| She prayed, and randomly opened
her Bible to Deuteronomy 8, where Israel is exhorted to continue
to trust and obey. Renewed in her faith that God would always
take care of her, Hisako signed the contract. Ever since, she
has always had a place to stay, including some months house-sitting
for mission co-workers Kay and Christian Zebley while they were
on home assignment. Most recently, Alpha Japan’s office
has been blessed by Hisako’s great organizational skills
and prayerful presence. Hisako often says, “Even though
I have nothing, I am filled with joy.”
We hope these stories of faithful witness from Japan encourage
you on your Lenten journey. We are truly grateful for your support
and prayers for the Japanese churches, Tokyo Union Theological
Seminary, our ministries, and our family. Thanks for continuing
to make the mission of the PC(USA) a priority in your giving as
congregations and as individuals.
With Thanks and Blessings,
Tom and Carol Hastings
The Japanese publisher is requiring that we provide $10,000 up
front to cover the initial costs. If you would like to contribute
to this, individuals can send contributions to PC (USA) Individual
Remittance Processing, PO Box 643700, Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700.
Churches should send contributions to their usual receiving site
or to PC (USA) Church Remittance Processing, PO Box 643700, Pittsburgh,
PA 15264-3700. Be sure to write the ECO number (051841) on the
subject line of the check. To give online, click the give button
below.
Churches are invited to Directed Mission Support for the Hastings,
whose project number is D505005. For a pledge form, email Peter Kemmerle or Anne
Blair. Or send a check to Church Remittance Processing, as
above. Please remember to write our project number on the subject
line of the check.
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