Vibrant gongyo and daimoku gave the SGI-UK Student Division kick-off meeting a great start, writes Tarun Khetarpal. Sensei’s response via his message and gift of refreshments were received within a day of us informing him of the meeting, showing the concern he has for each of us. The new Student Division members were welcomed and we sang the European Student Division song, Shining Stars of Hope. New appointments were announced for Student Division representatives across the UK and the theme for the meeting, Youth, Let’s Open a Great Road to Victory, was introduced. The 42nd Headquarters Leaders Meeting was screened; Sensei did not attend, indicating the importance of his disciples taking full responsibility for Kosen-rufu from this moment on. It is now time to live true to the guidance that he has given us all his life and make his dream of achieving world-wide Kosen-rufu come true. The two experiences shared at our kickoff showed the true spirit of a disciple, the spirit of being a lion’s cub. The perseverance shown by members in their academic lives moved the hearts of one and all. A group photo was also taken to be sent to Sensei. Lisa Cowan, SGI-UK Young Women’s Division leader, lectured on The Three Kinds of Treasure. We learned that the heart of the Buddha or the mentor, is the heart that constantly seeks the happiness of self and others. We were all encouraged to report magnificent victories. The kick-off ended with a lion’s roar gongyo. Straight after the meeting, we reported to Sensei on its success.
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