I am deeply grateful that we have been able to duly perform the Autumn Grand Service for the 181st year of the Teaching today, with so many of you having returned to Jiba from near and far to attend it. Thank you very much. Since I was appointed to give…
On October 28, the Young Menʼs Association held its 94th annual convention commemorating the 100th anniversary of its establishment in the Inner Courtyard of Church Headquarters, drawing some 30,000 participants including association members from both within the country and from overseas. On the convention day, the Home of the Parent…
In September, which is the designated month to emphasize sprinkling the fragrance of the teachings, vigorous missionary work was carried out around the world. In South Korea, a total of 88 church head ministers and other Yoboku spread the fragrance of the teachings on September 30 in two cities—Gimhae, where…
These days, our everyday thinking seems to be becoming more rational and less superstitious. However, there are still certain occasions, such as weddings and funerals, about which people become superstitious. For example, they prefer particular days for weddings and avoid certain days for funerals based on old customs. In regard…
The Anecdote (Summary) In 1874 Narazo, the eldest son of Yahei Nishiura, was saved from diphtheria. Thereafter, Yahei followed the faith earnestly. After coming home from the Residence one day, Yahei went to bed late at night. Around midnight, he heard a noise from under the floor. Thinking,…
The Autumn Grand Service for the 181st year of the Teaching was performed in the Main Sanctuary on October 26, commemorating the day of the founding of the Teaching in 1838—the day when Oyasama was settled as the Shrine of Tsukihi through the divine revelation in which God said, “At…