Today's Verse
This time, Tsukihi truly cannot bear to look on. I shall manifest all things whatever. (XII:3, 5)
Followers Discuss Nursing Care That Brings Joy
Tenrikyo Home Care Workers Association convened its second study meeting on August 24, drawing some 60 Yoboku (timber for building the Joyous Life) who are involved in home nursing care. The event, held in East Left Wing 3 of the Oyasato-yakata building-complex, provided the participants with an opportunity to learn…
Tenrikyo Representatives Participate in the Assembly of Prayer for Peace, Held in Okinawa
On August 15, the 13th Assembly of Prayer for Peace was conducted at the Peace Memorial Hall in Mabuni, Okinawa, with the participation of approximately 600 representatives from 15 religious organizations including Tenrikyo. This assembly, held annually since 1991, pays tribute to the memory of war victims and prays for…
Five Complete English Class of Head Minister Qualification Course One
This year, three participants from Kenya and two from the United States attended the Head Minister Qualification Course One, held at the Home of the Parent from August 27 to September 14. The course seeks to train and nurture ministers (kyoto) who have a heightened awareness of being Yoboku and…
Tenri University Hosts Religious Studies Conference
Tenri University hosted the 62nd annual conference of the Japanese Association for Religious Studies between September 3 and 5. About 600 scholars and researchers of religious studies attended the conference. This was the third time that the association held its annual conference in Tenri, the first one being held in…
August Monthly Service Performed Joyfully
The August Monthly Service of Church Headquarters was performed on the 26th in the Main Sanctuary with the Shinbashira presiding. To commence the Service, the Shinbashira, accompanied by the other Service performers, worshiped at the Foundress’ Sanctuary and the Memorial Hall before proceeding to the Main Sanctuary, where he read…
Young Men’s Association Members Visit Australia
Tenrikyo Young Men’s Association Australia Study Tour, in which 10 members took part, was held between August 7 and September 4. The purpose of the Australia Study Tour is to nurture young members to become missionaries who will engage in the overseas mission in the future. This study tour is…