The Heart of a Bodhisattva
In his battle for health, my son teaches me to advance in the face of hardship as a person of faith. I am Mariano Kimbara of Dallas.
Latest Experiences
Fighting Example
Fearing first for my son, and then for myself, I draw forth courage and conviction in the power of my life.
Redefining Greatness
Finding a mentor, I learn how to live with heart. I’m Rhonda Windham of Los Angeles.
True Friends
Gaining and losing a fortune, I discover that I’ve always had the means to build a winning life.
Treasures for Life
Shattered by divorce, I discover true joy for the first time, through faith.
So Long As We Love Dancing
In memory of my mother and my friend, I bring joy and dance to Memphis.
Something to Say
Drawing strength from my Buddhist practice, I become a pillar for my family, pursue my dreams and share my journey to inspire others. I’m Jonathan Cheng of New York.
Experiences by Topic
WT Interviews
Finding Strength Through Supporting Youth
The World Tribune sat down with Greater Montclair Chapter Women’s Leader Jenna Pacheco to learn how supporting the next generation transformed her faith, leadership and life. How did you start practicing Nichiren Buddhism? Jenna Pacheco: I grew up in a family that practices Buddhism, but when I turned 18, I determined to prove chanting didn’t
Soaring Higher for the Peace of the Land!
The Active Duty and Military Veterans/First Responders Conference will be held Nov. 7–10, 2025, at the SGI-USA Florida Nature and Culture Center (FNCC). The World Tribune sat down with three of the group’s territory leaders: Valerie Brady, of Central Territory, and Donna Hinton and Steve Johnson, of SoCal-Pacific Territory, to learn more about the group’s
Tips & Insights from the Youth Division
David ShiRohnert, California Talking religion with friends can be very tricky and daunting, due to both the stigma surrounding religion and not wanting to potentially ruin a friendship. Chanting about my mission for kosen-rufu and believing in the Buddha nature of my friends gives me the confidence I need to share Buddhism. I always try
Profiles
Spreading Happiness Throughout the South
by the South Central Zone team What is your zone motto? We are the Happiness Group! Tell us briefly about your zone’s history. South Central Zone was formed in September 2017 when we split from South Zone. Encompassing five states—Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee, Alabama and the Florida Panhandle—our zone was first part of East Territory
A Journey of Friendship and Faith
How prayer, building trust and courage helped one young woman receive the Gohonzon—and transformed my own life.
Raising Capable People in the Garden State
by the New Jersey Zone team What is your zone motto? Raising Capable People in the Garden of Soka With Ikeda Sensei! Tell us briefly about your zone’s history. New Jersey was previously part of Tri-State Zone, which included New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware. In 2010, the zone hosted the East Territory Rock the Era
Courageous Champions of Worldwide Kosen-rufu
by the Pacific Zone team Tell us briefly about your zone’s history. Pacific Zone spans a wide and uniquely ocean-based geography, linking the Hawaiian Islands with Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands across thousands of miles of the Pacific Ocean. Our zone was established on July 15, 2007, and holds a deep
Podcast: Buddhist Solutions for Life’s Problems
A family rift. Debt. Finding a career you love. Heartbreak. Tap into 3,000 years of Buddhist wisdom to find real solutions to life’s problems.