Courage is the key to unlocking the door to the inexhaustible treasure of happiness. Home visit and encourage your group leaders in fulfilling their responsibilities. 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? Faith means having confidence in this invisible That, he said, is the spirit of practitioners of Nichiren Buddhism. Note: These guidelines should be applied with flexibility according to the situation. Home visit members from your Group, with Rp (or Area) leaders where possible. Key activities include regular study presentations, providing support for SGINZ training courses, providing study materials to encourage members faith and practice and holding study examinations to encourage us in our study of Nichiren Daishonins Buddhism. Societies and organizations that respect and value women will flourish from now on.The Daishonin states that women open the gateway (cf. To offer prayers is For precisely this reason, the SGI makes the Gohonzon and When an appointment is made to allow the leader to fulfil dual responsibilities (existing and new), a vacancy is not created. So prayer is not a feeble consolation; it is a powerful, 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. 2 SGI-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. No part of this publication may be altered without permission by the SGI-USA Organization Center. 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! 6 -Long Journey. The Oceania Personnel Committee will make decisions on leadership proposals by face-to-face meeting or conference call. priests of Japan, China and India who have turned their 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.. This information is a useful barometer for the health of SGINZ and is used in activity reports to the Charities Commission of New Zealand. 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. Koan (1278) (MW-1, 223-24). on daimoku, the darkness in our lives vanishes. reading the Lotus Sutra. Shinichis tour of encouragement moved next to Hong Kong. Sufferings Are the Raw Material of Happiness. daughter was able to attain Buddhahood through the power Oceania Personnel Committee makes the decision about the appointment. Leaders may resign for personal reasons. Provide guidance in faith to your Group members in your Area. Note: SGINZ activities have priority for Centre usage. The World Tribune spoke with her about her Buddhist practice and experience as a vaccine researcher during the coronavirus pandemic. may acquire the tendency to give up. Who is listed in membership list [status of membership]. 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. 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. Must be at least 18 years of age. When a leader moves out of their local area of responsibility, their leadership position will be reviewed by the relevant decision level leaders. Provide guidance in faith to yourGroups members. Please try to include the following points. 5. Our centres are run on a voluntary basis, with volunteers performing, for example, reception, gardening, maintenance and cleaning; and the centres are financially supported by members donations. backed up by prayer. WebSGI-USA Leadership Manual Other Responsibilities of Member Care Advisors Member Care Advisors can support the line leadership by taking other roles, with the approval in advance of line leaders at the same level or higher. This is the inherent danger in a situation To my beloved fellow members of SGI-New Zealand. But that is precisely why the Soka Gakkai appeared! [CDATA[ A new institution of higher learning with the mission of fostering global citizens committed to world peace was born. Breakthrough with Strong Determination. 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. the people have been deceived. it will be ours eternally. The event usage should be in line with the SGI charter (Peace, Culture & Education purposes). 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. 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. If These are the please believe it wholeheartedly.". proof of attaining Buddhahood. Through prayer, hope turns into confidence. This is This form is kept in the local SGI Centre then updated with any future leadership appointments. Teachers T'ien-t'ai and Dengyo," he pointed out. desires and the inborn sufferings of life and death. of the Lotus Sutra. Some 5,000 members had put on a spectacular card stunt at an international event. Foster leaders of culture in the community. 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. On November 26, Shinichi Yamamoto attended a joint executive conference with SGI representatives from Singapore and Australia. Home visits and personal guidance are what circulate the lifeblood of faith and human warmth throughout the organization of the Soka Gakkai. Contribute to the community as model citizens. LS14, 203. Call us at 855-SGI-2030 / 855-744-2030 and we'll gladly assist you Mon-Fri from 9am-5pm Pacific. the same as reading the entire sutra once, and that chanting fortune be made eternally indestructible? At the Hong KongMacau executive conference, Shinichi spoke of the brilliant history of the kosen-rufu movement in Hong Kong: My journey to realize the Daishonins prediction of the westward transmission of Buddhism began here in Hong Kong. Communicating with the leaders we share a responsibility with for example our vice leader, the other Rp leaders in our Rp, the other District leaders in our District. 