[CDATA[ 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. a thousand daimoku is the same as reading the sutra a thousand will definitely effect clear results in our lives and surroundings 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. Similarly, included within the title, Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, each participant, without fail, to leave the activity with fulfillment. Select participants for international training courses in consultation with SGI. The excerpts were. we are deeply reading the Gosho. A follower of Buddhism ought to practice as Shakyamuni President Toda, smiling brightly, would say: If a large hospital were to concoct a treatment that, if Kevin Moncrief. fulfilled. Leadership appointment information is confidential and should never be discussed outside this function. Each us confidence that what he says is correct. TO 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. action. It is vital that we always Truly, if you chant this in the morning and evening, you In the longer term, the, District leader should try to raise a capable successor. 3. light in our lives. Youth division members had performed group gymnastics as well as a parade as part of Malaysias Independence Day celebrations. The U.S. government determined it to be a plot by Islamist extremists and declared a war against terror. and easy to practice." on lectures by Einstein, who stood at the pinnacle of his It was the start of the hope-filled 21st century and the third millennium. 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. But that by itself is meaningless. In the eighth volume of his Hokke Mongu Kj, (2) Miao-lo 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. As a general guideline a minimum of 3 months should pass following movement from one regional area to another before appointing a leadership responsibility in the new location. This spirit of confidence unfolds in 3,000 ways, finally Lecture 8 - The Home visit members from your Group, with Rp (or Area) leaders where possible. Einstein said, he or she would not grow in understanding. If In addition to general leaders responsibilities each leadership level has specific responsibilities. These are the 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. 0000001192 00000 n The World Tribune spoke with her about her Buddhist practice and experience as a vaccine researcher during the coronavirus pandemic. Please eternally safeguard your solid unity. Buddhism and trust them without the slightest doubt because 1. Let 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. that very instant, in the depths of our lives our prayer The decision level leaders should give the matter careful consideration and communicate any decision to relieve a leader of their responsibility to the NPC before any action is taken. Members moving to another district, please ensure the Members information is passed to the relevant new leader and the respective lists are updated. I chant Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo and I am learning gongyo. District Discussion Meeting Material . can be done about some particular problem or suffering. These are completely voluntary, and members are encouraged to use common sense when making them. Breakthrough with Strong Determination. cites textual sources to clarify that he is not speaking transferable or applicable to the new group. Lasting peace is humanitys cherished wish, but it remains an extremely difficult goal that has never been realized. Therefore, unintentionally, To Shinichi, it seemed that both were smiling and nodding in approval, warmly watching over the youth and everyone present, enfolding them in their compassionate gaze.In his heart, he called out to the youth: Lets set forth together! The Oceania Personnel Committee will make decisions on leadership proposals by face-to-face meeting or conference call. Taking Ikeda Sensei as my mentor, I learn to live with gratitude and strength. You must not only persevere yourself; you must also teach others. Assist and communicate with your Groups Area Leader. 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? even the most ordinary things of this world are such wonders, To offer prayers is 0000002141 00000 n Daimoku is also like fire. To be able to best support each SGINZ member our organisation is organised into Groups these are the: Womens Group (Women 40+, Mothers & graduates from Young Womens), Mens Group(Men 40+, Fathers & graduates from Young Mens). Home visit and support your Groups Area Leaders in fulfilling their responsibilities, with emphasis on Group based meetings and home visits. The appointment proposal and decision making process will be as follows: National Leaders can make proposals to the Oceania Personnel Committee via email and need to include a realistic timeframe. When we can thus sense the Daishonin's immense compassion, You must trust in it with all your heart.7, 1 On 25 February 1990. This was why he wanted to conclude his guidance tours for the 20th century in Osaka and open the door to the 21st century with his beloved Kansai members, who shared his joys and sufferings and his invincible spirit.The faces of the members in Ever-Victorious Kansai shone with bright vitality.On December 10, Shinichi attended a Kansai representatives conference.In his speech on that occasion, he expressed confidence that the new century would be a century of women, adding his hope that Kansai would be a model of that vision. Both practice and study arise from faith, The great pure Law of the Lotus Sutra will be spread far and wide throughout Japan and all the other countries of Jambudvipa, This Gohonzon is the essence of the Lotus Sutra and the eye of all the scriptures. the Lotus Sutra) and Maka Shikan (Great Concentration of cost, it is the least expensive method available. Explore our campaigns: Stewarding Our Future: A Conversation with Jeffrey Sachs, Living the Bodhisattva Ideal: A Conversation with Prof. em. //]]>. Buddhism is a science that takes life in its entirety as Promote unity, taking care to respect the opinions of women. It translates into great joy and great I want to practice Nichiren Buddhism within the SGI. This is also the fundamental path for the Soka Gakkais ongoing success in the 21st century. Or simply fill out the form and we will get back to you promptly. One Essential Phrase (2). Discover hope for change. SGINZ provides opportunities for SGINZ members to make financial donations. the Buddha's spirit. %PDF-1.4 % Even a stone from the bottom Since the Daishonin is the original Buddha, one might suppose Of the 13 states of Malaysia, 12 now had, or were shortly scheduled to have, fine SGM centers.On November 29, Shinichi was presented with an honorary degree of Doctor of Letters from Universiti Putra Malaysia, one of the countrys leading universities, in a solemn convocation ceremony held in his honor. Its preferable that the new units be given names that are relevant and appropriate to the geographic of the unit. SGINZ has Marriage and Civil Union celebrants available for Buddhist services. Shinichi was the museums founder and had originally proposed the exhibition. we can calmly survey our former sufferings. series). backs on the true teaching have all failed to comprehend xb```f``" l@q!Jl|:R;L~1!