戴義聲牧師
Reverend Joseph Y.S. Tai
October 7th, 1934 – July 2nd, 2025
神的應許 ， 不論有多少，在基督都是是的。所以藉著他也都是實在（原文是阿們）的，叫神因我們得榮耀。那在基督裡堅固我們和你們，並且膏我們的就是神。他又用印印了我們，並賜聖靈在我們心裡作憑據（原文是質）。
For all the promises of God find their Yes in him. That is why it is through him that we utter our Amen to God for his glory. And it is God who establishes us with you in Christ, and has anointed us, and who has also put his seal on us and given us his Spirit in our hearts as a guarantee.
歌林多後書 2 CorinthIANS 1:20-22
Obituary – Memorial & Burial Service Programs
7/25 – Friday
- Wake – 12 PM to 6:30 PM
- Memorial Service – 7 PM
- Christian Assembly (CASC) Worship and Prayer Center
Live streaming starts at 6:30PM:
7/26 – Saturday
- Burial Service – 11 AM
- Chapel Hills Garden West
In lieu of flowers or other gifts, the Tai family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made to CASC, designated “In Memory of Pastor Joseph.” Your generosity will help continue his mission of blessing our future generation in Christ-centered, family-based education. More information on ways for fund transfer can be found here.
7/2/25 – Wednesday
Our precious Pastor Joseph went to see Jesus in His full glory on July 2nd at 11:57 PM (July 3rd, 12:57 PM – Taiwan time).
Thank you, Jesus.
6/30/25 – Monday
6/29/25 – Sunday
A quick update…
Pastor Joseph has seen a steady slowdown of bodily functions in the past few days. He has not eaten substantially since Thursday and has greatly reduced liquid intake. Even so, he remains responsive and seems to fully comprehend what we tell him. So during these moments when he can still actively engage, we encourage you to share with him how his life has strengthened your faith and made you a better disciple of Jesus. You may share your heart through audio (such as voice message in LINE or WhatsApp), video (YouTube), or written note.
Blessings.
6/25/25 – Wednesday
6/24/25 – Tuesday
We are deeply grateful for the overflowing concern of brothers and sisters from all over the world, as many have expressed desire to visit or connect online. Pastor Joseph’s ability to accommodate interaction is very limited and he has actually expressed that to us several times in the past few days. So at this time, we will need to hold back on the visitations while we monitor his condition. We hope to setup opportunities to connect online in the coming days as we get a better grip on his daily pattern in the hospice.
Your outpouring of care and concern God’s servant has been a tremendous encouragement and testimony of the Body. Thank you!
6/24/25 – Tuesday
Pastor Joseph’s energy level continues to wane and the majority of his day is now spent sleeping. Nevertheless, he still insists on going outside for his daily Vitamin D in the sun – even in 95-degree weather. He wanted to step on the grass even though strapped to the wheelchair, so Tzu-Ann and Li-En did the next best thing by touching his feet to the bush.
After the stroll, the Lord gifted us with a tender time of Spirit-filled spontaneous worship…
We believe in miracles. May God’s name be glorified!
6/22/25 – Sunday
Greetings Everyone,
The past few days have been a nonstop whirlwind of supporting Pastor Joseph as well as Shimu. Our deep appreciation to many who are lifting us up in the Holy Spirit and have expressed desire to come visit. At this time, Pastor Joseph continues to see increasing challenges with leg strength and energy level. He has been sleeping more and more and is quite limited in his ability to engage in visitations.
Pastor Joseph has just been transferred to a hospice facility for more attentive care. He is still standing strong and striving to recover his strength – and as always – takes great enjoyment with his meals. His fighting spirit will imprint in all of us a lasting example of faithfulness and perseverance. Thank you for standing with us in crying out to God in one heart for his full recovery. Every new day with him is a gift. Thank you, Jesus.
Christianna, eldest granddaughter, bringing genuine sweetness to Pastor Grandfather.
Pastor and Shimu enjoying a meal together before leaving for the hospice.
6/20/25 – Friday
I like to share with everyone as we pray that we are planning to move Pastor Joseph to hospice care, maybe in the next few days. From all external indications, his time may be short – weeks if not days. We stand in this fight with him. No matter what the outcome is, we are lifted up by this demonstration of faith, strength, and determination for the sake of Christ’s Kingdom.
6/19/25 – Thursday
Pastor Joseph is completing day 2 of a 3 day fast. By God’s grace, his heart still stands strong and determined to see Jesus’ healing. This has affected his energy level and close monitoring of his condition has become a blessing of the generations – as his granddaughter, Chloe, who works as a surgical nurse assistant (enroute to becoming a PA), blesses him with a blood sugar level test.
6/17/25 – Tuesday
Pastor Joseph standing strong and continues to fight – still praying with well-wishers from overseas.
6/16/25 – Monday
Greetings everyone, especially to our recent additions.
On Pastor Joseph’s condition, his movements continue to become more difficult and need help much of the time with standing and sitting. But he is in good spirits and quite alert.
Shimu had a pleasant visit with him, taking his hand on her own initiative – such a pure affection flowing from a lifelong partnership. God’s grace is good and always enough.
6/15/25 – Sunday
Dear Church Family, we would like to share this very important update on Pastor Joseph’s condition:
His CT report came back on Saturday indicating possible spreading of cancer, particularly to the liver and colon areas. He is choosing to recover by eating zero carbohydrate meals and maybe fasting, as doctors in natural medicine may prescribe.
He has experienced increasing difficulty with movements and also has to manage frequent bathroom runs, which makes him hesitate now to go out. We still want to take him to church this Father’s Day Sunday to bless the church. Please support us in prayer.
Based on the CT report, his doctor may prescribe hospice service for end-of-life support. God has taken us to a place where only He can bring us out of. May the destiny God has breathed into Pastor Joseph’s life reign over all influences of this natural world and sustain his life to its fullest completion. We give thanks in all circumstances. Thank you, Jesus.
5/31/25 – Saturday
Please continue to lift up Pastor Joseph as he seeks to strengthen his health in order to undergo CT scan. Thank you.
5/23/25 – Friday
A quick update on Pastor Joseph…
After conferring with his doctor, Pastor Joseph decided to try recovering his health in the next 2 or so weeks with natural health approach – right food, sleep, and exercise. If his condition does not improve, he will be open to getting full CT scan and gall bladder removal, if no cancer is detected.
We will continue to monitor him closely and try to take out the stress of needing to care for my mom, which we think is a big contributor to his health condition. We deeply appreciate the support from our beautiful church family (like one pictured above), such a beautiful picture of care and cover for one another’s needs.
5/16/25 – Friday
Good morning, everyone, I’d like to share with you that Pastor Joseph’s doctor had him admitted to the hospital yesterday because his most recent blood test revealed issues with gall stones.
After a 4.5 hour ER wait and a sleepless night that completely sapped his strength, the hospital tests showed clues of possible cancer in the liver area, and they wanted him to stay longer to do more extensive tests. Because he never had any symptoms typically associated with cancer and feels that he can recover with better rest, exercise, and healthy food at home, he declined further treatments and decided to go home. He finally had a chance to have a healthy meal and is resting well with Shimu now.
Please lift them up in prayer, that he will have strength and wisdom for a full recovery while caring for Shimu. We will try to fully support them through this recovery period – especially critical during the next 4 weeks.