For the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic began, the Young Men’s Association was able to successfully hold a mission caravan to the New England region with a total of four association members.
April Monthly Service
On April 2 from 10 am, the April Monthly Service was held (120 attendees). Mission visits are currently being held for all churches during this first year of the “three years, one thousand days” period leading up to the 140th Anniversary of Oyasama. Following the service, Bishop Hiroshi Fukaya, Mission Headquarters in America, delivered the sermon in place of the mission visit for New York Center.
Spring Memorial Service
The Spring Memorial Service was held on March 19 with 52 followers in attendance.
March Monthly Service
On March 5 from 10 am, the March Monthly Service was held (105 attendees). The sermon was delivered by Michael Yuge, Tenri Cultural Institute Executive Director.
February Monthly Service
On February 5 from 10 am, the February Monthly Service was held (81 attendees). The sermon was delivered by Tomihiro Fukui, former Chairman of the New York District Young Men’s Association.
New Year’s Day and Spring Grand Service
On January 1 from 10 am, the New Year’s Day and Spring Grand Service was held (87 attendees). The sermon was delivered by Rev. Yoichi Fukui, New York Center Minister.
Following the service, the sake of ferings were shared with those in attendance as otoso, a New Year’s tradition. Many traditional foods were served suring the potluck lunch reception as well.
TSA Winter Gathering
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.