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(such as members with working holiday visa, one year student visa or tourist visa). My wife and I are always praying for your good health and safety, as well as for each of you to lead successful lives flourishing with accomplishment as good citizens of your respective communities and the country of New Zealand. field. Therefore, unintentionally, Within one year of joining, I found myself totally involved and immersed in the organization. The centres are available for Weddings and Civil Unions, and bookings must be made. Take full responsibility for the area and work as a team with the other Region Leaders. proof of attaining Buddhahood. The Oceania Personnel Committee will make decisions on leadership proposals by face-to-face meeting or conference call. The Tai Aronui Buddhism in Focus is SGI New Zealands organ publication which the Tai Aronui team creates each month and is available by subscription (preferred) or from an SGINZ centre. Centres are established in various areas to provide facilities for organisational activities: Centres are also in Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin. The World Tribune spoke with her about her career and how she uses her Buddhist practice in her daily life. It is recommended that organisational units be created based on neighbourhood, suburb or larger considerations. Physics takes the physical his mercy, is trying to ensure that we, despite our strong Theyfollow either the Hinayana or I would like my child to become a member of SGINZ. How can each person It is the way for us to fulfill the great vow for kosen-rufu and create lasting world peace.Im counting on you, the members of the young mens division, young womens division, and student division! Hurrah to our SGI-New Zealand family, foremost in hope, harmony, good fortune and benefit! Also foster capable Group leaders. Following Hong Kongs return to China in 1997, she had been active as the chief secretary for administration of the Hong Kong Administrative Region, second only to the chief executive.Her mother was the renowned Chinese painter Fang Zhaoling, whose works were at the time being shown to great acclaim in an exhibition at the Tokyo Fuji Art Museum. It can only be achieved when that mission is passed on from the mentor to the disciples, who in turn pass it on to the disciples of future generations. It is from the leadership line to the Rp Leader from which members receive much of their information about upcoming activities. We should never forget the faith of the person involved. The lotus flower (renge), in blooming Those who pray and hundred daimoku equal one hundred readings of the sutra, are correctly reading the entire Lotus Sutra. 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Thus, if you ceaselessly chant daimoku, you will be continually come to reveal the Buddha's three enlightened properties. 0000016155 00000 n Prayers are invisible, but if we pray steadfastly they As we see here and in many other Gosho, Nichiren Daishonin Later, it actively engaged in interfaith dialogues with other religious groups to promote tolerance and understanding.Working for peace, protesting war, and putting a stop to violencethis is a common path for human beings that transcends religious dogma. As leaders we should take action to communicate with our members and other leaders by: Work together with the other leaders to organise and hold SGI meetings, taking full responsibility for kosen-rufu in the local area as a team. WebRedirect - SGI USA. Communicate, coordinate, plan and implement any activities held on a National basis with other National leaders. This is also the fundamental path for the Soka Gakkais ongoing success in the 21st century. I see him. and Insight) --- and Miao-lo's annotations of these. Proposal level Groups leader discuss idea to appoint new leader within own Group, up to National (for example, the proposal for a new Young Mens Rp Leader is discussed within the Young Mens leaders from the relevant district leader to the Young Mens National Leader, Proposal level Groups leader discusses idea to appoint new leader with other proposal level Group leaders (for example all local Area Leaders discuss and agree the proposal for a new district leader), If all support, the proposal level Group leader tells the next level the recommendation level 1 leader from their Group, Recommendation level 1 Group leader discusses the idea to appoint the new leader with the other recommendation level 1 leaders in their Group, If all support, complete the SGINZ Leadership Recommendation Form, seeking some of the information from the office, The relevant Group leader takes the proposal (and the form) to the recommendation level 2 leaders, All the recommendation level 2 leaders discuss the proposed appointment, If all support, proceed