David and Leslie Turley

How good it was to see so many of you upon my return to the colorful hills of

West Virginia!  To go from the summer-like temperatures of sub-tropical Okinawa to early morning frosts was a bit of a shock, but the best way to describe the feeli » read more

Dear Friends;The cooler, crisper air of fall lifts the heaviness and oppression felt during the sultry month of August.  We’re not speaking of just the weather.  Our evening conversations and quiet rest times were drowned out by thrumming drums and shamisen (traditional banjo-like folk » read more

Dear Friends and Family,

The crisp air and stiff breezes of fall in Okinawa refresh our bodies, as recent events among the Okinawa Baptist Family of believers rejuvenate our souls.  The Lord is saving many, and is leading scores of church members to repentance and rededication. He is � » read more

Dear Friends and Fellow Servants of Our Lord,

In the Gospel of Matthew, the imprisoned John the Baptist sent a message to Jesus questioning “Are you the one who is to come, or should we look for someone else?”  When I saw a bedraggled group of travelers in ages ranging from their tw » read more

The Friday Morning English Bible Class

It is fellowship time after an emotional lesson on the tragedy of Cain and Abel.  As we enjoy a snack following the lesson, Kumiko, one of the five class members present that day burst into tears as she described her personal life.  As a » read more