The June Monthly Service was conducted on the 26th in the Main Sanctuary of Tenrikyo Church Headquarters with the Shinbashira presiding. Because of the rainy season, which in this region began a week later than average, it rained continually, making it a wet and humid Service day. Among worshipers wearing…
Salvation Work in Modern Society The latest session of the Church Head Ministers Seminar in Oyasato, organized by the Education and Nurture Department, took place from June 27 to 29 in the Home of the Parent. Intended for church head ministers who have been in that position for three to…
The 2010 session of Tenri Environment Forum was held from June 9 to 20 in Tenri City. During the session, an exhibition highlighted some important environmental challenges and efforts in the areas of education, business, public sector policy, and community engagement. In addition, a symposium, a firefly watching evening, and…
As reported in last month’s issue, Tenri University’s Oyasato Institute for the Study of Religion is currently presenting a public lecture series entitled “Modern Society and Tenrikyo.” The third lecture in the series was delivered on June 25 by Prof. Midori Horiuchi, researcher at the institute, who explored the significance…
On June 5 and 6, Tenrikyo Women’s Association held the Seminar for Young Women Leaders at Moya 12. A total of 66 participants from directly supervised chapters and diocese chapters deepened their faith through lectures and group discussions. Young women leaders have only a few opportunities to meet and interact…
The International Network for Mutual Help, based in the Overseas Department, held its 14th annual charity bazaar on May 16 on the department’s premises as part of its effort to raise funds for international aid. This network, besides organizing such fundraising activities, collects and provides information on international aid as…