The November 2019 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: Buddhist views on Medical Aid in Dying (part 3) Rev. Kamuro farewell message President’s Message: “A Sacred Place Worth Saving” Hawaii Betsuin board elections Nov. 17 Reflections on the 16th […]
Hawaii Betsuin will host a presentation and discussion about the Golden Rule historic peace boat and its mission on the afternoon of Saturday, November 23. The event takes place from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the temple’s Social Hall and will include speakers, a short film, and an opportunity for participants to add their […]
Vegan chef Paul Onishi will give a talk and cooking demo in the Hawaii Betsuin Lounge on October 27 following the 10 a.m. Sunday service. The presentation begins at 11:30 a.m. and is scheduled to go till 1 p.m. Paul will tell some of his journey from a self-described “food abuser” with high blood pressure […]
The October 2019 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: Issue of “Medical Aid in Dying,” Buddhist Views: (Part 2) PBA Lighting Our Way (November 15) Buddhism & Science class with Rev. Kalu President’s Message: Opportunity Knocks BWA News & […]
Everyday Buddhist, a project of Orange County Buddhist Church, is a website offering a variety of online courses in Buddhism open to all. Each course is presented as a series of videos that students may watch at their own pace. Some courses are free and others range from $10-$39, with discounts for bundling courses. Courses […]
The September 2019 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: Autumn O-Higan service and talk story with Rev. Jeffrey Soga NEW CLASS “Buddhism and Science” with Rev. Sol Kalu President’s Message BWA News and Events Issue of “Medical Aid in […]
Hawaii Betsuin’s 23rd annual golf tournament is Thursday, August 8, 2019 at the Ala Wai Golf Course in Honolulu. Join us for a day of fun, fellowship, food, and fine golfing! The tournament will begin with a 12:00 noon shotgun start. A banquet follows immediately after at the L&L Hawaiian Grill located at the golf […]
In 2018, Hawaii Betsuin introduced “Obon Memorial Ribbons” as a tangible symbol of remembering and expressing gratitude to our departed loved ones. We continue this new tradition in 2019. Like last year, you may pre-order a ribbon printed with a sagarifuji (the Jodo Shinshu wisteria crest) and your loved one’s name. Ribbons will be displayed […]
Hawaii Betsuin will hold a food drive for Kahauiki Village from Sunday, June 30 to Sunday, July 28.
** July 18 update: Class start date changed to September 5. ** ** July 7 update: Class enrollment is full. ** Artist will teach a watercolor painting class at Hawaii Betsuin on Thursday mornings this fall, beginning September 5. The class is introductory and will explore basic drawing techniques, composition, color mixing, use of different […]