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November 18th 2006 – Prince George’s Central Chapter held its general meeting today at the Washington DC Community Center. The theme of the meeting was “Action Plan for Creating a Culture of Peace”. Subtitled “Three steps can turn your life around – Faith, Practice, Study”Donovan Rouse and Johnnie Hall welcomed the members and guests and introduce the theme. Maya Carol read President Ikeda’s message.
Our own Alex Cooper read a piece about what is needed for a culture of peace.
After singing the song “Today is a new day”, which introduced the solo debut of Rosie Gordon, the Ready for Kosenrufu Players, Tom Childress, Imani Afryka, Brian Mochizuki and Rosie Gordon Mochizuki, performed “Finding Peace: The Soap Opera” sponsored by Basics of Practice.
The audience then dialoged for a few minutes about how the dysfunctional family from hell could be salvaged. One popular recommendation was to send Jimi Lyons to their house for a home visit.
A pioneer experience video starring Joe and Nobuko Wolpert, produced and directed by Jimi Lyons was well received by the audience. Ken Hodge followed with a moving tribute.
Determinations were energetically delivered by Denise Green and Brian Mochizuki.
Tom Joray gave additional kind words about Joe and Nobuko including information about Nobuko’s early practice during President Toda’s leadership. He followed with comments about the three Soka Gakkai presidents.
Ken Hodge provided closing words and encouragement.
Masaaki Ewing led evening gongyo.
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