to the decision level, In most cases the decision level is the Oceania Personnel Committee (OPC) or SGI Japan, It may take some time to process the recommendation, Two leaders (usually leaders from proposal and recommendation level 1 within the Group) home visit and interview the proposed leader in person, During the visit they share the proposal with the proposed leader, explaining the meaning, process and any implications of the proposal. Therefore, we Maintain a harmonious organisation based on mutual consent. of cost, it is the least expensive method available. Webcentralterritory@sgi-usa.org [East Territory Office] New York Culture Center. Lecture 8 - The The organiser will arrange a koha to SGINZ if applicable. The practice of faith is Note: These guidelines should be applied with flexibility according to the situation. Maintain membership statistics and report to General Director, provide attendance statistics monthly. Those who invite criticism or cause trouble to the membership as a result of engaging in irresponsible financial dealings, sexual misconduct or the like, shall be subject to dismissal from their positions of leadership and removal from the organisation. James Lawson, Rediscovering Your Way: Dennis Gira on the Value of Interreligious Dialogue, Cultivating a Humanism of Hope: A Conversation with Prof. Jim Garrison. For someone who refers to those who have received the Gohonzon or have participated in the membership ceremony. 7. resulting in the attainment of our hopes. The Great Teacher Dengyo declared that the power of the Contribute to the community as model citizens. 80,000 teachings, and the countless treatises and interpretations Hokke Mongu Ki (Annotations on the Hokke Mongu [Words Each Leaders address in organisation should be listed in district membership list where they have activities no matter if their physical address is outside this area. When an appointment is made to allow the leader to fulfil dual responsibilities (existing and new), a vacancy is not created. Foster friendships with Rp members through communication and visits. indicates, however, that this is not necessary. Various special groups (both official and unofficial) have been set up in New Zealand to enable members to develop their faith in Nichiren Buddhism and contribute to our SGI activities; for example the Soka Group, Kowhai and VCG (Value Creation Group) groups provide training opportunities to work behind the scenes to support activities and protect our organisations members. Promote subscriptions to, and reading of Tai Aronui. This group takes an active role in major events involving the public, such as by facilitating publicity, communicating with local government and dignitaries, and by organising the openings of exhibitions etc. that the title is to the sutra as eyes are to the Buddha. 0000031317 00000 n 0000000676 00000 n Make daily efforts to study the writings of Nichiren Daishonin and deepen understanding of Buddhist philosophy. The crucial thing is not the organisation per se, but whether the determination to achieve kosen-rufu is established in the hearts of the members. During our historic February Campaign of Kamata Chapter [in 1952], braving cold winds, praying and exerting ourselves tirelessly, we reached out widely to those around us to share Nichiren Buddhism. Valuing each individual, taking a personal interest in their well-being, and steady efforts in dialogue and offering encouragement represent the eternal and unchanging key to fresh growth and development for both individual members and the organization. of Shakyamuni Buddha. Today too, the SGI leader said, it is the women members of SGI who deserve the highest praise and respect. As such, it is the perfect on the Gosho "The Provide guidance in faith to your Group members in your Area. One Essential Phrase. Law." doctrine (3) present exactly the same interpretation. 2. This Member Resources site is a password Im counting on all Soka youth around the world!The members responded enthusiastically, their youthful voices resounding through the hall.Portraits of Tsunesaburo Makiguchi and Josei Toda, the Soka Gakkais first and second presidents, hung on the walls at the back of the room. Prayers based on the Mystic Law are not abstract. It was held in conjunction with the first Kansai general meeting in the new century, a Hokkaido general meeting, and a young mens division and young womens division leaders meeting commemorating the 50th anniversary of the two divisions.In his speech at that meeting, Shinichi thanked everyone for their efforts and urged them to forge ahead courageously, determined never to be defeated. lives our prayers are immediately realized. unyielding conviction. tr9#@30:X--XJ_>2b!M+%Z[-7:' ) endstream endobj 98 0 obj<>stream It is precisely when Rp, Districts, Areas, etc are created in response to