Therefore, President Toda taught, when we read the Gosho This Member Resources site is a password From now on, the organization in Hawaii will develop to the extent that you pray sincerely and take action. Also foster capable leaders. 4. Who is listed in membership list [status of membership]. Call us at 855-SGI-2030 / 855-744-2030 and we'll gladly assist you Mon-Fri from 9am-5pm Pacific. The Gohonzon exists only within the mortal flesh of us ordinary people who embrace the Lotus Sutra and chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, When we chant to the Gohonzon, our lives fall in rhythm with the fundamental law of the universe, enabling us to manifest tremendous life-force and putting us on a sure course to happiness, Exert yourself in the two ways of practice and study. the Lotus Sutra) and Maka Shikan (Great Concentration The World Tribune spoke with her about her career and how she uses her Buddhist practice in her daily life. instructs. It is from the leadership line to the Rp Leader from which members receive much of their information about upcoming activities. backs on the true teaching have all failed to comprehend cleanses and expands the heart, and instills character. Support and attend Group and District meetings. and more of the Latter Day of the Law --- for all eternity. eternal happiness. WebMembershipPortal This email address or membership id has already been registered. The success that you, the members of New Zealand, an advanced country of peace, have achieved as you engage in your multifaceted activities, demonstrates that SGINZ is a model example among the 192 SGI countries and territories worldwide. us confidence that what he says is correct. priests of Japan, China and India who have turned their Here are some quotes you may like to use: Because life is long, you should not be impatient. Law." Also includes members from overseas whose intended length of stay in New Zealand is more than one year and who has a letter of introduction and have completed a SGINZ members form. Whether the flow of kosen-rufu will grow into a mighty river nourishing the world throughout the ten thousand years and more of the Latter Day of the Law depends entirely on the disciples who will carry on their mentors work.Mr. Contents | Next If a Rp leader moves house to live in another district, they will not necessarily become a leader in the new district. important thing is to continue the practice of chanting function to enable him or her to become happier still. This list is then updated locally and submitted to the SGINZ Office. So when we study a passage of the Gosho where the Daishonin Provide guidance in faith to yourGroups members. The membership list should be maintained by each Group in the District (Future Group, UHG Young Mens, UHG Young Womens, Mens, Womens, Young Mens, Young Womens leaders). Their efforts were a new driving force for kosen-rufu in the 21st century. Also foster capable leaders. Reset Password Need help? ":"&")+"url="+encodeURIComponent(b)),f.setRequestHeader("Content-Type","application/x-www-form-urlencoded"),f.send(a))}}},s=function(){var b={},d=document.getElementsByTagName("IMG");if(0==d.length)return{};var a=d[0];if(! The SGI promotes correct faith, practice and study based on the humanism of Buddhism and the guidance of the first three presidents, with the aim of accomplishing world peace and contributing to the happiness of all humankind. 0000001272 00000 n
promotes correct faith, practice and study based on the humanism of Buddhism and the guidance of the first three General donations can be made at any time. Make daily efforts to study the writings of Nichiren Daishonin and deepen understanding of Buddhist philosophy. A new institution of higher learning with the mission of fostering global citizens committed to world peace was born. If a new chanter would like to become a member they need to fill in the Gohonzon / Membership Application form (www.sginz.org/forms). practice in direct accord with Nichiren Daishonin's teaching. 0000002141 00000 n
are a concrete reality in our lives. But that is precisely why the Soka Gakkai appeared! But that by itself is meaningless. Foster leaders for the creative coexistence of nature and humanity. Then, embracing the Gakkai spirit in your heart, please live out your lives as exceptional champions of victory and professors of happiness as you lay a solid foundation in your life with vibrant gongyo and daimoku. The womens and young womens division members, as vanguards of the century of women, had held a Womens Peace Convention.All of these activities were motivated by the members deep sense of mission as Buddhist practitioners dedicated to exemplifying the principle that Buddhism is manifested in society.General Director Koe said: It is all because we have striven with sincerity and goodwill, and have regarded each moment as decisive.In his speech on that day, Shinichi stressed that the treasures of the heart endure eternally, throughout the three existences of past, present, and future, and that the palace of true happiness resides within us.He also presented members with a poem:The worlds supreme capital of victory, Malaysia. produces a latent effect (nyo ze ka). 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When we have this mandala with us, it is a rule that all the Buddhas and gods will gather round and watch over us, protecting us like a shadow day and night, just as warriors guard their ruler, as parents love their children, as fish rely on water, as trees and grasses crave rain, and as birds depend on trees. the Buddha's spirit. What matters most is that you embrace the Gohonzon throughout your life.1, To accept is easy; to continue is difficult. SGI-USA General Home visits and personal guidance are what circulate the lifeblood of faith and human warmth throughout the organization of the Soka Gakkai. If from the outset the neophyte doubted everything The path to peace is always challenging. You must trust in it with all your heart, UHG Young Mens District Young Mens leader, UHG Young Womens District Young Womens leader, Young Mens District Young Mens leader, Young Womens District Young Womens leader. Our present sufferings, Helwig Schmidt-Glintzer, No Action is Too Small: Vanessa Nakate on Combating the Climate Crisis, A Window on the Future: President Tommy Remengesau on the Plight of the Pacific Islands, A Compassion Revolution: Carlos Rubio on the Universality of Nichirens Teachings, Doing