We’re still on for Sunday!
Dear WTUC Family,
I hope that you have enjoyed the cooler fall weather. It certainly has been a bit drier as well compared to the past few weeks when it almost seemed like it was raining every day! However, there were a lot of questions about this upcoming Sunday’s service, which is the reason why the Letter to the Congregation was delayed. The Steering Committee has decided that given the current forecast of us seeing rain and a breeze but not severe weather conditions during the midday hours Sunday, we will have our in person worship service as scheduled. However, in the case that the weather turns severe sooner than expected during the service, we will support those of you who need help with transportation.
Starting Sunday, Pastor Jordan will kick off our first WTUC sermon series of our 2026-2027 year: We Three Kings. No, it’s not about the Magi during Christ’s birth… instead, we will be studying about the three kings of the united Kingdom of Israel: Saul, David, and Solomon. Where do we see the people in their pursuit of God - or a king? And where is God when they decide they want a king instead of God? There is a lot to unpack here, and Pastor Jordan and I are excited to collaborate on this new series. Please come join us in person Sunday in Room 105 of Japan Lutheran College and Theological Seminary, and the service will begin at 11:00 a.m. There will also be a time of fellowship after the service, and so those of you who regularly attend the service, please bring finger food or a snack to share.
We also have an exciting fall event for our youth! After the WTUC Summer Youth Campers sowed buckwheat for soba noodles back in late July, it’s time for harvesting! On October 3-4, the WTUC Youth will make a trip back to Lake Nojiri to harvest and to taste the freshly processed soba noodles! Space is limited! Register by emailing youth@wtuc.net! You can check out the details here.
I pray that you are able to have a safe Silver Week as this storm blows through. Take care of yourselves and stay safe wherever you are.
Blessings,
Jonathan