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  • Episode 4 | Wordle and the Importance of Community

    So what is all the hype about the game, Wordle? Why is it so popular among English speakers? What about The New York Times‘ acquisition of the game? And how has the COVID-19 pandemic affected people’s sense of community and loneliness? I decided to do a little research on my own regarding Wordle and its…

  • Episode 3 | Communication Styles in Japan, the U.S., and God’s Kingdom

    As an English teacher living in Japan, it’s rather commonplace to discuss the differences in communication styles between the U.S. and Japan. And let me tell you, there are many. But, I feel like most of my students (and fellow teachers) talk about these differences as if one is better than the other. So, in…

  • Praise: The Body of Christ in Shukugawa

    Heavenly Father, I praise You for the work You have done here in Shukugawa. I praise You for the people You have brought into Your kingdom over the years that Shukugawa Bible Church has been serving. I praise You for the powerful testimonies of these church members—and their devotion and love for You. You have…

  • First Sunday at Shukugawa
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    First Sunday at Shukugawa

    After arriving in Japan on a Saturday, I hit the ground running at my new church on Sunday. I learned that Sundays at Shukugawa are pretty…how can I say…intense. They’re intense. But I think they’re intense in the best way possible. But first, let me give you a little background information. A Typical Sunday at…