Today's Verse
When Tsukihi works throughout the world, perhaps there is no one who knows how to settle matters.
Therefore, I shall tell you how to settle matters. All of you in the world must ponder quickly. (XVI:59, 63-64)
Prayers of Remembrance and for Recovery: A Memorial Service and Concert Commemorating 3/11
A year has passed since that fateful day. Commemorative ceremonies were held on March 11 not only in the hardest-hit prefectures of Fukushima, Iwate, and Miyagi but also throughout Japan. Tenrikyo members not only provided gagaku music for several ceremonies but also hosted memorial services of their own, such as…
474 Young Followers Seek the Path in the Students Training Course
The College Division of the Students Training Course was held in the Home of the Parent from March 3 to 9. Under the theme “Inquire into the origin and pave the way for tomorrow,” the course attracted from all parts of Japan a total of 474 participants—consisting of university, junior…
2012 Graduation Ceremonies Held in Tenri
Tenri High School’s Day Course On February 22, Tenri High School’s Day Course held its 64th graduation ceremony in the school’s multipurpose gymnasium, honoring 399 graduates (228 boys and 171 girls). Principal Shigehiko Iburi gave words of encouragement in his address. “Always set your standards high and live your lives…
This Month’s Message: Because People Like You
Oyasama says: “Because people like you, God also likes you.” Anecdotes of Oyasama, no. 87, “Because People Like You” One day, a grandmother spreads beans on a square floor cushion and says to her grandson: “Why don’t you pinch and lift the center of the cushion?” When the boy does…
Follower Introduces Tenrikyo at Catholic Church in Munich
On February 8, Ms. Michiko Araseki, a Tenrikyo follower living in Munich, gave a presentation on the teachings at a Catholic church in the city on request from local Catholics who showed an interest in learning about the Tenrikyo teachings. In front of 19 Catholic church officials and members, Ms.…
February 2012 Monthly Service
The February Monthly Service of Church Headquarters was conducted on the 26th in the Main Sanctuary with the Shinbashira presiding as chief officiant. In the Service prayer, the Shinbashira expressed gratitude to God the Parent for leading us wondrously each day and for the boundless blessings that guide us on…