80th Hinokishin Day Observed

Now in its 80th year, Tenrikyo Hinokishin Day was observed in Japan on April 29 under the slogan, “Gratitude, moderation, mutual help—Let’s express the teachings with our attitude.” Hinokishin Day has gone through many changes since it was first inaugurated in 1932. […]

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April Monthly Service Performed

On April 26, Tenrikyo Church Headquarters conducted its Monthly Service in the Main Sanctuary with the Shinbashira presiding as chief officiant. After expressing gratitude for God the Parent’s loving concern, the Shinbashira said in the Service prayer, “We Service performers as well as church head ministers and other Yoboku will…

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94th Women’s Association Convention

On April 19, Tenrikyo Women’s Association held its 94th annual convention. About 45,000 members attended the event. At 8:00 a.m., the start of registration was announced. Groups of members, mostly led by a member bearing their chapter’s burgundy banner, filed into the Inner Courtyard one after another. Staff at the…

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This Month’s Message: Honesty

Oyasama took three unhulled grains of rice in Her hand and then placed them one at a time in the palm of Izo Iburi’s hand, saying: “This is early rising, this is honesty and this is work.” Anecdotes of Oyasama, no. 29 Let us think about honesty. The importance of…

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