Hi friends! May has been such a full and beautiful month, and I’m excited to share a few highlights with you. In the middle of may, House of the Lord’s Church hosted our very first English class—and wow, what a joy it was! We laughed, learned, and made new friends along the way. It was such a heartwarming experience, and seeing the smiles, curiosity, and connection in the room reminded me just how powerful something as simple as language can be. This class marks a meaningful step forward in our vision at The Phuket Vision—to bridge cultures, embrace faith, and connect Thailand through English and the love of Jesus. I truly believe God is specially using this, and I can’t wait to see how He continues to move through it. This is just the beginning! Here’s a short video I put together from our first class:
Class Info / StructureWe were blown away by the response. All 30 spots were filled within the first day! We had 15 people in the beginner group and 15 in the intermediate, plus a few who showed up even though they hadn’t registered. In total, 34 people participated across the two classes!The group was about evenly split between men and women, and most were in their 20s and 30s, with many being single. It’s been a great opportunity not just for learning, but for building community and connection.
Personal Health Update If you noticed the bandage on my elbow in the photo or video, yes, there’s a story behind that. About 30 minutes before I was supposed to leave for church and teach for the very first time, I slipped in the hallway of my apartment and landed hard on my right elbow. It was a rough fall that nearly sent me to the hospital. The timing couldn’t have been worse, but by God’s grace, I still made it to church (just bandaged, bleeding, and very sore).And if that wasn’t enough, the week before that, I had a close call at the beach and nearly cut my foot open, which kept me off my feet for a while. But fast forward two weeks, and I’m doing much better—healing well and feeling thankful. It’s been a humbling reminder to slow down, trust God with the unexpected, and keep moving forward (even if a little bruised and bandaged along the way).
A Quick Question for YouAs we continue to use language and learning to build bridges here—How have you seen God use everyday things like conversation, culture, or community to draw people closer to Him in your life?
I’d love to hear your thoughts or stories!Thank you for being part of this journey with me. Your prayers, encouragement, and support mean more than you know. With love and gratitude,
Tyler Johnson
