TCI Now Offers ESL Lessons for Adults by Michael Yuge

Tenri Cultural Institute (TCI) started teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) because we have been looking for ways to expand our programs. Up until now, our Japanese language classes for adults have been our most popular program averaging about 100 students a session. However, over the years, we have seen a slow decline in the amount of students taking our classes. (Currently there are about 70 adult students.) Several years ago, we started Japanese classes for children and that has become quite popular. We now have more children than adults taking Japanese classes.

Rev. Keigo Morishita: Sanctuary Construction at New York Center

We at TR are pleased to present a translation of Rev. Keigo Morishita’s article from the August 2010 issue of Yoki (#736, pp. 31–35) that briefly details the sanctuary construction that took place under his tenure as minister of Tenrikyo Mission New York Center. (Photos courtesy of New York Center)

Keigo Morishita Part 4 – “New York”

This is Part 4 of a 5-part series on in interview with the Arakitoryo newsletter and America’s Pioneer of Tenrikyo, Keigo Morishita. Please check back on Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3 if you missed them. On this part, Keigo Morishita explains on his missionary work in New York and the construction of the New York Center\’s new Shinden (sanctuary).

Keigo Morishita Part 3 – “To the Far Ends of the Earth”

This is Part 3 of a 5-part series on in interview with the Arakitoryo newsletter and America’s Pioneer of Tenrikyo, Keigo Morishita. Please check back on Part 1 and Part 2 if you missed them. On this part, Keigo Morishita explains on his first move to the United States and the establishment of Brotherhood Church.

Keigo Morishita Part 2 – “You’re a Good Man”

When I was running the bar in Kobe, I was married to my first wife. She was the daughter of a woman who owned a nearby coffee shop. Business went well and we were blessed with two children. I was also rolling in the dough. However, our relationship was starting to sour.

My mother-in-law invited me to go to Jiba during such a time. She was already a believer by then. She told me: \”Morishita-san, you’re a good man. I’m so sorry my daughter is so willful. Won’t you come to Yamato with me? It will make you feel better.\”

Keigo Morishita Part 1 – “Fools Are desired By God”

Keigo Morishita, a true Arakitoryo (pioneer) of the Tenrikyo faith, was interviewed by Seiichiro Nishi (head of publications, Tenrikyo Young Men’s Association) about his life going into his faith in Tenrikyo and his contributions. This long interview article will be divided into 5 parts. This part will describe about his life before becoming a Tenrikyo missionary.