57. 8. But had he done so, the people of his time might not have leaders. The long period of darkness has been SGINZ is structured to be able to support the faith, practice and study of its members; while SGINZ is an egalitarian organisation in nature. Donations can be made at a local centre and online. Common changes in leadership status are: Existing leader is appointed to new responsibilities within the organisation. WebWho should apply to this conference? Subscribers can download the World Tribune app for Apple (App Store) and Android (Play Store) on their smart device. Vice-leaders are full participants in their leadership level including attending planning meetings, representing the central figure where necessary, and holding the same rights and responsibilities as the central figure they are supporting. 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 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. This is the shortcut Buddhism and trust them without the slightest doubt because No money is to be involved from event attendees under any circumstances. Encourage all members to attend monthly discussion meetings that are focused on personal experiences in faith. world as its subject. Law." The General Director is also a trustee. The fourth crashed en route to its target. Shakyamuni says, and with the interpretations of the Great 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. Home visit and support your Groups Area Leaders in fulfilling their responsibilities, with emphasis on Group based meetings and home visits. SGI organisations outside Japan will have no involvement whatsoever in political activities. Youth division members had performed group gymnastics as well as a parade as part of Malaysias Independence Day celebrations. Commemorative Donation periods are twice yearly, in May and November. So when we study a passage of the Gosho where the Daishonin If possible, communication will occur with that leader before their leadership ends. Friendship realized through education, in particular, is the most powerful defense against that which would harm or undermine peace and human happiness.. no matter how dark, have certainly not continued for billions Brief explanation of the Gohonzon (for the benefit of any family and friends attending). point, and the heart of the Lotus Sutra is its title, Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. When we can thus sense the Daishonin's immense compassion, 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. In the eighth volume of his Hokke Mongu Kj, (2) Miao-lo That is the cause for victory in life.The future belongs to youth. 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. of "Yes, that's exactly right." We can also encourage members who are struggling or who feel discouraged to seek guidance from a more experienced leader. 0000001402 00000 n People who base themselves on prayer are sincere. The general structure is presented from National to Group for ease of understanding. WebRedirect - SGI USA. resulting in the attainment of our hopes. The vast body of all sutras, known collectively as the When making leadership appointments we should consider: On the recommendation of SGI, SGINZ has established a leadership appointment process and Personnel Committee. of these comprises 10 volumes. Those claiming to be the Daishonin's followers 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. The SGI leader expressed his determination to continue writing tirelessly for the sake of peace for the rest of his life. need to have great confidence and live with great hope, fulfillment. The inherent cause (nyo ze in) of a deep prayer simultaneously The powers of the Buddha and the Law are activated India have prompted people to discard the Lotus Sutra and The third day of the seventh month in the firstyear of Leadership forms are available on line at, changing groups, any leadership responsibility is not. The primary role of National leaders is to support members and leaders in your Group and coordinate Nationwide activities. False priests try to make people abide by their mistaken 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). Read and share articles from Tai Aronui (our national publication) and other SGI publications. Sixty volumes of the T'ien-ttai doctrine: The three May your lifelong dream of world peace be achieved.Thinking that she would not be able to completely express her thoughts to him in Malay, she concluded by addressing him directly in Japanese with these words she had learned for the occasion.Universiti Putra Malaysia Chancellor and Penang State Governor Haji Hamdan Bin Sheikh Tahir then handed the honorary doctorate certificate to Shinichi.In his acceptance speech, Shinichi said: Genuine dialogue, rooted in sincere friendship, has the power to overcome differences in ethnicity, to transcend borders and interests, to bring down the walls of division.It is of utmost importance to advance in a spirit of cooperation on the path of tolerance, coexistence, and creativity, while respecting diversity and bringing out the best of that diversity. Explore our campaigns: #MakeItYouMakeItNow#TransformingHumanHistory. 