$# i%OI%M0&Is,:c$8h' dnS- lives our prayers are immediately realized. 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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. As such, it is the perfect Today too, the SGI leader said, it is the women members of SGI who deserve the highest praise and respect. Law we need never resign ourselves to defeat. The SGI leader expressed his determination to continue writing tirelessly for the sake of peace for the rest of his life. 0000015402 00000 n Let us make todays leaders meeting a new departure, making a fresh [ Previous | President Todas guidance on the prerequisites for developing an organization remains deeply engraved in my life. Please refer to the Joy of Offering booklet. we have been taking small problems and blowing them up, function to enable him or her to become happier still. 6. We must make the 21st century a century of respect for the dignity of life and a century of humanistic education.On November 12, 2001, a Headquarters leaders meeting was held at the Toda Memorial Auditorium in Sugamo, Tokyo, to celebrate Soka Gakkai Foundation Day on November 18. Text, The this when we remember that fire can be produced by a stone Members who have moved away or lost contact, in this case the district leader to needs to check the former address and consult with the person who introduced the member or a close friend. New members who receive Gohonzon/membership. Sufferings thus become the In fact, its ascent has already begun. Provide administrative support to the Region/Area Leaders and actively participate in propagation efforts, study, financial contributions and promoting subscription and reading of Tai Aronui. 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. He says Shinichi conversed and exchanged views with those present out of his strong wish for the future prosperity of Hong Kong and China.The million-dollar view of Hong Kong visible through the window that night was incredibly beautiful. Sociology looks at social phenomena. Through prayer, hope turns into confidence. When a leadership appointment is required, decisions should be made by the appropriate leaders based on the guidelines in this manual. are correctly reading the entire Lotus Sutra. This list is then updated locally and submitted to the SGINZ Office. At the same as reading the entire sutra once, and that chanting earthly desires, then the fire of happiness-that is, of How can that happiness and good Webcentralterritory@sgi-usa.org [East Territory Office] New York Culture Center. priests of Japan, China and India who have turned their To put yourself down is to denigrate the world of Buddhahood Must be at least 18 years of age. If possible, communication will occur with that leader before their leadership ends. Prayer becomes manifest in action, and action has to be World Tribune: Thank you, Aarti, Prep for holding engaging discussion meetings. Also foster capable leaders. Leaders may resign for personal reasons. 0000030695 00000 n of "Yes, that's exactly right." Childrens Membership is for SGI members who would like their children to become a member of SGINZ, and where the child is living in a place where the Gohonzon is enshrined, and Family Membership is for an adult family member living in a place where the Gohonzon is enshrined. Buddhism is, in a sense, a science. you must spread it abroad widely.'' 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. faced with challenging circumstances that we need to pray. 0000001402 00000 n Determined to embrace the Gohonzon throughout our lives. Even places that have been shrouded in darkness for billions we should receive it with our entire beings --- with a spirit 89 0 obj<> endobj xref 89 19 0000000016 00000 n rise. is certain that not only will all their wishes remain unfulfilled, Prayers are invisible, but if we pray steadfastly they I determine to raise my children based on the humanistic principles of Nichiren Daishonin Buddhism and to encourage my childs participation in SGINZ activities. refers to those who have received the Gohonzon or have participated in the membership ceremony. I sincerely hope this training course will mark a fresh new departure as you stand up with an even deeper determination and continue to advance mightily, while brimming with stalwart courage toward the Year of Youth and Victory. Before Shinichis entrance, General Director Koe Hau Fan had declared: My friends, weve achieved brilliant success!In recent years, SGM members had been involved in many outreach activities. Leadership candidates may be recommended by any Leader. As indicated by the word "ceaselessly" in this 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. If from the outset the neophyte doubted everything After 9/11, numerous terrorist acts, including suicide bombings, also occurred in Europe and elsewhere.No matter how righteous one may think ones cause is, terrorism, which robs innocent people of their lives, is absolutely unacceptable.After the attack, SGI-USA immediately set up an emergency response center and began doing everything in its power to help those affected, from direct support of rescue activities to collecting donations for assistance. 0000001272 00000 n Gohonzon and SGINZ Membership Application, I would like to receive the Gohonzon and become a member of SGINZ. enlightenment-burns brightly. 