Community Life

By Admin Team

Tokyo Union Church celebrated its 150th Anniversary last year with a series of events and activities that focused on building community and commemorating the church's rich history. The celebration, "Meet, Pray, Love," began with an eight-hour programming that included talks by former pastors, discussions on prayer, and a challenge to perform 150 acts of love and kindness in the coming year. The event, broadcasted in three time zones and attended by over 1,100 alumni from 17 countries, marked the end of the church's two-year physical isolation.

Following the launch event, the church continued celebrating its anniversary with "pop-up" events focused on building community. These events included coffee tastings, a family fiesta, a chili and movie night, and a pilgrimage to Nagasaki. The celebration's highlight was the Joyful Jubilee, a two-day event that included dinners, lunches, and a special coffee hour. The event was attended by over 500 people and featured performances by the church's choir and musicians, a dramatic ballet dance, and a curry lunch prepared by the church's Homeless Ministry.

Throughout the celebration, the church emphasized its commitment to building a strong community and commemorating its past while creating a future guided by love and kindness. The celebration was a testament to the church's resilience in the face of the global pandemic and its dedication to bringing people together in faith and fellowship.