 3.11, God has raised a new generation of workers, many of whom never thought they would become missionaries
Do for One What You Wish You Could Do for All
Faced with overwhelming need in the wake of the triple disaster, Richard Amos focused on helping those few that God put in his path.
How Did I Get Here?
The people of Ishinomaki have seen truths of the Bible practically demonstrated as the body of Christ worked together in unity in their city.
CRASH Japan: Looking Back and Moving Forward
The triple disaster transformed CRASH Japan almost overnight, but it is still undergoing changes to better position it to respond to future disasters
Kizuna: Blessed Be the Ties that Bind
Strong relational ties were forged with Japanese volunteers through serving together in the aftermath of 3.11
Osaka Church Ministered in Tohoku
This is the story of one of many churches in Japan who sent groups to Tohoku to minister after the disaster in 2011.
Relief Work is Kingdom Work
The Be One team has been serving in Ishinomaki for five years; here they share six lessons they’ve learned along the way.
A Story of Hope and Grace
Two projects characterized by hope and grace are touching the lives of many residents of coastal regions in Miyagi prefecture as well as those living further afield.
Needles and Yarn
The tsunami prompted new projects to begin. Yarn Alive is one of those surprising projects.
A new church, a new partnership and new believers
God has brought many surprising things out of the triple disaster
Stop Praying “In Jesus’ Name, Amen”?
In my experience it is common, even traditional, in English and in Japanese to end...
Effective Language Exchange
Language exchange is a great way to improve your conversational Japanese and discover more about Japanese culture
Good Structure is Vital
To help the reader follow your reasoning, it is critical to structure your writing well
Enhancing Your Natural Tranquilizers
Eliminating things that destroy our natural tranquilizers helps to preserve physical and emotional well-being
Building Christ-centered Community
This article is part one of a four-part series, based on the following: An effective...