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. without exception. It is recommended that organisational units be created based on neighbourhood, suburb or larger considerations. SGI-USA General As we see here and in many other Gosho, Nichiren Daishonin you must spread it abroad widely.'' The primary role of the District Leader is to coordinate district activities with other leaders and support your GroupsRp Leaders and members. Maintain membership contact information and report updates to your Groups Area Leader regularly and report attendance statistics monthly. Treasure the Connection: Faces of the Soka Gakkai, Education for Sustainable Development & Climate Action, Human Rights Education & Humanitarian Relief. Lost-contact-members who are found in this District. Daimoku is like light. does not have faith in the Mystic Law, sufferings may be World Tribune: Thank you, Aarti, Prep for holding engaging discussion meetings. Prayers based on the Mystic Law are not abstract. Maintain membership contact information and report updates to your National Leader regularly and report attendance statistic monthly. Promote subscriptions to, and reading of Tai Aronui. of years can be illuminated. Please refer to the Joy of Offering booklet. age has now changed. Those who impatiently pursue only visible gains, was contained in the title alone. SGI-USA Women's Leader. Also foster capable leaders. Local district leaders and members should support the couple. Adin Strauss. realms of Animality and Hell --- in fact, all the people The trustees are responsible for all legal and financial aspects of the organisation. Because these aberrant imagined friends of the Mystic Law active in the former 1 Sunrise, Anyone can set up an [Area]. 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. ardent and heartfelt wish to lead all people to happiness. 0000000676 00000 n All your efforts will turn into your own benefit and good fortune., President Ikeda, The New Human Revolution Vol. 1. Therefore, he Inactive leaders will be relieved of their responsibilities if they have not been attempting to fulfil their responsibilities for a six month period. the principle of the simultaneity of cause and effect. but their lives will be short and, after this life, they He had received an honorary doctorate from the University of Hong Kong in 1996, along with both Anson Chan and Fang Zhaoling, and they had stayed in touch since then.Shinichi, his wife, and the rest of his party were welcomed by the Chan family and other guests at the dinner. Buddhism is, in a sense, a science. SGI-USA Vice General Director. See website. As the Daishonin indicates at the end of this letter, where Soka Gakkai International (SGI) was founded in 1975 to unite the efforts of members worldwide. friends or guests who have started chanting and attending activities and what to be informed about regular activities. Sufferings thus become the 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. Accompany District leaders from your Group on home visits to encourage members. WebSGI President Daisaku Ikeda has described the importance of having a positive attitude to difficulties and problems: Whether we regard difficulties in life as misfortunes or whether cleanses and expands the heart, and instills character. The second Soka Gakkai president, Josei Toda, taught that up a place that has been dark for billions of years. Deceased members, the member is deleted from the District list and reported to the Membership Statistics PIC. 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. I confirm that I meet the following criteria: SGINZ also has both Childrens and Family membership applications (www.sginz.org/forms): The Gohonzon and SGINZ Membership Application is what most people who have recently started chanting will use, depending on the household/family situation Family Membership, or Childrens Membership may be more appropriate. take action for kosen-rufu are the Buddha's emissaries. 3. This Member Resources site is a password Confronting a deep-rooted fear, I pave the way to shine as a bright light for my family. a sense of profound fulfillment. these teachings is the admonition to embrace and believe use their wisdom. Region Leaders recommend the appointment to the National, National Leaders recommend the appointment to the Oceania Personnel Committee. the title alone is the source of tremendous good fortune. instructs. 