Social Concerns
Betsuin to host suicide prevention presentation on Monday, November 23
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 annual awards dinner is Nov. 1; Family Promise among the honorees
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 […]
6th Annual Peace Walk is Sunday, August 9
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
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 […]