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Today's Verse
There can be no help for what each of you has done self-centeredly. I can only look on caringly.
Though today you know nothing at all, look toward the morrow. A great broad path will open. (XVI:31-33)
Installation Service Conducted for New Bishop in South Korea
On March 12, the installation service for the 15th bishop of the Mission Headquarters in South Korea, Honbu-in Tokuo Hamada, was conducted in the presence of the Shinbashira and his wife, Mrs. Harue Nakayama. The service drew approximately 1,800 followers from across the country. At 10:00 a.m., the Shinbashira and…
College Students Resolve to Attain Spiritual Growth through Sprinkling the Fragrance of the Teachings
The College Division of the Students Training Course was held at the Home of the Parent from March 3 through 9. This year, 575 university, junior college, and technical school students (330 males and 245 females)—100 more than last year—assembled from all over the county to share in the joy…
This Month’s Message: Seeing Children’s Enjoyment
Oyasama says: “. . . God is never happy to see the beloved children suffer. . . . God is pleased only to see children enjoy themselves.” Anecdotes of Oyasama, no. 161 Suppose that you are squeezing a balloon. Pressure on one place causes bulges elsewhere. The harder you squeeze…
2013 High School Graduation Ceremonies Held in the Home of the Parent
Graduation ceremonies for high schools in the Home of the Parent were conducted on February 22 and 23 in the presence of the Shinbashira. Bearing in mind the words of the Shinbashira and with their hearts filled with hopes and dreams, a total of 739 graduates embarked on their respective…
Sixth Graders Follow in the Footsteps of Kokan
On February 9, Tenri Elementary School held an annual school event called “Crossing the Jusan Pass.” The event provides the school’s sixth graders with an opportunity to follow in the footsteps of Kokan, Oyasama’s youngest daughter, who crossed the pass to spread the name of God the Parent in the…
February 2013 Monthly Service
The February Monthly Service of Tenrikyo Church Headquarters was conducted on the 26th, with the Shinbashira presiding as chief officiant. With a severe chill lingering over several days, it was spring in name only at the Home of the Parent. On the morning of the Service, the cold weather eased…