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News from Mission Headquarters: March 2016 HQ Update

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Shinran Shonin statue and palms

The March 2016 Headquarters Update from the Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii is now available. Content highlights: Gomonshu’s Message on the Commemoration on the Accession of the Jodo Shinshu Tradition Hongwanji Sokyoku Administration Changes Social Concerns Donation to Family Promise Rev. Dr. Alfred Bloom Honored by the Institute for Buddhist Studies

News from Mission Headquarters: January 2016 HQ Update

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Shinran Shonin statue and palms

The January 2016 Headquarters Update from the Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii is now available. Content highlights: New Year’s messages from the Monshu, Bishop, and HHMH President (also appeared in the Betsuin’s January newsletter) The Accession Ceremony (Dento Hokoku Hoyo) Legislative Assembly Aloha Luncheon and Living Treasures of Hawai’i™ Recognition 12 Million Pounds of Food Distributed […]

Betsuin to host suicide prevention presentation on Monday, November 23

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Suicide prevention is everybody's business

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 […]

6th Annual Peace Walk is Sunday, August 9

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collage: ministers with lanterns, cranes, peace bell

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 […]

Request for compassionate aid to Nepal

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Hongwanji Nepal and quake damage

Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii leaders have established an “Aloha for Nepal Fund” and are urging temple members and friends to make donations either through their local temples or online on the Mission website. You may Donate Online now or read on for more information. Two letters dated May 1, 2015, were sent out for […]