Sunday, February 10- Bookstore Closed February 9, 2013
Posted by sgict in : All Members , add a commentBecause most of Connecticut and southern Rhode Island is still in storm recovery mode, the SGI-USA Bookstore at the Connecticut Regional Activity Center will not open on Sunday, February 10th.
Please be very careful when traveling.
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2012 Introductory Exam Coming in October – Study Guide & Practice Questions available September 2, 2012
Posted by sgict in : All Members, Study , add a commentIn President Ikeda’s essay on the Importance of Buddhist Study, he writes: “The exams we have in the Soka Gakkai are to encourage you in your study of Buddhism. The main point is that you not only strengthen your determination to continue studying the Daishonin’s teachings throughout your life but strive to put into practice what you have learned through these exams, even if just a word or phrase. Your goal is not simply to pass a test but to become winners in faith, victors in happiness.”
In October, the SGI-USA Introductory Exam will be held for all those who have never taken the Introductory Exam. Below is some information regarding the study material and details to support preparation toward the exam.
Study Guides:
♦ English – available in booklet form in the SGI-USA Book Stores for $2.00 and online.
***Click Here for Audio Files***
♦ Spanish (PDF)
♦Japanese- Download by section:
| Part 1: | July 20, 2012 World Tribune |
| Part 2: | August 3, 2012 World Tribune |
♦ Chinese (PDF)
♦ Korean (PDF)
Material in some languages can be downloaded by section from the Study Exam page.
The August 10, 2012 World Tribune contains sample questions and answers.
Exam Dates: Exams can be held at the district, chapter or area level during the month of October . All exams should be completed by October 31st. (For any update, please contact you District or Chapter leaders.
Connecticut Regional Activity Center Closed on Saturday, April 7, 2012 April 3, 2012
Posted by sgict in : All Members , add a commentBecause of the region FNCC-in-CT meeting taking place elsewhere in Connecticut, the Connecticut Regional Activity Center will not be open. The Activity Center will re-open for normal Sunday hours on April 8th from 8:30am to 5pm. If you want more information about the FNCC-in-CT meeting, please contact your local SGI-USA District Leader.
SGI-USA Youth Festival in Boston, March 2012
February 23, 2012
Posted by sgict in : All Members, Men's Division, Women's Division, Youth Division , add a comment2012 Essentials Exam, Part 2 Study Guide
Download by section:
Download by section:
- Introduction
- Buddhist Terms
- The Teachings for Victory
- The History of Buddhism
- Soka Spirit
- Chinese Sample Questions
Download by section:
- IntroductionStudying BuddhismBuddhist TermsThe Teachings for Victory
- The History of Buddhism
- Soka Spirit
Download by section:
- Introduction
- Studying Buddhism
- Buddhist Terms
- The Teachings for Victory
- The History of Buddhism
- Soka Spirit
Thai Study Guide (limited sections available)
- Download by section:
- Buddhist Terms:
- Three Thousand Realms in a Single Moment of Life
- The History of Buddhism:
Nichiren Daishonin and the Lotus Sutra
SGI youth from CT and the East territory attend the Global Zero Summit at Yale February 21, 2012
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We are very happy to report that many SGI youth from CT and the East territory attended the Global Zero Summit, which was held at Yale University this past weekend. Global Zero is an international organization committed to reducing the nuclear stock pile in the world to Zero, which directly aligns with President Toda’s declaration for the abolition of all Nuclear weapons from this earth.
It was an extremely informative summit for all of us, with eminent speakers from politics, UN and many other socio-political organizations. This summit was also attended by students from as far as Australia and Pakistan who are really committed to this cause. This summit gave SGI youth a unique opportunity to interact with many youth who share a common goal and also to share Daisaku Ikeda’s teachings and peace proposals with many others at the conference. This marked an important step for SGI youth to realize President Toda’s vision of a nuclear free world.
SGI students who came from DC, New York, Philadelphia, Boston and also Netherlands, made a bold statement of unity and commitment to humanity, often bringing attention to the moral and humanistic aspects of nuclear proliferation. We shared Sensei’s peace proposals with many others at the conference. We are very proud to be part of such a sincere and committed group of individuals. It was an absolutely inspiring weekend, with a lot to learn and share and we hope to participate in many such events in the future.
