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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Interfaith Alliance Hawaii holds its Thirteenth Annual Awards Celebration and Dinner at the Hawaii Betsuin social hall on November 1, 2015. The theme is “Positive Response to the Houseless Crisis” and the event features keynote speaker Rick Blangiardi, Hawaii News Now General Manager. Among the 18 individuals and organizations to receive awards for their […]
The Hawaii Betsuin’s Project Dana program celebrates its 25th anniversary today, Oct. 18, 2015 with a special service and celebration at Hawaii Betsuin. Dana is a sanskrit word meaning “selfless giving” and Project Dana is a “Dharma in Action” program. To help commemorate the anniversary, Hawaii Betsuin’s Ruth Tokumi created this video slide show. We […]
Congratulations to UH freshsman Cori Sutton, a former Hongwanji girl scout and graduate of Hongwanji Mission School, on her four-year undergraduate tuition scholarship and early acceptance to the John A. Burns School of Medicine. Cori cites the key role of the Girl Scouts in preparing her for academic and professional success. For more information, see: […]
The September 2015 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: About the Autumn Ohigan service with Rev. Shigenori Makino The temple has a lost and found! Rimban’s column: “My Roots Are Both Hiroshima and Hawaii” Dharma Message: Rev. Yuika Hasebe […]
Once again the Hawaii Betsuin is participating in the Foodland and Sack’N Save “Give Aloha” program that runs through the end of September. By making a donation to the Hawaii Betsuin through the Give Aloha program, the Hawaii Betsuin will receive a percentage of a $350,000 fund which will be awarded once the program ends. […]
Peace starts one step at a time. Please join us for the 6th Annual Peace Walk from Hawaii Betsuin to the Nagasaki Peace Bell Memorial (1 mile) on Sunday, August 9, 2015. Brief service at 5 p.m. followed by the walk. A bus is available for those who need. Note: There will be a screening […]