Waseda University E-Crew

A small group of missionaries has been eating lunch weekly at Waseda University to take part in an English conversation group called E-Crew ('E' for English, of course). This is something that is organized by the students themselves, with the missionaries providing native English speakers. A few of the students are Believers, but I believe the majority are not.

I came in contact with one of the missionaries who participates several weeks ago and that's how I got involved. This is an open door with tremendous potential for outreach right in my back yard. I've enjoyed so much having this connection with college-aged Japanese people and look forward to going every week. This age group in Japan is a different culture in itself it seems, and unlike high school kids, they have greater freedom in almost every area of their lives.

Who to pray for:
*Shion-he's the guy in the picture who is sitting in the chair across from me. He is a Christian and one of the influential people in the group.
*Yuichiro-in the picture he is standing to the left (your left) of the girl in the Gap sweatshirt. He is the fearless leader, big boss, of E-Crew. Please pray that his heart might be softened and curious about the Gospel.
*Kara Enns-the girl in the Gap shirt. She and her husband, Jeff, moved to Japan about four months ago for work and ministry. Please pray for healthy, quick adjustment to a new culture and lifestyle and for their lives to have a great impact on those they come in contact with.
*Steve Weemes-he's taking the picture. He and his wife are missionaries with OMF (Overseas Missions Fellowship), they've been here for a good long time. Pray for Steve as he helps plan various activities to invite the E-Crew to participate in, and for the Lord to use his relationships with the guys, in particular.
*Everyone else! I can't even begin to remember EVERYONE's names, but you can still pray :-) Pray for good relationships, good conversations and open doors through them, interaction outside of our regular times, and the power and work of the Holy Spirit in all that happens so that the Enemy may have NONE.