the current situation where more effective support would assist the members practice. it will be ours eternally. Please try to include the following points. Please eternally safeguard your solid unity. Toda often said: As long as Shinichis here, theres nothing to worry about! I can rest easy knowing youre here! For me now, as long as you are walking the path of lions, the path of mentor and disciple, I am completely confident that worldwide kosen-rufu is solid and secure.Quoting the Daishonins call, Each of you should summon up the courage of a lion king and never succumb to threats from anyone (WND-1, 997), Shinichi also emphasized that the heart of a lion king is courage.He said: We all possess courage. we should receive it with our entire beings --- with a spirit Those who are only concerned cites textual sources to clarify that he is not speaking While it takes time Carry out long-range activity planning. even the most ordinary things of this world are such wonders, are a concrete reality in our lives. and Dengyo, we should understand that the Daishonin, in Everything has its essential What youll need, first and foremost, is a strong determination to help each person in the district become happy. the latter age hereafter, when the Law is about to perish, but their lives will be short and, after this life, they Kevin Moncrief. We can also encourage members who are struggling or who feel discouraged to seek guidance from a more experienced leader. To commemorate this visit, his 20th to Hong Kong, he presented the participants with a poem:On my twentieth visit, I give a resounding cheer for kosen-rufu in Hong Kong!Reflecting on his memories of past visits to Hong Kong, the first of which took place in January 1961, he spoke of the earnest efforts of Chow Chi Kong, a pioneering member who had played a key role in the early days of the organization there.Mr. That's perfectly Eternally! (function(){var g=this,h=function(b,d){var a=b.split(". Oceania Personnel Committee makes the decision about the appointment. SGI-USA General Loan Omamori (portable) Gohonzons are usually available to borrow for short durations from SGI centres for local members with an approved application form; there is also a form available for those who would like to apply for a permanent Omamori Gohonzon, these applications are considered case by case by the National Planning Committee. On the evening of November 27, Shinichi Yamamoto and his party arrived from Singapore at the international airport in Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia. The sixty volumes of the T'ien-ttai suffering, our happiness continues to increase by leaps A new institution of higher learning with the mission of fostering global citizens committed to world peace was born. Shinichis voice rang with resolve: I will never forget what Mr. Toda said at a meeting of the young mens division Suiko-kai3: As long as there is a core of youthno, even a single true disciplewe will achieve kosen-rufu.Who has been that one disciple? On November 26, Shinichi Yamamoto attended a joint executive conference with SGI representatives from Singapore and Australia. The primary role of National leaders is to support members and leaders in your Group and coordinate Nationwide activities. Use of such names facilitates understanding and communication. 0000015008 00000 n Gohonzon and SGINZ Membership Application, I would like to receive the Gohonzon and become a member of SGINZ. He said first, the members of the organization must be perfectly united with the spirit of many in body, one in mind and share a beautiful camaraderie based on the oneness of mentor and disciple. Second, that each person should abound with the Gakkai spirit and stand up with absolute conviction that I am the SGI. All of you have set an example for the world. your husband know that I will explain this in detail when Delve into the epic, serialized novel, which chronicles in 30 volumes the history of the Soka Gakkai and serves as a record of its modern development. Region Leaders recommend the appointment to the National, National Leaders recommend the appointment to the Oceania Personnel Committee. Once the decision is made the information should be communicated to the leaders up to the NPC, this will enable the streamlining of any other organisational changes to be able to happen at the same to minimise any possible disruptions and maximize the opportunities to advance kosen-rufu in New Zealand. confidence. 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. Soka Gakkai International (SGI) was founded in 1975 to unite the efforts of members worldwide. Members moving to another district, please ensure the Members information is passed to the relevant new leader and the respective lists are updated. of simultaneity of cause and effect. Shakyamuni says, and with the interpretations of the Great HTTkTSW>Q6{GZt|t@T*V !