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All Updates
Ministry news, personal reflections, and updates from Japan


2026 New Year Update
Sharing ministry updates for the end of 2025, along with some personal updates.
Feb 79 min read


2025 Fall Update
I have some exciting news to share with my Chicago friends and family, along with a few heartfelt words for my Japanese friends.
Sep 23, 20255 min read


2025 Spring Update
It’s springtime in Tokyo—the weather is warming up, flowers are in full bloom, and this missionary is looking forward to a new year of ministry. Here is a quick update for 2025 so far: MEET JOE In December of last year, our team members Mayu and Levi welcomed baby Joe into their lives. As you might expect, daily life has changed drastically for them, and we are all adjusting to life and ministry with him around. Joe has quickly become a favorite in the Friday Terrace communit
Apr 28, 20256 min read


2024 Year End Update
2024 Year End Ministry Review & Thoughts
Dec 15, 202410 min read


2024 Summer Update
Life in Tokyo as a missionary.
Aug 19, 20245 min read


2023 Year End Update
This is how the year ended for me, along with some thoughts about 2024.
Dec 25, 20237 min read
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