Ruth Maeda has safely returned to Cambodia after her temporary visit to Japan.
During her stay in Japan, all her needs were met, and she was kept safe throughout her journey. We sincerely thank everyone for your prayers and support.
Today, Tuesday, August 11, the KOKORO GOSPEL “SPLASH” concert was held at the Nakano ZERO Small Hall and was a blessed event.
The next concert is scheduled for Friday, December 25, 2026, at the Nakano ZERO Small Hall.
“Kokoro Gospel” will be held on Tuesday, August 11, at the Nakano ZERO Small Hall. We invite you to come along with your family and friends.
[Date/Time] Tuesday, August 11, 2026
[Show Starts] 19:00 (Doors open 18:30)
[Venue] Nakano ZERO Small Hall ️ Venue Tickets (All seats unreserved)
Adults:
Advance ¥2,000 / Door ¥2,500
Junior High & High School Students:
Advance ¥1,500 / Door ¥2,000
Elementary School Students:
Advance ¥1,000 / Door ¥1,500
* Please note that preschool-aged children are not permitted to attend.
* We are making preparations to ensure a comfortable experience for guests who use wheelchairs or require assistance. To ensure smooth entry and seating, please contact us in advance.
️ Paid Streaming Ticket Price: ¥2,000 ️
Register here
Inquiries: 070-6462-5345
E-mail: info@thevision.co.jp
Planning & Production: The Vision
Website: https://thevision.co.jp
On August 8th, a “healing gathering” was held at Tokyo Antioch Church.
Gospel Seed’s Esther Harumi Sanbonmatsu developed three incurable diseases at the age of five, causing her to lose muscle strength, and was hospitalized for long periods of time and was bedridden. Although his condition was so serious that he was diagnosed as the first case in Japan, he became a Christian, believed in healing, and prayed for him, and through that, he was healed of his incurable disease.
After that, even after giving birth twice, there was no recurrence, and the doctor said that she was completely cured. Currently, it is praised while playing the keyboard at Gospel Seed, and has been used for many years.
Harumi Estelle Sanbonmatsu of Gospel Seed developed three incurable diseases (dermatomyositis, multiple sclerosis, and scleroderma) at the same time when she was five years old, and suffered a severe loss of muscle strength.
Since the onset of the disease, my muscle strength has not grown, and my arms have remained as thick as they were when I was 5 years old.
The drugs inhibited her growth, and she was unable to stop the disease’s progression, forcing her to spend a long period of time in the hospital and become bedridden.
To investigate the cause, tests including muscle biopsies were repeated 10 times at the University of Tokyo Hospital.
I was diagnosed as the first child in Japan to have contracted the disease.
Even when I received treatment at home, I was barely able to move.
At the piano class, he could barely make a sound when he hit the keys, but he was attending the piano class for the purpose of rehabilitation.
I became a Christian and believed in healing.
When he was prayed for at a large healing gathering, he collapsed.
At that time, Jesus said, “This man has been cured.”
From that time on, he was cured of his incurable disease.
After that, they got married.
However, when I gave birth, I was told that it would happen again, but it never happened again after giving birth twice.
The doctor was surprised and said, “For some reason, you are making a full recovery.”
Ever since he was healed, he has been praised while playing the keyboard at Gospel Seed for many years, and has been widely used.
[Atsugi Charismatic Gathering]
Saturday, August 15, 2026
2:00–2:30 PM Gospel Gathering
2:30–2:50 PM Charisma Seminar
3:00–4:20 PM Charismatic Gathering
Venue: Amyu Atsugi, Music Room 1 (2-12-15 Nakamachi, Atsugi City)
Speakers: Pastor Paul Akimoto and Pastor Moses Onojima
Contact: 090-4006-5774 (Onojima)
We sincerely thank you for your precious prayers and offerings for The Water Flowing from the Sanctuary Mission.
We have a financial need of 260,000 yen to cover the Tokyo office’s operating expenses for last month (July).
Please keep this need in your prayers so that it may be met, and if you feel led to contribute, we would greatly appreciate your offering.
[Postal Transfer Account] Account Holder: The Water Flowing From The Sanctuary Mission (Seijo kara Nagarderu Mizu Mission) | Account Number: 00110-3-535710 Current Account: Branch 019 | Account Number: 535710
Thank you for your contributions toward the construction of the church building.
We would like to report the current total of the contributions received.
As of August 3:
27,933,029 yen
Thank you very much.
We appreciate your continued support.
Church Treasurer: Amagai
After the church vehicle broke down, an inspection at a repair shop revealed that extensive repairs were required and the cost would be substantial.
Following consultation, and to ensure the safe continuation of the church’s ministry, it was decided to urgently purchase a used vehicle rather than proceed with repairs. The cost of the used vehicle currently being considered is approximately 2.5 million yen.
This vehicle is indispensable to the church’s ministry; it is used by Pastor Paul Akimoto for daily pastoral duties and nationwide service, as well as for worship services, charismatic gatherings, various meetings, camps, and other activities.
Please pray that this need is met swiftly. We would also be grateful for any support from those who feel led to contribute to this work.
[Nara Charisma Gathering & Charisma Seminar]
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
13:00–15:30
Venue: Acty Nara, 5th Floor (Ogata Building, 5-4 Takama-cho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture)
Speakers: Pastor Paul Akimoto, Pastor Paul Mori, Pastor Kumiko Hayashibara
Contact: 080-4025-2739 (Hayashibara)
[Nishinomiya Charismatic Meeting]
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
11:00–13:30
Venue: Nishinomiya City Community Center 6F 603 Meeting Room (4-8 Takamatsucho, Nishinomiya City)
Speakers: Pastor Paul Akimoto, Pastor John Akimoto, Pastor Israel Shibahashi
Contact: Contact: 090-8886-4884 (Shibahashi)
[Kobe/Hyogo Joint Charismatic Meeting & Charismatic Seminar]
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
18:30–21:00
Venue: Aste Kawanishi Civic Plaza 6th floor multi-space ① (25-1-601 Sakaemachi, Kawanishi City)
Speakers: Pastor Paul Akimoto and Pastor Paul Mori
Contact: 080-3819-5177(Mori)