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MATT MURTON

JAPAN event

Christmas Gifts: Hope and Purpose

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Special guest

Matt Murton

Matt played for the Hanshin Tigers from 2010 to 2015 and was beloved by fans nationwide. In his rookie season in 2010, he recorded 214 hits, breaking Ichiro’s single-season hit record and becoming a Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) legend.

In his six seasons with the Tigers, Matt recorded 1,020 hits and a batting average of .310, was selected to the All-Star team four times, was named to the Best Nine four times, and was the Central League batting champion in 2014. Prior to coming to Japan, he spent five seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB) with the Chicago Cubs and Boston Red Sox.

He now lives in the U.S.

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Special guest

Matt Murton

Matt played for the Hanshin Tigers from 2010 to 2015 and was beloved by fans nationwide. In his rookie season in 2010, he recorded 214 hits, breaking Ichiro’s single-season hit record and becoming a Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) legend.

In his six seasons with the Tigers, Matt recorded 1,020 hits and a batting average of .310, was selected to the All-Star team four times, was named to the Best Nine four times, and was the Central League batting champion in 2014. Prior to coming to Japan, he spent five seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB) with the Chicago Cubs and Boston Red Sox.

He now lives in the U.S.

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matt murton

Matthew 13:23 Ministries presents:

Christmas Gifts:
Hope and Purpose

Celebrate the season together! Join us for seven special outreach events in seven cities across Japan, featuring Matt Murton, former professional baseball player of the Hanshin Tigers, Junko*, and other inspiring speakers. Come and discover the message of hope and purpose found in the miracle of Jesus’ birth.
＊Junko will be appearing in Kanazawa and Iwaki events。

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testimonials

what they are saying

Testimonials about Matthew 13:23 Ministies events.

“Matt Murton, one of the Hanshin Tigers’ legendary foreign players, shared an exciting personal update: “This is a personal matter, but I’ll be returning to Japan for a short visit this December!” He announced that he will participate in an upcoming Christmas talk event during his visit. The news was posted just seven minutes after the Hanshin Tigers’ victory, bringing extra joy to fans, who flooded social media with excited and heartfelt comments.”

Yahoo Japan News

“I really want to go….Thank you so much, Murton!   I admire your enthusiasm and drive to plan events and come to Japan.”

Matt fan

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Events are in cooperation with ESC JAPAN / FCA JAPAN  
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  • What will Matt Murton talk about?

    In addition to his career as a professional baseball player, Matt will share an uplifting Christmas message about hope, dreams, and discovering the true purpose of life. For a preview, watch the short video above of the recording by Matt earlier this year.

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  • What is Matthew 13:23 Ministries?

    Matthew 13:23 Ministries is dedicated to sharing love and gentle words of encouragement. Through social media, casual conversations, and caring support during life’s struggles, we share this message:

    ‍“You are loved by God just as you are. You are a precious and cherished being.”

  • Who is organizing Matt Murton’s Christmas event?

    This special Christmas event is organized by Matthew 13:23 Ministries in cooperation with ESC Japan and NPO Hope

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