Today's Verse
I shall inform you of everything in advance. Make sure you will not be remorseful later.
All of you may be wondering why I say such things. It is from My love for My children. (XI:45-47)
20th Anniversary of Mission Center in Mexico Celebrated in the Shinbashira’s Presence
Taking advantage of its 20th anniversary, Tenrikyo Mission Center in Mexico, located in Mexico City, conducted the enshrinement of the omedo (symbol of worship) for both God the Parent and Oyasama on May 14 with the Shinbashira serving as the chief officiant. The following day, the service was joyously performed…
Joy of Life Expressed around the World
The annual Tenrikyo Hinokishin Day was observed at a large number of locations throughout Japan on April 29, which is a national holiday called “Greenery Day,” as well as at scores of locations in overseas countries mostly on weekends before or after that day. While hinokishin refers to daily actions…
International Cultural Seminar Inspires Pioneers of the Path
Tenrikyo Young Men’s Association Headquarters sponsored its International Cultural Seminar on April 26 at Moya 38. As “pioneers of the path,” the members of the Young Men’s Association embrace the task of inquiring into the teachings and spreading them to the world, and the overseas mission is, therefore, one of…
April Monthly Service Joyfully Performed
April Monthly Service of Tenrikyo Church Headquarters was solemnly conducted on the 26th with the Shinbashira presiding. The rain, which had fallen since the previous night, let up by early morning. An hour or so before the Service was to commence, warm rays of sunshine streamed through the clouds, heralding…
Tenri University Celebrates Its 80th Anniversary
On April 23, a ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of Tenri University was conducted in its first gymnasium in the presence of the Shinbashira and his wife, as well as the former Shinbashira. Drawing some 800 people including students, teachers, and those concerned within and outside Tenrikyo, the ceremony began…
Overseas Department Seminar Draws 172 Participants
Following the Oyasama Birth Celebration Service on April 18 and the annual Women’s Association Convention on April 19, the Overseas Department Seminar, intended primarily for church head ministers, fellowship heads, and their spouses from overseas countries, was held on April 20 at the Tenri University Furusato Assembly Hall. The event…