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the Los Angeles Congregational Church (est.the Union Church benefited the entire Japanese American community through its many programs.

the need for a new church building had become apparent.the renovated church was converted to become the Union Center for the Arts.Giichi Tanaka was appointed as the first pastor of the church.

it was hoped that a larger church with expanded programs could be created to better serve the community.LTHS welcomes all members of the community and supporters of Little Tokyo to the 101st anniversary celebration of Japanese Union Church and the 25th anniversary of the Union Center for the Arts.

and a building program was initiated.

LTHS is partnering with the Union Center for the Arts (East West Players.Becoming SMBC MANUBANK marks a new chapter as we further strengthen our relationship with SMBC Group.

There are no changes in bank ownership.and be a ‘Gateway to Growth for our colleagues.

The banks relationship with SMBC.Miyagawa highlighted the banks tradition of giving back to the community.