The June 2018 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: 2018 Obon season info Dharma message by Rev. Kalu, “The Golden Rule” News from BWA, Dharma School, and Green Team President’s Report Hawaii Betsuin request/suggestion form Hawaii Betsuin Centennial Bicycle […]
The April 2018 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: A Very Special Eshin-ni and Kakushin-ni Day! Dharma Message, Rev. Joshin Kamuro “Life Toward the Pure Land” 2017 Annual Giving Campaign: Mahalo For Your Support! Betsuin BWA News and Events […]
One month to the day following the mass shooting in Parkland, Florida, the Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii’s Office of the Bishop and the Committee on Social Concerns have released a joint statement on gun violence. The statement includes some positions on policy, including support for allowing the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to […]
Throughout the month of February, the seven denominations that make up the Hawaii Buddhist Council will each offer an early evening open house for the community. The Open Night for Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii will be held at Hawaii Betsuin on February 15, 2018 beginning at 6 p.m. Have you been curious about what […]
Adapted from the October 2017 Headquarters Update, newsletter of the Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii: FIRST HONPA HONGWANJI MISSION OF HAWAII JOINT CONFERENCE We are excited to announce the First Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii Joint Conference. Here is the schedule and registration form. This was also sent to the temple ministers and presidents through email. […]
In 2018, with our hearts and minds illuminated and nurtured by the Light of Buddha’s Wisdom and Compassion, may the virtues of humility, self-reflection, mutual respect, non-violence, and equality arise… At Hawaii Betsuin’s 2018 New Year’s Day Service, Bishop Eric Matsumoto delivered a message entitled, “Interdependency and Harmony.” In the message, Bishop Matsumoto notes the […]
This article by Buddhist Study Center director, Rev. Kevin Kuniyuki, is reprinted from the December 2017 Headquarters Update, newsletter of the Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii. This year’s slogan, “Embrace Change: Harmony (Accept Differences),” is part of a set of five slogans: 2015-Embrace Change: Awareness (Seek Opportunities) 2016-Embrace Change: New Vision (Create Engagement) 2017-Embrace Change: […]
A video of the complete Queen Liliuokalani Tribute Service at Hawaii Betsuin on October 29, 2017 is now available. The service was one of a number of events around the state in connection with the 100th anniversary of the queen’s passing and was an opportunity to express gratitude for the queen and her encouragement to […]
Source: hongwanjihawaii.com YBICSE, or Young Buddhist International Cultural Study Exchange, is a Hongwanji-sponsored educational trip to Japan for young people in 9th grade through age 25. Participants visit Jodo Shinshu historical sites including the Hongwanji (mother temple) in Kyoto and experience fellowship with new friends from the U.S. mainland, Canada, South America, and Japan. The […]
The Buddhist Study Center’s Dharma Light program has announced its July-December 2016 set of classes, now open for registration. Offerings begin with the annual Summer Session, this year featuring Dr. Jeff Wilson on “Mindfulness & Buddhism in America.” Other course titles include “Buddhist Insights on Current Social Issues,” “Understanding Shin Buddhism: First Steps,” and “Pure […]