Thank you all for your continued support of the youth division as we engage in many such dialogues and events!
Please enjoy the attached photo, there were 20 of us, all are not in the picture though!
Charu, Sae and Shun
CCG Schedule for 2012 January 18, 2012
Posted by sgict in : CCG , add a commentHappy New Year. You will be able to find this 2012 schedule by clicking on the CCG category tag on the right side.
Traveler for Peace film at the Connecticut Region Activity Center January 2, 2012
Posted by sgict in : Uncategorized , add a commentTraveler For Peace Movie in CT this weekend: Sat/Sun Jan 07-08
What is the Movie ”Traveler For Peace”?
It is a movie looking back at President Ikeda’s first trip outside of Japan in 1960. But, from a particular perspective. It combines footage of those travels with current interviews of those who participated in those events 51 years ago. It is very moving, and many who have practiced for some time will recognize those pioneers who helped them establish their own practice. Starting several years ago it has been shown at FNCC conferences. Now it will be shown in Connecticut.
Note that a special projector is used for this movie of which one is available for the entire east territory. So, this is our opportunity for the foreseeable future to have this in CT.
There will be 3 showings, all at the activity center:
Saturday, Jan 7 at 6:00 pm English version
Sunday, Jan 8 at 11:00 am English version
Sunday, Jan 8 at 1:00 pm Spanish version
Who can attend?
Everyone, plus guests
Will we do gongyo?
Yes, gongyo will be done 30 minutes before each showing.
Ikeda (center) and Soka Gakkai members before the Statue of Columbus at Coit Tower in San Francisco, California, in October 1960
Description of “Traveler for Peace” from the SGI-USA website:
“The new documentary film, ‘Traveler for Peace,’ … a history of President Ikeda’s activities in the United States, will help viewers understand the importance of President Ikeda’s philosophy and guidance as a compass for their own life and faith, and as a lighthouse for all people.
“‘Traveler for Peace’ explores President Ikeda’s first overseas trip in 1960 and examines its lasting significance through the words of disciples in America who witnessed his efforts. The work also looks at President Ikeda’s vision for the future, which he is entrusting to the youth of today, just as President Toda had entrusted it to him. More than merely a reflection on the past, the film shows how President Ikeda’s activities and guidance during his first overseas trip were the foundation for the growth of the SGI today, and the eternal model for a victorious future.”
SGI President Daisaku Ikeda’s New Year’s Message: Illuminating the World and the Future With the Great Light of Hope! December 30, 2011
Posted by sgict in : Uncategorized , add a commentSGI President Daisaku Ikeda’s New Year’s Message
Illuminating the World and the Future With the Great Light of Hope
SGI President Ikeda with exchange students from China studying at Soka University
Congratulations on the start of 2012—the Year of Developing a Youthful SGI—a year brimming with new possibilities!
Thanks to your wonderful efforts, we have entered a new age of kosen-rufu, where the SGI continues to grow as never before, with surging numbers of capable young Bodhisattvas of the Earth appearing around the globe.
Together with our fellow members in 192 countries and territories, let’s bring forth the bright sun of time without beginning in our hearts day after day, and illuminate our communities, our societies and the future with the great light of hope….
Please read the entire message here:
Men and Young Men of Connecticut Unite on September 11 October 3, 2011
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Men and Young Men of SGI Connecticut 2011
YWD Celebration in East Rock Park! July 24, 2011
Posted by sgict in : Young Women, Youth Division , add a commentReport from Sae Chonabayashi:
We had a wonderful YWD Celebration yesterday. Total of 18 YWD came, and we went to East Rock Park and had a picnic on the top of the mountain. Our daimoku worked!!!! for the weather!!!! From 10am – 12pm we had such a nice breath of air helping all of us not to get too hot! It was amazing!
After introducing each other, Caroline Reid nicely did an introduction to Buddhism, followed by a significant of YWD/ Ikeda Kayo kai by Kamayani Sharma. After that, We did a fun game together for ice breaker – Apples to Apples! We ate, chatted to each other and had a open mic led by Kayoko Tsujimoto where a few YWDs shared their struggles and determinations. At the end, each of us wrote a determination to President Ikeda and I will put them into an Album with the attached picture and send it to Sensei to report.