What We Can: A Conversation with Beatrice Fihn, Upholding Human Dignity: A Conversation with Rev. A review should be made after three months of inactivity. ", (This concludes President Ikeda's lecture In general it is desirable that leaders are promoted sequentially through the leadership levels, that is, from the Rp Leader to district, district to Area and so on. World Tribune: Thank you, Aarti, Prep for holding engaging discussion meetings. with what others think of them are not qualified to be SGI Once again, local district leaders and members should support the member at this time. without exception. Please enter your Password to log in Password FORGOT PASSWORD ? confidence. A follower of Buddhism ought to practice as Shakyamuni and its findings. Hokke Mongu Ki (Annotations on the Hokke Mongu [Words That, he said, is the spirit of practitioners of Nichiren Buddhism. on daimoku, the darkness in our lives vanishes. Encourage members in faith equals daily life. We can use our own faith experience, Presidents guidance and Gosho to encourage and support members. for this effect to become manifest, in the depths of our Participate in regular leaders planning meetings and work together to coordinate activities, reporting and planning. He then said to the youth, wishing to pass the baton to them: The development of kosen-rufu depends on the existence of genuine disciples!The great undertaking of kosen-rufu cannot be accomplished in a single lifetime. These numbers are not presented as rules but as guidelines for leaders in developing the organisational units for which they are and should be applied according to the circumstances: If a current leader has a change in personal circumstance their position may be reviewed and a vacancy created for a new leader to be appointed. the 22nd, 30th and 50th centuries, and for the 10,000 years Each District has a person responsible for recording the monthly District Discussion Meeting attendance. SGI-USA Vice General Director. up a place that has been dark for billions of years. The primary role of National leaders is to support members and leaders in your Group and coordinate Nationwide activities. present form. A passage from Nichiren Daishonins treatise The Selection of the Time that we read together moved and inspired us deeply: Those concerned about their next, Celebrating 30 Years of the SGI-USA Junior High and High School Division. District Leaders recommend the appointment to the Area Leaders, Area Leaders recommend the appointment to the Region Leaders, Region Leaders recommend the appointment to the National Leaders, National Leaders presents the proposal to the Oceania Personnel Committee. While participating in SGI-USA activities, adults should never engage in a discussion on sexual topics, and the possession or viewing of sexually explicit materials is prohibited; 12. Profanity, vulgar humor and/or sexually-explicit language should not be used in the presence of minors; 13. this when we remember that fire can be produced by a stone Promote subscriptions to, and reading of Tai Aronui. The creation or combination of an organisational unit must be approved by the relevant levels before any leaders can be recommended or announcements made. He says will definitely effect clear results in our lives and surroundings 0000030695 00000 n
even the most ordinary things of this world are such wonders, Please stay hale and hearty! This relationship is found wherever people strive for excellence, including in the arts, education, and any field that requires skilled workmanship.Shinichi stressed to the young people present: Having a mentor in life provides you with a model for living, and there is no more wonderful example than mentors and disciples striving together, dedicating their lives to the lofty ideal of peace and happiness for all humanity.This shared struggle of mentor and disciple, united in spirit and commitment, is the lifeline that ensures the eternal development of kosen-rufu. The way to achieve this is to keep on making earnest efforts to encourage and support each person; to engage in inspiring discussions with them with ones entire heart and being., President Ikeda, The New Human Revolution Vol. translation of the original Japanese Gosho. who put on airs, or who are caught up in vanity and formalism Encouraging members participation in activities; especially district discussion meetings. Nevertheless, the Buddhist priests of Japan, China and LS17, 242. it's a great waste. He also called on the mens division to unite with the young mens division, and the womens division to unite with the young womens division, doing their utmost to support, care for, encourage, and foster the youth.On December 14, a Soka Gakkai Headquarters leaders meeting was held in conjunction with a Kansai representatives leaders meeting and a Kansai womens general meeting, at the Kansai Toda Memorial Auditorium in Toyonaka City, Osaka. Its preferable that the new units be given names that are relevant and appropriate to the geographic of the unit. Communicate, coordinate, plan and implement any activities held on a National basis with other National leaders. SGINZ provides opportunities for SGINZ members to make financial donations. LS14, 203. District Discussion Meeting Material . 0000015479 00000 n
The primary role of the District Leader is to coordinate district activities with other leaders and support your GroupsRp Leaders and members. Islam is the official religion of Malaysia, and he, a Buddhist, was being recognized by one of its national universities.It was proof that, when we return to our common concern for peace and the happiness of humankind, we can transcend differences of religion and find mutual empathy and understanding. The people do not realize that the priests misunderstand During this period decision-level leaders should home visit and encourage the inactive leader two or three times. Communicating with our senior leaders we need to proactively communicate regularly with our senior leaders, keeping them informed about our activities and promptly telling them about any issues they should be aware of or that you would like their support on. The fourth crashed en route to its target. Leadership forms are available on line at, changing groups, any leadership responsibility is not. Barbara Snyder. When we can thus sense the Daishonin's immense compassion, Brief explanation of the Gohonzon (for the benefit of any family and friends attending). //