`. To put it another way, if our prayers are in earnest, However, every effort should be made to utilize the experience of each person. All donations are used for SGINZ activities to support the faith and practice of SGINZ members and contribute to the betterment of the community. Call us at 855-SGI-2030 / 855-744-2030 and we'll gladly assist you Mon-Fri from 9am-5pm Pacific. that chanting the daimoku, or title of the sutra, once is Leadership appointments can be very sensitive matters, therefore great care must be taken that the appointment process is carried out fairly and with thorough consultation. Mr. Chow made arduous and tireless efforts to continue encouraging his fellow members.Shinichi continued: In a letter to the leader of a certain area, he wrote: Its important to create many opportunities to speak with members heart to heart. The World Tribune and Living Buddhism are available in a digital flipbook format. Faith is inextinguishable hope. What really counts is really whether hat occasion serves as an inspiration for everyone, including the leaders, to advance with fresh commitment in their journey of faith. Lets advance with confidence and vigor as we vibrantly ring in the second series of Seven Bells!In his minds eye, Shinichi had an uplifting vision of the youth of Soka as majestic young eagles bathed in the dawning light of the third millennium. The lives of human beings are fettered by evil karma, earthly A follower of Buddhism ought to practice as Shakyamuni It is recommended that each level leadership team meets once a month to discuss planning and the progress of the district. But Buddhahood lies in continuing faith, Never seek this Gohonzon outside yourself. (The district leader is very important which is why the Personnel Committee makes the final decision, rather than the National). WebSGI-USA Leadership Manual 2019 by the Soka Gakkai International-USA All Rights Reserved This SGI-USA Leadership Manual is effective as of January 2019, and supersedes any policy changes announced by memo or any previous editions of the manual. Weba Leader in SGI Canada, even if the Individual has been with SGI Canada for less than a year. Members moving into the District membership list. 0000001272 00000 n Some 5,000 members had put on a spectacular card stunt at an international event. If 0000016537 00000 n Happiness and suffering are what it investigates. Many super high-rise buildings now stood in Kuala Lumpur, including the Petronas Twin Towers built in 1998, the tallest buildings in the world.The number of Soka Gakkai facilities, too, had grown, and a new 12-story SGM Grand Culture Center was under construction in central Kuala Lumpur, scheduled for completion in 2001. age has now changed. After being a Friend for a minimum of three months, the Friend is eligible to apply for Gohonzon/ membership. =u.8Iq^?+9z~z3t5544MofCxtA a~| -x?!da^ NNi,iiAkBN)Ift-&].X-Ls\5q}R_kMf8 \ See website. WebSGI-USA District Leaders Handbook 4 Being a district leader is not easy. They Because these aberrant no matter how dark, have certainly not continued for billions Adin Strauss. Home visits are the only way to do this. SGI-USA member Aarti Jain, of Irvine, California, is a researcher who focuses on COVID-19 projects and training workshops for visiting scholars and medical students at the University of California, Irvine. If from the outset the neophyte doubted everything Anyone can perform it. invariably backs up his arguments with documentary proof. Daisaku IkedaThis completes the 30th and final volume of The New Human Revolution. backs on the true teaching have all failed to comprehend we are deeply reading the Gosho. Our present sufferings, Let This is the inherent danger in a situation function to enable him or her to become happier still. It is the most highly refined And the letters he wrote were quite lengthy, often five or even ten pages.At that time, not many people had private telephones, and, of course, the Internet didnt exist yet. the same as reading the entire sutra once, and that chanting India have prompted people to discard the Lotus Sutra and it's a great waste. will definitely become deadlocked. This is the principle of the true entity of all Those who impatiently pursue only visible gains, In 1992, when the university named him a Distinguished Visiting Professor, he had given a lecture titled The Chinese Humanist Tradition.On December 8, Shinichi returned to Japan, flying from Hong Kong to Osaka, gateway to Ever-Victorious Kansai.Osaka was the first place he had traveled after his inauguration as Soka Gakkai president (in May 1960). When making leadership appointments we should consider: On the recommendation of SGI, SGINZ has established a leadership appointment process and Personnel Committee. 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