2017 Children’s Pilgrimage to Jiba begins

On July 26, the Children’s Pilgrimage to Jiba, sponsored by Church Headquarters, began. At least 30 attractions are available, including pools, Ninja Village, and musicals. This year’s theme is “Spreading smiles. Mutual help.” Over 20,000 children are expected to return during the Children’s Pilgrimage, which is scheduled to run until August 4.

Regarding the knot on the evening of July 26

At around 18:20 on July 26, we were shown the knot of a trespasser entering the Inner Sanctuary and knocking over the upper sections of the Kanrodai. The evening service was held as scheduled that evening. After evening service, an emergency meeting of Honbu-in (executive officers of Church Headquarters) was held. The Shinbashira spoke at […]

Disaster relief in northern Kyushu

Record rains in northern Kyushu left 29 dead and 21 missing and much damage in its wake. On July 11, the Fukuoka Diocese Disaster Relief Hinokishin Corps (DRHC) were dispatched to Asakura City. On top of clearing debris from homes and a preschool, DRHC members distributed water to 1,600 homes cut off from the water […]

Tenrikyo Oceania Centre celebrates 20th anniversary

On July 9, Tenrikyo Oceania Centre held a service commemorating its 20th anniversary. The Shinbashira, his wife Harue, and Successor Designate Daisuke Nakayama attended the service. Brisbane, where the centre is located, is one of Australia’s three biggest cities. It is warm all year round and is filled with tourists. The Shinbashira then shared his […]