On December 27, we were able to hold our first in-person event in three years, with a total of 13 participants. Previously, due to COVID-19 restrictions and precaution, TSA has been hosting virtual events on Zoom. We were grateful to be able to have this successful event just bebore the end of 2022.
Holiday Bazaar
On December 18 from 10 am to 2 pm, we were able to hold the Holiday Bazaar for the first time in three years. I believe we were able to bring joy to the New York Center community as well as our neighbors in the area. Thank you very much for your help.
December Monthly Service
On December 4 from 10 am, the December Monthly Service was held (81 attendees). The sermon was delivered by Alejandro Jimenez, New York Center Staff Minister.
November Monthly Service
On November 6 from 10 am, the November Monthly Service was held (87 attendees). The sermon was delivered by Jiro Goto, New York Center Staff Minister.
Young Men’s Association Kickoff Event
The Young Men’s Association (YMA) held its Kick-off event on October 16. This was the first in-person event organized by our association since the beginning of the pandemic. 22 members gathered at NY Center and participated in the Kick-off event, consisting of the seated service, lunch, and trivia.
Autumn Grand Service
On October 2 from 10 am, the Autumn Grand Service was held spiritedly (100 attendees). The sermon was delivered by Rev. Yoichi Fukui, Minister of New York Center. A donation of a large salmon was offered and enjoyed during the lunch reception.
Autumn Memorial Service
On September 25 from 10 am, the Autumn Memorial Service was held. All attendees were able to honor and remember the efforts of our predecessors of the path.
September Monthly Service
On September 4 from 10 am, the September Monthly Service was held spiritedly (80 attendees). The sermon was delivered by Norio Shinohara, New York Center Staff Minister. The opening talk was given by Shumpei Kataoka, Tenri Cultural Institute staff member.
New York District Women’s Association 2022 Convention
On September 3, from 1 to 3 pm, we held an online district convention with the theme: “Connection, Let’s connect to one another with wide open hearts!” After the ceremony, participants listened to speeches by members and had discussions on the theme. Although the convention was held only online this time, we had a meaningful time.
Following in the Footsteps of Kokan Gathering
On August 21st, we held our annual “Following in the Footsteps of Kokan Gathering ~Reconnecting our Hearts to Jiba.” Unfortunately, we had to have the event on zoom, but we would like to thank everybody for their participation and to our guest speakers.