“May people be blessed!” A hopeful phrase echoes through the history of the \u91d1\u5149\u6559 \u679a\u5ca1\u6559\u4f1a. This church stands as a testament to faith and peace in Osaka.
The \u91d1\u5149\u6559 \u679a\u5ca1\u6559\u4f1a is a place of worship. It embodies the teachings of Konko-kyo. Konko-kyo was founded by Konko Daijin in 1859. He received a Divine Call from Tenchi-Kane-no-Kami. This call was to preach faith.
Konko-kyo now has approximately 1000 churches worldwide. The \u91d1\u5149\u6559 \u679a\u5ca1\u6559\u4f1a was established in 1927. The late Most Rev. Toshio Miyake founded it. He hoped that people would be blessed.
Most Rev. Toshio Miyake was a promoter of peace. He was admired globally. Popes and UN Secretaries-General often invited him. He represented Japanese religious leaders. He held honorary positions in international organizations. The World Conference on Religion and Peace was one. He also organized peace forums. Leaders from around the world attended.
The International Religious Fellowship of Osaka is significant. Most Rev. Toshio Miyake founded it in 1947. It addresses world issues with local religious leaders. The organization has hosted informative meetings. Ethical concerns of organ transplants were discussed. Foreign scholars participated in symposia.
\u91d1\u5149\u6559 \u679a\u5ca1\u6559\u4f1a actively supports refugees. They aided Vietnamese boat-people after the Vietnam War. They established nurseries and schools for orphans. These were in India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. The church also donated a water-supply system to a refugee camp in Africa. This was complying with the UNHCR request.
Senko-en is the church’s garden. It spans 20000 square meters. It is filled with greenery. The Osaka prefectural government selected it as one of the “Best 100 Green Scenery”. The Tower of Pray is a symbol of peace. Osaka citizens recognize it as a landmark.
In 1999, Most Rev. Tatsuo Miyake succeeded Toshio Miyake. He took over all positions. Tatsuo Miyake had assisted Toshio Miyake. He was the Chief Minister of the church.
The \u91d1\u5149\u6559 \u679a\u5ca1\u6559\u4f1a continues its mission. It shares its vision with the world. It promotes peace. It provides assistance. It fosters understanding. It is a beacon of hope in Osaka.