Fall Missions Update | Lydie & William Payne in Japan

Meet Lydia & William Payne, former Crossing intern (Lydia!) and now full-time missionaries serving in Fukuoka, Japan with Mustard Seed Network. In this Fall Missions Update, they share an inside look at their first four months living, learning, and serving in one of Japan’s fastest-growing cities.

From settling into their Japanese apartment, navigating life without a car, and learning one of the most complex languages in the world, to preparing for the launch of a brand-new church—this update shows both the beauty and the challenge of reaching the unreached in Japan, where less than 1% of the population knows Jesus.

You’ll hear about:
🇯🇵 Their new home and daily life in Fukuoka
🚉 What it’s like to live in Japan without a car
🗣 Their intensive Japanese language learning
⛪️ Their 7-person church-planting team
📅 The launch of their church’s first service
🙏 How you can pray for and support their ministry

Lydia & William share their gratitude for The Crossing and the vital role our church plays in helping reach the unreached across the world.

🙏 Please Pray For:
 • Wisdom as they serve and learn
 • Strong community and gospel-centered relationships
 • The launch of their new church plant
 • Many to hear and believe the good news of Jesus in Japan
 • Endurance and encouragement as they adjust to life and culture

🌍 Partner With the Paynes:
Your prayers and generosity make this ministry possible. Thank you for helping us reach the unreached of Japan with the hope of Jesus. Stay connected for more updates from the Paynes and our global mission partners. 
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