Today's Verse
The reason for this sweeping of your innermost heart is that the intent of God is deep. (V:26-27)
The Shinbashira Announces Instruction Three at 2012 Autumn Grand Service
On October 26, the Autumn Grand Service took place at Church Headquarters’ Main Sanctuary in commemoration of the Teaching’s day of origin with the Shinbashira presiding as chief officiant. […]
Tenrikyo Attends International Meeting for Peace in Sarajevo
Five delegates of Tenrikyo attended the International Meeting of Prayer for Peace held in Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, from September 9 to 11. Organized by the Community of Sant’Egidio—a lay Catholic group headquartered in Rome, […]
This Month’s Message: Remote Beginnings
Oyasama once said: “I wish to teach the world of things not to be found in learning, ancient things extending over nine hundred million and ninety-six thousand years.” The Life of Oyasama, p. 118 After working long overtime hours, you cannot put work out of your mind as you trudge…
Los Angeles Tenri Judo Dojo Celebrates 50 Years
On September 28, a reception commemorating the 50th anniversary of Los Angeles Tenri Judo Dojo was held at Tenrikyo Mission Headquarters in America. About 100 people attended the event. Guests included Honbu-in Yoshihiko Yasuno, vice president of Tenri Judo Association, and Takamasa Anai, who competed in the 100 kg weight…
Tenrikyo Nioigake Day 2012
This year marked the 80th year Tenrikyo Nioigake Day was observed. It was held between September 28 and 30 with the slogan, “Gratitude, moderation, mutual help—Let us convey the teachings to the world.” Nioigake Day first began as “Roadside Speech Day” in 1932. […]
Autumn 2012 Memorial Service
The Autumn Memorial Service was conducted on September 27 with the Shinbashira presiding. The Memorial Service began in the Main Sanctuary with the reading of the prayer, which was followed by a performance of the Eight Verses of the Yorozuyo and the Twelve Songs. The Shinbashira then proceeded to the…