One of the steady rhythms of ministry here in Sendai has been the church’s Discovery Bible Study (DBS). Discovery Bible Study is a simple method of reading Scripture together and …

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Each year, International Ministry partners with volunteers across the United States and Puerto Rico, supporting both newcomers and seasoned participants for cross-cultural short-term mission. In November 2025, one such volunteer, …

LOVING WELL February 2026   Valentine’s Day. Romantic love. Friendship love. Agape love. Hearts decorate our cards, candy, cakes, and wrapping paper. The heart, however, symbolizes more than emotional love. …

The long-awaited weekend that the girls from all the Talita clubs had been dreaming of finally arrived. For some, their trip to camp started at 4:30 in the morning, but …

This past week, I had the sacred responsibility of leading a memorial service for a dear saint from a church I once pastored. Before he passed, he made a simple …