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Hinokishin School Marks 30th Anniversary
On September 25, Hinokishin School marked its 30th anniversary by holding a commemorative event in Dining Hall 3. Honored by the presence of the Shinbashira, the ceremonial portion of the event drew 734 people including those who had participated in courses organized by the school. In addition to reconfirming the…
Tenrikyo Europe Centre Marks the 40th Anniversary
Tenrikyo Europe Centre reached a significant milestone on September 5, when it celebrated its 40th anniversary in the presence of the Shinbashira and his wife, Mrs. Harue Nakayama. Drawing 238 people from 12 countries, the anniversary was marked with a special service and a party. Those who could not find…
August Monthly Service Performed
On August 26, Tenrikyo Church Headquarters conducted its Monthly Service in the Main Sanctuary with the Shinbashira presiding as chief officiant. As Japan experienced an unusually hot summer, this day was another hot day with a high reaching 35°C (95°F). After expressing appreciation to God the Parent for the daily…
High School Division of Students Training Course Draws More than 1,400 Students
The High School Division of the Students Training Course was held at the Home of the Parent from August 9 through 15 with a total of 1,405 participants from all over Japan. Following the format used in previous years, the students were divided into groups according to the number of…
From Selected Works of Kosetsu Masuno (1890―1928)
Forgetting Is Hard Our mind cannot truly settle when thoughts and worries are present in it. In terms of faith, we prevent ourselves from understanding the truth of the teachings by trying to understand it from the perspective of our own ideas, knowledge, and experience, and consequently we fail to…
Six Students Successfully Complete Head Minister Qualification Course I
The Head Minister Qualification Course One was held at the Home of the Parent from August 27 to September 14. This course is designed to train and nurture prospective ministers (kyoto) who have a heightened awareness of being Yoboku and a strong sense of mission and who aspire to work…