Norihito is unique here in Japan. Yes, he is a man-child who at the age of 14 looks like he is in his early 20’s. Yes, he can consume large amounts of food (he recently ate 7lbs of food at a buffet) without any immediate natural consequences. Yes, he is as strong as an ox … More Norihito is unique. Are you?
“Hello, my name is Nakagawa. Can I please have 5 minutes of your time to share something very important?” That is how Nakagawa san (pictured w black pants) & 14 other Japanese believers began conversations on the streets of downtown Sapporo, Japan last Saturday. With Bibles in hand, the Holy Spirit in their heart & … More Got 5 Minutes?
Note: photos can be viewed at the bottom of this post Our dearest ministry supporters: It has been an exciting 6 weeks here in Sapporo, Japan thus far. We wanted to drop you a quick email to say hello and give you a brief update on our life and ministry. First off, we are SO … More Coopers on a Mission in Sapporo, Japan UPDATE | 08.10.2012
It is overwhelming to walk and ride our bikes through the streets of Sapporo, Japan and look into the eyes of the people here knowing that statistically almost every single one of them (99.6% to be exact) do not know Jesus Christ. Standing on top of Mt Moiwa with our children looking out over the … More What does 1.9 million look like?
Quick update: We are so thankful for the church community of Grace Church Sapporo. Weekends are like being at a family camp (Scenic Hills-ish) so the kids are having the time of their lives! Friends of all ages, sports, snacks, playing in the park, lots of laughs…we delight to see our kids plugging in. Isaiah … More It’s like family camp (Scenic Hills-ish)
Mission: make disciples.Call: affirmed & obeyed.Invitation to serve at Grace Church Sapporo in Japan: accepted. Vision: unified.House in Noblesvile: rented out. Financial need: provided. Prayer need: endless. Tickets: purchased. Bags: packed. Coopers: on a mission. God is so gracious & generous. We are praising Him & thankful as we depart tomorrow for a year of … More #Ready
Coopers On A Mission in Sapporo, Japan | June 2012 UPDATE – Landed in Japan Edition Greeting Friends & Family: We are overwhelmed by the encouragement, prayers & financial support the Lord has showered on us the past 2 months since we accepted the invitation to serve for 1 year at Grace Church Sapporo in … More Coopers On A Mission in Sapporo, Japan | JUNE 2012 Update – Landed in Japan Edition
Greetings! This blog will serve to provide updates on the life and ministry of the Troy & Rachel Cooper family. We are currently preparing to depart at the end of June 2012 for a 12+ month of missions in Sapporo, Japan at Grace Church Sapporo. We have been asked to equip and mobilize Japanese believers … More Welcome to Coopers On A Mission Blog
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