On May 28 from 1 to 4 pm, we hosted the Family BBQ, a casual barbecue event open to families and friends, at New York Center. It had been four years since we last hosted the event due to the pandemic. We were blessed with beautiful weather and had a great turnout, with 100 participants taking part, including several students from TCI and friends and family of all ages.
Spring Yard Sale
On May 21, the Spring Yard Sale was held. We would like to thank everyone for their donations of goods and hinokishin.
NY district Hinokishin Day
The New York District Hinokishin Day was held in two groups, one to donate blood and the other to pick up litter around the neighborhood. A total of 62 followers participated, 13 of which donated blood.
May Monthly Service
On May 7 from 10 am, the May Monthly Service was held (103 attendees). The sermon was delivered by Rev. Isamu Ryono, New York Center Staff Minister. The opening talk was delivered by Yoko Hirano, TCI staff member. Following the service, the All Tenrikyo Hinokishin Day was held, picking up litter around the New York Center neighborhood and participating in a blood drive.
Women’s Association Monthly Gathering
The monthly gathering was held on May 1 after the May Monthly Service. The gathering was held in a hybrid format.
NY district Hinokishin Day
On May 1st, the annual New York District Hinokishin Day was held. Participants joined in picking up litter together around the neighborhood (40 participants).
May Monthly Service
On May 1 from 10 am, the May Monthly Service was held. Following state guidelines, the service was performed with an increased number in attendance (97 people in total). The sermon was delivered by Mariko Shimizu, Tohon Grand Church Lay Minister.