Women’s Association Convention

This year’s New York District Women’s Association Convention was held on June 22 at New York Center with 46 members in attendance. During the convention, we received a greeting from the Chairwoman of the Women’s Association of America. She reminded us that in the remaining half year of the pre-anniversary activities, what we must do…

June Monthly Service

On June 4, the June Monthly Service was performed joyously. A total of 91 attended the service. The sermon was delivered by Alejandro Tarasiuk, New York Center Staff Minister. Following the lunch reception, the fourth Action Day for All Yoboku was held. During the activity, discussions based on the teachings were held.

Family BBQ

On May 25 from 12 to 3 pm, the Young Men’s Association hosted the Family BBQ, a casual barbecue event open to families and friends, at New York Center. We were blessed with fine weather and had a great turnout, including friends and family of all ages. An event originally conceived from the desire of…

May Monthly Service

On May 4, the May Monthly Service was performed joyously. A total of 103 attended the service. The sermon was delivered by Noriyuki Sasaki, Head of Fellowship of Joy. The opening talk was given by Kojiro Oka, TCI Japanese language instructor. Following the lunch reception, the All Tenrikyo Hinokishin Day activity and Drum and Fife…

NY District YMA Hinokishintai

Hinokishintai (Hinokishin Corps) event was held by the New York District Young Men’s Association at New York Center from April 26 to 27. Our main hinokishin activity was sanding the entire jodan (stage). On the second day, we had study sessions to practice and learn more about the meanings behind the rituals we perform at…