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August Monthly Service Performed
The August Monthly Service of Tenrikyo Church Headquarters was conducted on the 26th with the Shinbashira presiding as chief officiant. Great numbers of followers attended the Service despite the August heat wave that brought record-breaking temperatures to Japan, and many of them came with their families since the 26th fell…
Over 1,500 High School Students Deepen Their Faith at the Home of the Parent
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 1,523 participants from all over Japan. This annual one-week course is designed to provide high school students with an opportunity to share their feelings…
Overseas Seminar for Successors Launched in UK
The Overseas Department will be sponsoring the Overseas Seminar for Successors regionally at mission headquarters, centers, and other facilities around the world in conjunction with the Seminar for Successors in Jiba. The first session was held at Tenrikyo UK Centre in London between August 25 and 27, drawing 16 participants.…
First Session of Seminar for Successors Conducted at the Home of the Parent
The first session of the Seminar for Successors was held between August 28 and 30, drawing 994 participants from various regions across Japan. The seminar is designed for successors of the path who are between the ages of 20 and 40. The organizers are especially encouraging the attendance of all…
Tenrikyo Indonesia Shutchosho Installs New Head and Marks 20th Anniversary
Drawing 64 followers from various parts of Indonesia, Tenrikyo Indonesia Shutchosho observed the installation service for its fourth head, Rev. Michio Harima, on July 15 with Director-in-Chief of Administrative Affairs Masahiko Iburi attending as a guest of honor. The service, which was performed as its monthly service, also commemorated the…
Children’s Pilgrimage to Jiba Draws 256,000 from Many Parts of the World
Sponsored by Tenrikyo Church Headquarters, the Children’s Pilgrimage to Jiba for the 170th year of Tenrikyo was held between July 26 and August 4 under the theme “Words of thanks! Minds of joy! Helping hands!” During this 10-day period, approximately 256,000 children and staff members, including some 845 from 15…