A gospel gathering will be held today, Saturday, December 27, starting at 6:30 p.m., at the Tokyo Antioch Church sanctuary.
Let us share a wonderful time of gospel music together.
Please feel free to invite your family and friends to join us.
The event will also be streamed online.
You can watch via the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/live/fIDbZZ7IsDk?si=Gvc63BsCWOfzsXsU
On Thursday, December 25, the congregational worship team PRESENCE of Tokyo Antioch Church held a Christmas concert at a day service center in Kita Ward.
As the visit took place on a different day than usual, more than half of the attendees were first-time listeners. Many enjoyed the concert by waving flags and fans, and some were deeply moved, listening with tears in their eyes.
Along with Christmas songs, PRESENCE sang together with Mint, JOY, Immanuel, and Gifts. This time, a clear presentation of the gospel was also given in connection with the Christmas message.
Former churchgoers expressed their joy, saying, “It felt just like being in church.” Others commented, “I’m so glad I came today,” “It was my first time, but I really enjoyed it,” “This will be a lifetime memory,” and “Even if it’s not my service day, I want to come again.” Some even requested that the team come to their homes to sing.
Staff members also shared their appreciation, saying, “Those who heard the music for the first time were truly delighted. Many asked when you would come again, and everyone had such a wonderful time. We look forward to next year as well.”
All glory be to the Lord.
Footage from the concert is available to view online.
https://www.youtube.com/live/z9kwfo5shWc?si=tZZAF0H1FL7lBNKA https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSrPIiCkgZt/?igsh=MTEwN2Fyb3RwaWhtMg==
On Thursday, December 25, 2025, the gospel event “KOKOROGOSPEL LOUNGE – Christmas Concert –”, organized by The Vision, was held at Nakanoba, the event space on the first floor of Nakano City Hall.
Six groups—Ayu, Lumiere, Spring of Life, Marvelous Light, Plaisir, and Joshua—performed during the event, which featured three stages beginning at noon.
The venue welcomed a large number of visitors, including many returning attendees. Representatives from local welfare facilities also expressed interest, saying they would “definitely like the performers to come,” making this a promising opportunity for future outreach.
The next KOKOROGOSPEL LOUNGE is scheduled to be held in January 2026.
Thank you very much for your generous contributions toward the construction of the church hall.
We would like to report the total amount of offerings received to date.
As of December 22:
¥24,690,898
Thank you sincerely for your continued support.
With appreciation,
Church Accounting Office – Amagai
On December 24, Give and the Kumamoto J Gospel Club held a Christmas J-Gospel concert at Care Center Midori no Ki, a care facility located in Chuo Ward, Kumamoto City.
After the opening song, “You Raise Me Up,” the center director immediately approached the performers to praise them, saying, “You are very good.” Residents and staff listened attentively throughout the Christmas songs and J-Gospel performances.
During the music therapy segment, everyone enjoyed moving their bodies together and singing “Furusato.” The atmosphere was filled with joy.
Some listeners were moved to tears during songs such as “Great Love” and “You Were Born to Be Loved.” For the finale, “God Is Love,” residents joined in by forming an “L” with their fingers and singing along, creating a lively and heartwarming moment.
The center director commented, “There are six more facilities in Kumamoto City. May I share the video? I think there will be more offers.”
As the group departed, both residents and staff warmly expressed their gratitude, saying, “Thank you very much.”
A gospel event titled “KOKORO GOSPEL LOUNGE – Christmas Concert” will be held on Thursday, December 25, at Nakanoba, the event space located on the first floor of Nakano City Hall.
Performance Schedule
Performing Groups:
Ayu, Lumiere, Spring of Life, Plaisir, Joshua, Marvelous Light
Admission is free. This special seasonal concert offers a warm and joyful Christmas program. Everyone is welcome to attend.
The event is scheduled to be streamed on YouTube via The Vision channel.
https://www.youtube.com/@TheVisionGospel
We will be livestreaming the Wednesday Prayer Meeting today, December 24th (Wednesday), starting at 7:00 PM.
You can watch it at the URL below.
https://youtube.com/live/vMRjA1cTw_Q?feature=share
[Niigata Charismatic Meeting/Prophecy Seminar]
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
9:30 – 10:00 Prophecy Seminar
10:00 – 12:00 Charismatic Seminar
Meeting location: Niigata City Northern General Community Center 2nd floor 204 (3511-1 Inari-cho, Chuo-ku, Niigata City)
Speakers: Pastor Paul Akimoto (Pastor of TLEA Tokyo Antioch Church) and Pastor Miyoko Kitajima (Pastor of TLEA River of Life Church)
Contact: 070-5460-3014 (Kitajima, mobile phone)
[Minamiuonuma/Tokamachi Charismatic Meeting and Prophecy Seminar]
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
5:00 PM – 5:30 PM Prophecy Seminar
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Charismatic Meeting (Start time may be earlier)
Venue: Kawanishi (Senju Central) Community Center, 1st Floor (76-7 Mizukuchizawa, Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture)
Speakers: Pastor Paul Akimoto (TLEA Tokyo Antioch Church, Pastor) and Pastor Hannah Tsuneyama (TLEA City of the Lord Zion Church) Pastor)
Contact: 090-5589-1086 (Tsuneyama/mobile)
Due to the special end-of-year Gospel concert being held at Tokyo Antioch Church on December 28th at 5:00 PM, the meeting schedule will be changed as follows.
Thank you for your understanding.
Third Worship Service
12:50-14:10
[Change]
🔵12:40-13:55
Each meeting
14:10-14:25
[Change]
🔵13:55-14:05
Youth Service
14:35-15:25
[Change]
🔵14:15-15:00
International Service
15:40-16:30
【Change】
🔵15:15-16:00
Concert
Rehearsal
16:00-17:00
Year-End Special Gospel
Concert
17:00-18:30
Seventh Worship Service
Normal
19:00-21:00
The 6th “EUROPE, ISRAEL & JAPAN JOINT GOSPEL WEB FESTIVAL 2025” will be held on Saturday, December 27, with a YouTube Premiere starting at 8:00 p.m. (Japan time).
This special online gospel concert will bring together participants from the Czech Republic, Germany, Ukraine, Israel, and Japan, celebrating unity and hope through gospel music. Viewers will also enjoy a powerful orchestral performance by the Central Band of the Czech Armed Forces.
Please join us online and experience this inspiring gospel web festival that connects nations through praise and music.
