Update on the Roy Family

Dear Koza family,

 We know many of you are deeply hurt by the recent death of Tripp Roy.  He and Amanda have been a large part of the ministry of Koza for the past three years.  Each of us has been touched by their love, compassion, joy, and encouragement. 

 

Amanda is doing well under this difficult situation.  She is getting tremendous support from the Marine Corps and Koza communities.  At this time there are decisions being made regarding travel and other details.  More details will be determined in the next few days.  There is not much more we can do right now.  We have some ladies who are staying with Amanda around the clock and some dear Marine friends are helping with the children.  If meals or other support is needed we will get the word out.   Space is limited in their home, but if you are close to Amanda and would like to drop by the apartment to offer a “quick” word of encouragement, we are sure she is open to your visit.  There is a probability we will be having a memorial service, which would give you the opportunity to share your love with Amanda and her children, but this is still being determined by the family.  Once we know more, we will share it with you.

 

We want to encourage you to continue to pray for Amanda, Jackson, and Alyssa.  We thank the Lord for the impact Tripp and his family have made upon our lives.  We know the Lord will guide Amanda and the children through this difficult time.

 

 "Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. In my Father's house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.  (John 14:1-3)

 

Seeking His Activity,

Pastor John & Tim

 

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Box of Love

Boxes of Love are Due no later than THURSDAY, December 4th Box of Love Update... I've updated and posted new pics on the blogspot.  Our evening at Urama was very sweet.  There were 6 children and one baby on the way, due next week.  Rika and her daughter Mia along with Junko did a skit and shared the story of Christmas and Jesus birth then Rika and Junko sang a couple of songs in Japanese titled "You are Special" and "You were created to be Loved".  A few mom's were quite moved by them.  Please pray for this location and the mom's and children there as they need so much encouragement.  Thanks again for those of you who prepared boxes for them on such short notice and did such a wonderful job.  Thanks so much for your loving support for this outreach ministry, what a blessing it is to the children and to their mom's. Remember to go to www.boxofloveokinawa.blogspot.com and see what God is doing with this ministry. Shirley Smith

 

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Hawaii Mission Team @ Koza Tonight

Tonight, the mission team from Hawaii will be sharing with us at Koza.  Come out and show your support and be blessed by what God is doing in their lives and culture.

There will be testimonies, music, and of course...hula!!!!  This should be a real treat.

When:  TONIGHT
Where:  Koza Baptist Church
Time:  6 pm - 7 pm

If you have any questions, please call the church at 937-5036.

In Christ,
Britt

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Love & Respect Weekend

Love and Respect Weekend
October 17 - 18

Register On-Line or at the Registration Table on Sunday.

Cost:  $30 per couple
(Books, Breaks, & Breakfast)

Childcare:  $6 per child
(Limit to the first 50 children)

For more Information and to Register On-line: CLICK HERE.

Testimonials

A husband says, "We were so impressed with the conference. The thing that impressed me the most was learning how men and women are wired differently. It is easier to understand what (my wife)is trying to get across to me. (My wife) and I will be celebrating our 33rd Anniversary... and I still came away knowing that I have a lot to learn and need to do my share to help minimize our crazy cycles.  I WAS IMPRESSED!!!!"

A wife writes about her husband. "(My husband)has always been a very quiet man - not one for displays of emotion. We are as different as any two people could be in that area. But, I see something so different in him as a result of this conference. He is as enthusiastic and excited as I have ever seen him."

After 6 years of marriage, a couple was headed for divorce but came to the Love and Respect Conference. Then, a year later they came back to a second conference. The last 12 months had been the best of their whole married life!

WEEKEND SCHEDULE

FRIDAY
5:15 pm - 6:45 pm:  Registration
6:45 pm - 7:00 pm:  Welcome
7:00 pm - 8:25 pm:  Session One:  The Crazy Cycle
8:25 pm - 8:40 pm:  Break
8:40 pm - 10:00 pm:  Session Two:  The Energizing Cycle Part I

SATURDAY
8:15 am - 9:00 am:  Continental Breakfast
9:00 am - 10:25 am: Session Three: The Energizing Cycle Part II
10:25 am - 10:50 am:  Break
10:50 am - 12:00 pm:  Session Four:  Practical Application
12:00 pm - 12:10 pm:  Stand Up Break
12:10 pm - 1:30 pm:  Session Five:  The Reward Cycle

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Men's Encounter

Change of Plans,

Due to the change of the typhoon's direction, the Men's Encounter will meet as previously scheduled. We will follow the usual typhoon procedures if the climate changes once again.

Typhoon Procedures: www.kozabaptistchurch.org/Typhoon.html

Men's Encounter
Friday, September 12th
1900

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Typhoon Information

Hello Koza,

We are having our first storm of the season.
Below is the link to our Typhoon Procedures.
http://www.kozabaptistchurch.org/Typhoon.html

Cancellations for this week.
     Men's Encounter (Friday, Sept 12)
     Financial Peace Seminar (Saturday, Sept 13)
             - This will be rescheduled at a later date.

Your Staff @ Koza


 

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ESL TRAINING (22 AUG)

ESL Training

Friday, August 22nd

9:30am - 11:30am

Childcare will be provided

 

English as a Second Language is a great ministry to our community.  It gives Koza Baptist Church an opportunity to impact our Okinawan community for Christ.  Each year we see many of the individuals from the community come to Koza in order to learn english.

This year we are expecting even more participation. 
Efforts are being made to promote this ministry to our new community, Noborikawa. 

In order to be effective, we need more ESL Teachers.
You do not have to speak Japanese to teach English.
We are looking for individuals who are desiring to reach the Okinawan community.  You will be provided with all the materials and training.  If you speak English, you qualify to teach English in this ministry.

ESL takes place each week on Mondays at 9:30am - 12:00noon.

If you are interested in attending the training or teaching in ESL,
please contact Julie Morrison
themorrisons@morrisongang.com or 098-926-1338

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