Firstly, the US military moved most of its people from Yokohama to Yokosuka - and with them many Episcopalians who had worshipped at Christ church. Second there was the move of businesses to Tokyo, and consequently many foreigners transferred their residences to Tokyo. There was also rampant inflation in Japan and many overseas companies cut down on their expatriate staff quite considerably. With all these events the size of Christ Church congregation declined, whereas Yamate Sei Ko Kai was increasing. You have done the most wonderful things in restoring and repairing the church and the church hall and the extensions to the rectory building.
Many people remark on how beautiful the church compound is.
In the recent years Christ Church itself has become revitalized - but with a very different congregation from that of the 1960's. As with your congregation there are some from Christ Church who do not enjoy the combined services - but the great majority welcome this time to share in worship. We would like to thank you for all that you have done in recent years, and trust that our relationship will remain rooted in our common faith. May we truly together be the Body of Christ at work and witnessing in this place of Yokohama.