Posts from November 2015

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2015 Futaba Lectures video now available on YouTube

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Shinran Shonin statue and palms

The October 24, 2015 presentations by Professor Duncan Ryuken Williams are now available on YouTube. You can play the video right on this page or view it at YouTube.com. Dr. Williams provided many insights on “Camp Dharma: Buddhism and the Japanese American Incarceration During World War II.” Some of the most important lessons about American […]

2015 annual giving fund drive continues through December 31

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This is an electronic version of a letter dated October 30, 2015 sent by U.S. mail. Ready to donate? Use the donation form or donate online (write “Annual Fund” in the box for special instructions). Aloha to the Betsuin Ohana, We hope that this letter finds you in good health and embraced in Amida’s compassion. […]

Eitaikyo Service (Sangha Memorial Service) is November 15, 2015

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Shinran Shonin statue and palms

From the November 2015 Goji newsletter: Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin welcomes all to our Eitaikyo Service known as the Sangha Memorial Service. The Eitaikyo services are held to pay respect and show our sincere appreciation to our members who passed away. For over 125 years, Hawaii Betsuin has provided a place for members to listen […]

November 2015 Goji newsletter available online

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The November 2015 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: Eitaikyo Service with Rev. Shingo Furusawa Rimban’s Column: Here Are the Future Ministers! Rev. Tomioka Dharma Message: My Bitter-Sweet Memory Betsuin BWA News DENTO HOKOKU HOYO: The Commemoration of the […]

Betsuin to host suicide prevention presentation on Monday, November 23

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Suicide prevention is everybody's business

The members of Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii continue their effort to address and educate the community about human issues that impact our lives. Suicide is the act of intentionally causing one’s own death. It is the 10th leading cause of death worldwide. Please join us for: SUICIDE PREVENTION: Learn the Signs “Suicide can be […]