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- and in the editing of an English-language scholarly journal, the Japanese Journal of Religious Studies. The preparation and publication of monographs, open seminars for the general public, colloquia with visiting scholars, and regular discussions of research in progress also form part of the Institute’s ongoing academic life. The Nanzan Institute for Religion and Culture was also instrumental in initiating an exchange among Buddhist and Christian monastics from Japan and Europe, a project that has continued to this day and has come to be known as the “East-West Spiritual Exchange.” The three-story building housing the Institute includes 16 offices for researchers, several large meeting rooms, and three f loors of library space overf lowing into an extensive basement for over 30,000 books and over 400 periodicals. The institute is made up of some 30 permanent and shortterm research fellows, visiting scholars and associates, editorial and library staff, and office assistants.
The nearby Paulus Heim serves the Institute as a residence for fellows and guests.
An international seminar for advanced graduate students researching Japanese religions was held in June 2013.
Spiritual Support at the Christian Center
LOCATED AT THE HEART of the university campus, the Christian Center, with the Nanzan School Corporation principle of “human dignity” as its motto, is a place for witnessing to and promoting Christian values. It was established in 1973 by the Society of the Divine Word and given the name “Logos Center”. When the building was entrusted to Nanzan University in April 2017, the name was changed to Nanzan University Christian Center. It continues to be staffed by Divine Word Missionaries who promote the activities of the Center and are available to offer advice and direction to anyone who asks. In the quiet seclusion of its chapel, daily Mass is offered. Prayer meetings are also held regularly. Graduates frequently choose the chapel as the venue for their wedding. Members of the Christian foreign community also gather at the Center for worship and social activities. Whether for individuals or for groups, the Center is a spiritual oasis in the middle of the bustle of campus life. With a library and several classrooms, the Center offers Bible classes in several languages, as well as introductory courses to Christianity, and more direct preparatory courses for those about to receive Baptism. Several university clubs are also based at the Center: The Logos Life Community, the Passion Play Club, the Schola Cantorum Chorus, The Others and Volunteer Circles. Together with resident chaplains and secretaries, members of these clubs are involved in a wide range of activities.
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