International Leadership Conference 2016 - Japan - Youth Session

D istinguished Distinguished guests and speakers Dr. will be inclined to seek harmony and peace in all our Pema Gyalpo, Mr. Humayun Mughal, members of interactions, and we will develop a heart of unconditional parliament, city council members, panelists, and love toward others, like a parent who loves their sons and ladies and gentlemen. daughters. It is my great honor to be here with you today to open this A second point that Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon emphasized had to do special session of the International Leadership Conference with the importance for young people to cultivate a heart of filial entitled “Japan’s choice in a turbulent world” and “the piety. Once again, the key to developing filial piety derives from potential for the revitalization of Japan and the role of our connecting to and deeply understanding the parents’ young people.” viewpoint, in addition to our own perspective. I would like to begin by thanking all the event organizers, The following is a quote from Dr. Sun Myung Moon that staff, and sponsors here in Japan for their remarkable and reinforces this point: tireless effort to make this ILC conference possible. “I became a completely different person when I began to love In a recent address given by Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon, the co- God. I loved humanity more than myself and was more founder of UPF, to over 1,500 youth and young concerned with the problems of others than the problems of my professionals, she underscored several key themes that I family. I loved everything that God created. I deeply loved the would like to share with you today. trees on the hills and the fish in the waters. My spiritual senses First of all, she reminded us that, despite our differences of developed so I could discern God’s handiwork in all things of nationality, race, or religion, we all have a “common creation. As I was changing my heart to conform to God’s love, I creator”, which we can consider as “parent” to all of us. also strengthened my body so that I could fulfill my mission.” – True Father ‘As A Peace Loving Global Citizen If we would interact with each other and all people throughout the world, with the same heart that such a Unfortunately, humanity is very disconnected from our creator. loving parent would feel toward all of humanity, then this We do not fully understand our heavenly true “parent.” It is this will naturally change and broaden our outlook and disconnection from our root, our source, Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon perspective on life. teaches us, that has given rise to the many walls and boundaries that have been created by humanity. By adopting this attitude and heart of our Heavenly Parent, we will become more compassionate and forgiving; we 1

Therefore, she has encouraged young people around the world to It each one of you are dedicated to living your lives this way, strive to not only excel professionally and be successful, but also there is nothing you cannot accomplish. to have the purpose and goal of breaking down these barriers in UPF International and UPF Japan has been working diligently all fields of endeavor. She encourages the youth to pursue their and in the forefront over the past ten years to break down barriers careers with the heart of a parent, centered on true love, always and create unity through interfaith peace building programs, striving to overcome disunity or conflict. strengthening families, and especially by supporting international Again, the following is a quote from Dr. Sun Myung Moon about and intercultural marriages, and service. the importance of having a purpose in our lives. This process of building bridges of harmony, cooperation, and “There is, however, something more important than studying to interconnectedness, is yielding abundant benefits for Japan and prepare for the future. Before unconditionally focusing entirely on other nations and will become the key component in the studies, young people must realize what they want to do in life. revitalization of Japan and the rest of the world. They must make a determination to use their talents to help the Thank you very much for your continued support and world rather than just serve themselves. Many young people engagement with UPF International and UPF Japan. I sincerely today seem to be studying just for its own sake. Unless you have wish you many great blessings and abundant joy and I wish a purpose in life, your studies will lack the passion needed for success for all of you and your families. happiness.” –True Father ‘As A Peace Loving Global Citizen’