We met the English Speaking Society last Friday. They were very surprised to see us; I think we're the first Americans they have seen. We were able to spend time with them and help them prepare for 2 English contests. The society placed 3rd in the drama they performed. Sandra was able to meet 2 more friends through Risa and Hiromi, students at the university.
This past Sunday, the team performed "Mighty to Save" by Hillsong to the Sapporo congregation, which I hope they enjoyed. Afterwards, Mailee gave a short testimony of Jesus Christ working in her life. Sandra, Mai, and Justin's testimony are to follow within the next four weeks.
This week we went to teach English to elementary school students; two fourth grade classes and two sixth grade classes. The students were very excited to see us. The classes all did a great job in conversation and numbers. Yuki, our translator and Mai Xee, both confused Mailee as a student since she was sitting down with the students. She blended very well since she was the same height as them.
The team also experienced our very first visit to the onsen (hot springs bath house) It was scary at first because we didn't know what to expect, but at the end, it was very relaxing and calming for the mind and body.
We will be having our first American Nights on Thursday, June 11, where we be making hamburgers and hot dogs and then on Friday, June 12, where we will be having games and coffee. We hope the friends that we have made will be able to attend and will enjoy their time with us.
Please continue to pray for the team that we will continue to be encouraged; making friends in Japan is harder than expected.
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