Thank you for participating today! These wonderful discussion meetings commemorating March 16th, Kosen‐Rufu Day are being led by the youth throughout the United States. Congratulations!!
I know you are also celebrating President Ikeda’s visit on March 15, 1974 to South Zone! Just like the ceremony on March 16, 1958, on a moment’s notice, more than 300 members from throughout the southeast gathered with President Ikeda at the University of New Orleans, which he named Happiness Group!
Sensei writes in the New Human Revolution as follows: “It could be said that the city’s prosperity was built on the suffering of African Americans, who made up the rural labor force of the American South. Wishing to see this place of such sorrowful history transformed into a place brimming with happiness, Shin’ichi poured his heart and soul into speaking with everyone he met. He also named the group of members who attended the meeting that day the Happiness Group. Through this encounter, the members awakened to their mission and went on to cultivate luxuriant trees of happiness and trust in their communities and society at large.” What an unforgettable memory and prime point of South Zone, which now has a membership of 3500!
Youth Division, thank you for your efforts to lead this meeting with enthusiasm and joy! I was able to train my life and open my heart by engaging in my district. Sensei has often said that the district is the best place to polish our lives. To our precious pioneers, men and women’s division, I humbly ask that you work side‐by‐side with our youth, sharing your wisdom and passion for kosen‐rufu, and all your precious experiences with President Ikeda. With our prayers and efforts let’s create an environment where everyone can contribute joyfully toward our dream of kosen‐rufu.
President Ikeda recently stated, “My youthful disciples are growing at such a remarkable pace that their seniors are astonished and impressed. Thinking people in Japan and all over the globe are watching the vibrant activities of the youth division with keen interest. I wish to declare proudly to the world: Behold my true disciples! Behold these young people of the essential phase!” (February 20, 2009 World Tribune, Seize the Day)
I was amazed to read this great declaration by Sensei. Based on Sensei’s vision, together let’s courageously and widely expand this philosophy of hope and victory lifting the spirits of the people and bringing the era of Soka in our own community. I am praying for your unprecedented growth, lasting happiness and total success.
Your youthful friend,
Danny Nagashima
SGI‐USA General Director
March 15, 2009
Danny Nagashima
SGI‐USA General Director
March 15, 2009
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