This article first appeared in the March 2023 Goji newsletter. Every spring and fall, the Jodo Shinshu Buddhist tradition observes O-higan. Ohigan in Buddhism means the other shore of enlightenment, in contrast to samsara or the world of delusion, in which we unenlightened beings are living. Over on the shore of enlightenment stands Amida Buddha, […]
Can you donate baked goods and/or plants to sell at the Hongwanji Spring Bazaar, which is Sunday, March 26 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.? Please bring baked goods to the office on Saturday, March 25 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., or drop off in the dining room by the kitchen from 4 to 6 p.m. Baked […]
Hawaii Betsuin is pleased to host a new venue opportunity for local small businesses in conjunction with the 2023 Hongwanji Spring Bazaar: a popup arts and craft sale in the Lounge! The popup will be open during the hours of bazaar — Sunday, March 26 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The popup sales are […]
The March 2023 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: Spring O-higan with Rev. Irene Nakamoto Hongwanji Spring Bazaar Returns Sunday, March 26!! Rev. Hasebe Message: “Reflecting on Higan” President’s Message by Alan Tomita Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts News […]
The February 2023 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: February 15 Observed as Nirvana Day Dharma Message: “Nembutsu Is Our Gratitude to Amida” Hongwanji Spring Bazaar is March 26! President’s Message Informal Music Night at Hawaii Betsuin: Sat. Feb. […]
The January 2023 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: New Year’s Greetings from the Gomonshu, Bishop, HHMH President, and Betsuin Ministers BWA News and Events (including the year-end gathering) Virtual State Dharma School Gathering on Feb. 19 Monthly Nursing […]
January is shaping up as Social Concerns month at Hawaii Betsuin! Here is a listing of three though-provoking events at the temple this month connected to social concerns. Thursday, January 12, 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. DIALOGUE on Settler Colonialism In odd-numbered months (January, March, etc.), Hawaii Betsuin’s Social Concerns Committee holds a DIALOGUE in […]
The December 2022 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: Betsuin Schedule of Upcoming Special Services Dharma Message: “Bodhi Day” by Rev. Kalu President’s Message from Alan Tomita New Security Cameras Installed at the Betsuin Giving Directly from Your Traditional […]
The November 2022 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: Nisei Soldiers Memorial Service – Rev. Hasebe reflection Eitaikyo service 11/6 with Rev. Jan Youth 2022 Bloom-Futaba lectures now on YouTube President’s message Affiliate news Congratulations, Rev. Charlene Kihara! Project […]
On Sunday, October 30, 2022, Hawaiʻi Betsuin welcomes renowned American/Israeli concert cellist Udi Bar-David and his violinist daughter, Erika Sato Bar-David, to our 10 a.m. English-language worship gathering. See box below for how to attend! This “Aloha Service” is designed in a nontraditional format that will appeal to both newcomers and legacy members. Elements of […]