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[Suzuka Charismatic Meeting/Prophecy Seminar]

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

14:00–16:20

Venue: AGF Suzuka Gymnasium 1st floor large conference room (1-1-1 Ejimadai, Suzuka City)

Speakers: Pastor Paul Akimoto, Pastor John Akimoto, Pastor Fibe Ota

Contact: 090-8553-1401 (Sakaguchi)

[Matsusaka Charismatic Meeting]

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

18:00–Prophecy Seminar

18:30 – Charismatic Meeting

Speakers: Pastor Paul Akimoto (Pastor of Tokyo Antioch Church), Pastor John Akimoto (Pastor of Tokyo Antioch Church), Pastor Fibe Ota (Pastor of Yokkaichi Zion Church)

Contact: tlea.matsusaka@gmail.com (Saito)

Please contact Saito regarding the venue.

The performance order for HAKUBA WORLD GOSPEL FESTIVAL 2026 has been finalized.

1. 1. Restoration Project
   2. harvest
   3. Kobe Sanbitai
   4. Message
   5. Noah
   6. Pure Water
   7. NIJI
   8. GIVE
   9. La Sposa
   10. Plaisir
   11. Beracha
   12. Signs and Wonders
   13. Immanuel
   14. PEACE
   15. Wakana
   16. JOY
   17. ISRAEL
   18. Marvellous Light
   19. Jerusalem
   20. Crossroad
   21. Come & Worship
   22. Lumiere
   23. Splendor
   24. True Vine
   25. Gospel Seed
   26. Ayu
   27. Spring of Life

• • As one team withdrew from the competition, Restoration Project, which had been the first alternate in the additional qualification round, has been added to the lineup.
  • The performance order was determined by dividing the participating groups according to their previous achievements and then drawing lots within each group.
  • The final two performances were scheduled at the end to accommodate preparations for the orchestra and choir. Therefore, a 10-minute intermission will be held after Performance No. 25 before the final two groups take the stage.

Regarding the flooding situation affecting our Taiwanese sister, thanks to your prayers and the help of her brothers and sisters, she has almost fully recovered from the damage.

We sincerely appreciate your prayers.

The 7th EUROPE & JAPAN JOINT GOSPEL WEB FESTIVAL 2026 will premiere on YouTube on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 8:00 PM (Japan Standard Time).

This special online gospel concert will feature participants from the Czech Republic, Ukraine, Germany, and Japan. Viewers will also have the opportunity to enjoy a powerful live performance by the Maranatha Gospel Choir, the largest choir in the Czech Republic.

Join us for an inspiring evening of gospel music that brings together voices from across Europe and Japan in praise and worship.

We warmly invite you to watch and share this special event with your family and friends!

https://tlea.tokyoantioch.com/europe-japan-joint-gospel-web-fes-2026/

The home of a sister from Taiwan who has registered for the Hakuba Camp has been flooded due to the typhoon.

Please pray that the heavy rain will stop, that her home and community will recover quickly, and that she will be able to travel safely to the Hakuba Camp as planned.

Thank you for remembering her in your prayers.

We are pleased to announce that the Cornerstone Orphanage Official App has been completed and is now available.

The app is packed with useful features, including the latest orphanage news, donation tools, and much more.

You can download the app using the link below or by searching for it in the Apple App Store.

We would greatly appreciate your help in sharing and promoting the Cornerstone Orphanage Official App with others.

Cornerstone Orphanage Official App https://apps.apple.com/app/%E7%A4%8E%E3%81%AE%E7%9F%B3%E5%AD%A4%E5%85%90%E9%99%A2-%E5%85%AC%E5%BC%8F%E3%82%A2%E3%83%97%E3%83%AA/id6778826623

The participating teams for HAKUBA WORLD GOSPEL FESTIVAL 2026 KIDS & U21 have been selected.

The competition will be held on Wednesday, July 15, at Hotel Green Plaza Hakuba.

Kids Division

• • Inori & Joshua (Kansai)
  • JOY & ESTER & MIRIKA (Kansai)
  • Faith (Kyushu)
  • Yorokobi (Kyushu)
  • Sharon (Okinawa)

U21 Division

• • Joseph (Kanto)
  • DAVID (Kanto)
  • Revival (Kanto)
  • Inori (Chubu)
  • Elijah (Chubu)
  • Super Smile (Kyushu)
  • By Grace (Kyushu)
  • First Fruits (Kyushu)
  • NOAH (Kyushu)
  • Orange (Kyushu)

Congratulations to all the teams! We look forward to their performances at HAKUBA WORLD GOSPEL FESTIVAL 2026 KIDS & U21.

[Sapporo AFC Charismatic Meeting]

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

9:00–

Venue: Sapporo Chuo Civic Center 2F Tsudoi A (Minami 3-jo Nishi 11-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido)

Speakers: Pastor Paul Akimoto, Pastor Paul Kitano, Pastor John Akimoto, Pastor Peter Uchida

[Asahikawa Charismatic Meeting]

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

18:15–

Venue: Asahikawa Civic Cultural Center 3rd floor, Conference Room 5 (9-chome, 7-jo-dori, Asahikawa, Hokkaido)

Speakers: Pastor Paul Akimoto and Pastor Paul Kitano

Contact: 0166-73-4347

We are inviting orchestra ministry volunteers from TLEA churches nationwide to participate in the worship services during the Hakuba Camp.

Those who are already serving in an orchestra ministry during church worship services, as well as those who have a desire to serve in orchestra ministry by faith, are welcome to apply.

Please note:

• • Participants must bring their own instruments.
  • Advance registration is required.
  • Application deadline: July 7.

Please indicate which of the following services you are available to serve in, along with your name, church affiliation, and instrument:

1. 1. July 14 – Evening Service
   2. July 15 – Opening Service
   3. July 15 – Evening Service
   4. July 16 – Evening Service
   5. July 17 – Closing Service

Additional Information

• • Once your application is received, you will be provided with a link to the latest sheet music (updated as needed).
  • The ministry schedule will be sent approximately three days before the camp.
  • Music stands may be limited, so those who are able to bring their own are encouraged to do so.

Application Form

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/9EE1tzx95k

Person in Charge: Terumi Noah

On June 20, GRACIOUS DOORS presented a volunteer concert at a day service center in Tokyo, attended by approximately 20 people.

Several audience members commented that “More Than Anyone Else”, an original gospel song from the Kaze no Hibiki collection, was their favorite performance of the day.

Although this was the group’s first concert at this facility, “Kansha Man (Thanksgiving Man)” was especially well received. One elderly lady enthusiastically remarked, “This song has such a great rhythm! I really liked ‘Kansha Man’!” Her response sparked an encore request, and the audience joyfully joined in once again with handclaps and singing.

Many participants shared comments such as, “All the songs were wonderful,” and “We had a great time!” Everyone greatly enjoyed the concert.

We give heartfelt thanks to God for His blessing upon the concert and for touching the hearts of those who attended.