DAVID AND SUE VERWEY

David and Sue were both raised in Japan as missionary kids. They were married in 1982 and joined Japan Mission in 1987. They are now involved in various aspects of ministry, administration and represent the Mission by taking meetings. Please pray for wisdom and protection as they have various leadership responsibilities.

Please pray for their three children: JESSE is in the US Army. CHRIS is now studying further. ALEX is also furthering his studies and involved in ministry with a local Japanese church.

David has been asked to speak at various evangelistic opportunities, serve as board member of Christian organizations and served as Principal of a school (KCS) for missionary children for about 7 years.

In an effort to sow the seed more widely, he has also served on two local city mayor’s councils, a police commission and has consulted with and spoken at local Japanese public schools. David says, “It was one of the highlights of our lives when Sue and I were able to gather all of the Japanese school principals of our area to share our Christian view of education and raising children! It was a wonderful opportunity to witness to them!” As a result, David was further asked to speak on this subject at a number of their PTA meetings.

David is currently responsible for the general management and continued development of the vision for the work. This includes mediating between workers, churches and Christian schools, and working with various organizations in order to further the vision of the work. Other aspects involve recruitment, personnel management, policies and overseeing finances.

Sue has been involved in ministry with schools, PTA groups, ladies, children, and securing and setting up housing for Mission personnel. She is a wonderful help to David, and plays a critical role in providing hospitality, counseling Christian workers, and witnessing to non-Christian friends.

David and Sue have also represented Japan Mission by taking meetings in the Canada, UK, USA and South Africa. Please pray for their protection and the ability to effectively communicate the vision of the work.

Feel free to contact David and Sue Verwey by sending e-mail to: jm@japanmission.org