Today in the PC-USA Mission Yearbook

The Mission Yearbook for Prayer and Study is a daily devotional with 365 inspiring mission stories that come from next door and all across the globe. It inspires thousands of Presbyterians daily as they uphold the mission of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) in intercessory prayer. How often have you wondered, where are the young adults in the PC(USA)? Wonder no longer. The 2014 Presbyterian Mission Yearbook for Prayer and Study is devoted to the theme of young adults in the church. Its stories, many told by young adults, lift up how Presbyterians of all ages are engaging and joining with Presbyterian young adults in reforming the church for Christ’s mission.

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Today in the Mission Yearbook: August 26, 2015

JAPAN - In the aftermath of the Second World War much of Japan lay in ruins, and the population was spiritually and physically exhausted. The nation was hard pressed to meet even the most basic needs of the people. Presbyterian missionaries returned to this challenging environment and immediately conducted a survey to prioritize their efforts. One of the highest priorities was to witness to the love and compassion of Jesus Christ through medical ministry. Together with Japanese Christians, an area in Osaka called Awaji was identified as especially lacking medical services. It had been severely damaged during the war and was home to a marginalized minority group ...

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