CategoryExperience

Seeing myself through my mentor’s eyes, I open my life to the love I deserve.

Responding to my mentor, I inherit the essential message of my father’s life. I’m Mehul Anand from Atlanta.

Losing my hearing to cancer, I open my life to heed a new calling.

Basing my life on the mentor-disciple relationship, I transform generations of family karma.

In honoring my sister’s life, I begin, for the first time, to honor my own.

Pioneering Buddhism in Alabama, we have striven to lay a foundation of faith for our family and the future. We are Kathy and Steve Jaekle from Huntsville, Alabama.

When SGI-USA Buddhist Centers began reopening last fall, it presented the first opportunity since early 2020 for guests to receive the Gohonzon and start a new chapter of their Buddhist practice. By then, many guests throughout the country had been practicing for a year or more in a district, attending virtual meetings, chanting consistently and

A ferocious prayer for my life and my son’s brings forth new strength and joy.

Planting seeds of Buddhahood, my inner joy transforms my environment.

Seeking the mentor, I master my anger to win at my work.

Following my parents’ lead, I create value from adversity and forge the heart of a global citizen of Soka. I’m Margaret Kasahara from Aliso Viejo, California.

Healing through art, I discover my mission and bring joy to all around me.

Uniting with me in prayer, my son takes responsibility for the happiness of his family.

How the humanity of SGI members upended my worldview and remade me as a revolutionary.

Seeking my mentor, I strive to build the Buddha land as an architect for kosen-rufu. I’m Wayne Thomas from Los Angeles.

Summoning courage, I discover my passion for discussing Buddhism with young people.

Striving alongside my mentor, I confront my fear of self-expression to become a bold disciple and actor.

Making offerings for the sake of Buddhism, I open my heart to my father and to humanity.

My Buddhist practice has enabled me to transform my perceived weaknesses into my greatest strengths. I’m Matt Thompson from Denver.

In the spirit of May Contribution, I rely on my heart and win together with my family.