emphasizing the martial arts unique ability to hone both ones mind and body.

when confronted with the loyalty question.The attentive audience at the celebration was testament to all his years of neighborly relations in the community.

Supervisor Janice Hahn at right.Jennelle Cornaggia of The Tappettes explained that the average age of the group is 65 years old.The Nakamuras were the first Japanese Americans to move into their neighborhood in 1956.

Photo by Joel NakamuraYosh Nakamura (center) surrounded by The Tappettes.and his commitment to justice.

past president of the Whittier Art Association.

his many years in the education system.peoples sexual orientation could be changed.

He was changed by these encounters: he began to understand the heartache of the community.and finding support from family.

The multi-decade work of Centenarys Reconciling Task Force can finally see the long-sought Reconciling banner hung outside of the church.the atmosphere was one of joy and celebration as Centenary came to the end of a decades-long journey.