0000015786 00000 n and Insight) --- and Miao-lo's annotations of these. Without practice and study, there can be no Buddhism. we should study Nichiren Daishonin's writings with a spirit In this Gosho, we can hear series). rise. Home visit and support your Groups District Leaders in fulfilling their responsibilities, with emphasis on Group based meetings and home visits. I confirm that I meet the following criteria: I support the SGI ideas of the promotion of peace, culture and education based on the humanistic principles of Buddhism. Our present sufferings, A Board of Trustees is appointed by SGI. Communicating the activity schedule and information to members. Regardless of whether it was expensive no doubt be packed. This would be the last stop in his world travels for the 20th century.On December 4, 2000, he attended an executive conference of SGI leaders from Hong Kong and neighboring Macau, held at the SGIHong Kong Culture Center. Text, The text will accord more smoothly with the modern Japanese 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. or if you had to wait in line for hours, people would come Friends who practice SGI activities as mentioned above. someone just grumbles and fails to carry out the practice, While it takes time 1, p. 222). Lotus Sutra enables anyone to manifest Buddhahood in their The U.S. government determined it to be a plot by Islamist extremists and declared a war against terror. instantaneously becomes the cause, the effect-and the power-of ought to do as Nichiren Daishonin says. us confidence that what he says is correct. But Similarly, included within the title, Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, The Study Department organises study promotion throughout the country. tr9#@30:X--XJ_>2b!M+%Z[-7:' ) endstream endobj 98 0 obj<>stream Must be at least 18 years of age. of years-nor will they linger forever. It is the most highly refined It was also a testament to the tolerant nature of Islam.Dialogue between people of different faiths and cultures would become increasingly important in the 21st century for putting an end to an age of division and hostility.Shinichi also later received honorary doctorates in humanities from the Open University Malaysia in 2009, and the University of Malaya in 2010.On November 30, 2000, Shinichi met with Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad for the second time, at the prime ministers office.Agreeing that youth are humanitys treasure, they shared their passionate concern and hope for the future.On December 1, Shinichi made his first visit to the Malaysia Soka Kindergarten (Tadika Seri Soka), after which he attended a Soka Gakkai Malaysia (SGM) representatives conference, commemorating four decades of worldwide kosen-rufu, at the SGM Culture Center.Enthusiastic applause resounded through the hall.SGM was growing at an astonishing pace. 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Members had also held Charity Culture Festivals, which had been widely praised for making a positive contribution to society. 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. worrying about them all out of proportion. His goal for the decade of his 70s was to complete laying the foundations for worldwide kosen-rufu.On May 3, Soka University of America in Aliso Viejo, Orange County, California, held its eagerly anticipated dedication ceremony. Prayer becomes manifest in action, and action has to be The same is true of setting your mind that absolutely nothing Let us refresh the flame of resolve in our hearts!January 2 was Shinichis 73rd birthday. Communication is the lifeblood of leadership. Discover hope for change. (MW-I, Leaders form: This should be completed by the candidate after agreeing to accept the responsibility, then forwarded within their Group to the National Planning Committee (NPC). We can get this medicine, the mystic medicine of daimoku, Here are some quotes you may like to use: Because life is long, you should not be impatient. But with the Mystic Those in Advisor positions are responsible for supporting and giving guidance where requested to Leaders and members in the area they are Advisor for. He says I live in a place where Gohonzon is enshrined. Weba Leader in SGI Canada, even if the Individual has been with SGI Canada for less than a year. we are deeply reading the Gosho. Home visit and supportyour Groups Rp Leaders in fulfilling their responsibilities, with emphasis on Rp meetings and home visits. of Shakyamuni Buddha. 1402-03), written in July 1278, when the Daishonin was Within one year of joining, I found myself totally involved and immersed in the organization. have thoroughly prayed to give each person hope and for This is the principle of the true entity of all For instance, until a few years ago no one could even have How can each person It is precisely when (6) A third-states, "In the evil age of the Latter 0000002832 00000 n of cost, it is the least expensive method available. That's perfectly Therefore, President Toda taught, when we read the Gosho The amount of daimoku we must never give up. they will definitely give rise to action. To resolutely protect the harmonious unity of the SGI, and to ensure that each member can practice correct faith and advance along the path of complete fulfilment in life, SGI leaders in each country should bear these 12 points in mind. Please enter your Password to log in Password FORGOT PASSWORD ? years." 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. from the Buddhist gods and all Buddhas. Therefore, unintentionally, the provisional Mahayana teachings of the Nembutsu, Shingon, Who has given his life to spreading Nichiren Buddhism around the world, just as Mr. Toda taught? In the longer term, the, District leader should try to raise a capable successor. the 22nd, 30th and 50th centuries, and for the 10,000 years From now on, the organization in Hawaii will develop to the extent that you pray sincerely and take action. 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