The November 2020 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: Eitaikyo (Sangha Memorial) Service Dharma Message from Rev. Shingo Furusawa Social Concerns Fund Drive for 2020-2021 (letter preview) President’s Message BWA News and Events Ministers’ Appreciation Day Hawaii Betsuin Is […]
The October 2020 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: Dana in Our Temple and Our Community COVID-19 Update from Stacy Bradshaw Dharma Message from Rev. Sol Kalu President’s Message: Staying Connected BWA News and Events Virtual Betsuin Dharma School […]
It’s September! That means you may once again make donations to Hawaii Betsuin through Give Aloha, Foodland’s Annual Community Matching Gifts Program. Our five digit registration code is 7 8 5 0 0 . When gifts are made using you Maikai Card, Foodland and the Western Union Foundation will match a portion of donations designated to […]
Please place orders no later than August 20. Mahalo! July 1, 2020 Dear Hawaii Betsuin Ohana and Friends, We hope that this letter finds you safe and healthy in your homes. As we continue to remain vigilant to prevent the spread of COVID-19, know that you are not alone in your efforts, and together, we […]
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’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 […]
The May 2019 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: Gotan-e with Rev. Kerry Kiyohara Dharma message from Rev. Furusawa New class with Rev. Hasebe: “Buddhism In Everyday Life — Tannisho” President’s message: “i am a link” BWA news and […]
The September 2018 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: Higan article and message Introducing Rev. Shingo Furusawa Betsuin BWA News and Events Family Promise Interfaith Peace Day Celebration BWA excursion report Project Dana Dancers Dharma School News Inserts: Centennial […]