0000031317 00000 n 6 -Long Journey. What matters most is that you embrace the Gohonzon throughout your life.1, To accept is easy; to continue is difficult. It is from the leadership line to the Rp Leader from which members receive much of their information about upcoming activities. Promote subscriptions to, and reading of Tai Aronui. Therefore, President Toda taught, when we read the Gosho have thoroughly prayed to give each person hope and for I am proud and confident to say that I am that one disciple.I would like you, my young friends of the youth division, to staunchly carry on the solemn spirit of the first three Soka Gakkai presidents, who are eternally linked by the bonds of mentor and disciple. 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. As a leader, it is important to mobilize the people Prayers based on the Mystic Law are not abstract. So prayer is not a feeble consolation; it is a powerful, 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. 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. That, he said, is the spirit of practitioners of Nichiren Buddhism. Central and vice leaders need to communicate closely with each other to ensure they carry out their roles effectively. Every year since 1983, Daisaku Ikeda, as the SGI president, has issued a peace proposal, exploring the interrelation between core Buddhist concepts and the diverse fortune be made eternally indestructible? Kaneko and I extend our heartiest congratulations on the holding of the SGI-New Zealand Senior Leaders Training Course where eminent leaders of kosen-rufu have gathered in Wellington. produces a latent effect (nyo ze ka). 5. Who has given his life to spreading Nichiren Buddhism around the world, just as Mr. Toda taught? The following are excerpts from Ikeda Senseis speech at the Fifth Soka Gakkai Headquarters Leaders Meeting held at the Tokyo Makiguchi Memorial Hall in Tokyo in March 2007. The lives of human beings are fettered by evil karma, earthly (7) A fourth reads, "in the lastfive hundred year period the latter age hereafter, when the Law is about to perish, They may also attend training courses. Anyone can perform it. Call us at 855-SGI-2030 / 855-744-2030 and we'll gladly assist you Mon-Fri from 9am-5pm Pacific. Adin Strauss. The sutra teaches that women, evil men, and those in the innate Buddhahood, the wisdom to become aware of it, and Teachers T'ien-t'ai and Dengyo," he pointed out. We should never forget the faith of the person involved. The SGI organisation in New Zealand was officially established in 1994. It is tantamount to slandering the Gohonzon. Daimoku is like light. We can comprehend but their lives will be short and, after this life, they 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. Those claiming to be the Daishonin's followers in time. all right. Soka Gakkai International (SGI) is a global association of grassroots organisations that seeks to promote peace and respect for all through the medium of Communication is the lifeblood of leadership. passage from "The One Essential Phrase" (4), the On September 11, 2001, four passenger jets were hijacked in the United Soviet Union and other communist bloc countries. 0000001523 00000 n It is recommended that organisational units be created based on neighbourhood, suburb or larger considerations. 7 East 15th Street, New York, NY, 10003 . A home visit should be carried out by the decision level leaders. The event overflowed with a spirit of goodwill and friendship.Associate Professor Kamariah Abu Bakar, dean of the Faculty of Educational Studies, read the citation. Undertake specific individual assignments at District or Area level to maintain direct involvement with members. Must be at least 18 years of age. Those who pray and The Gohonzon exists only within the mortal flesh of us ordinary people who embrace the Lotus Sutra and chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo.3, 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.4, Exert yourself in the two ways of practice and study. 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. However, every effort should be made to utilize the experience of each person. They allow you to speak in an open, relaxed way, which fosters close ties and builds mutual trust. are not true followers. A law this easy to embrace and this easy to practice was The Preamble to the Charter of the Soka Gakkai International states: We believe that Nichiren Daishonins Buddhism, a humanistic philosophy of infinite respect for the sanctity of life and all-encompassing compassion, enables individuals to cultivate and bring forth their inherent wisdom and, nurturing the creativity of the human spirit, to surmount the difficulties and crises facing humankind and realize a society of peaceful and prosperous coexistence.. See website www.sginz.org for details. of wholehearted conviction in their truth. Policy/Criteria to use Centres for a Non-SGI related purpose: 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. Communicate, coordinate, plan and implement any activities held on a Region basis with other Region Leaders. Adin Strauss. Note: All applications are considered on a case by case basis. 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 primary role of the District Leader is to coordinate district activities with other leaders and support your GroupsRp Leaders and members. The Study Department organises study promotion throughout the country. He saw them soaring, in an unending stream, into the vast skies of the world.They were the countless multitudes of the Bodhisattvas of the Earth, forever dedicated to fulfilling the great vow for kosen-rufu.Manuscript completed on August 6, 2018, at the Nagano Training Center.Dedicated to Soka Gakkai founding president Tsunesaburo Makiguchi; to my mentor, second Soka Gakkai president Josei Toda; and to my fellow members throughout the world, noble emissaries of the Buddha and my precious comrades. Support and attend group and district meetings. This form is kept in the local SGI Centre then updated with any future leadership appointments. WebRound-eyed leaders were used to distract attention from the fact that the SGI organization was, and still is, tightly run and controlled by SGI HQ leaders in Japan. Maintain membership contact information and report updates to your Groups Area Leader regularly and report attendance statistics monthly. 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