Obon memorial lantern dedications now available

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Bon memorial lanterns along hondo interior

Obon memorial lanterns allow you to memorialize your departed loved ones with lanterns displayed in the hondo during Bon season. Ribbons with loved ones’ names are attached to the lanterns, which are available in three sizes. Donations made when ordering lanterns are an important source of income for the temple. We invite you to participate! […]

Fundraiser: Order Nabeya Maido MicrowavaBowls — deadline extended to May 6!

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closeup of Nabeya noodle bowl contents

We are pleased to offer the opportunity to purchase MicrowavaBowls™ by Nabeya Maido as a fundraiser for Hawaii Betsuin. Funds raised will support Hawaii Betsuin’s sponsorship of the Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii’s Triple Celebration. An online purchase option is available using buttons below. Or, fill out and mail or drop off a printable order […]

Eshinni/Kakushinni Day Service and BWA Collection for Youth Groups

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images of Eshinni and Kakushinni

How to Donate You may donate online using your debit card, credit card or PayPal account. If you prefer to use a check, please make check payable to HHHB BWA with “Youth Programs” in the memo and send to: HHHB – BWA 1727 Pali Highway Honolulu, HI 96813 If you are viewing this page on […]

Betsuin BWA Needs Your Donations for Rummage Sale!

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social hall filled with rummage sale and shoppers

This article originally appeared in the February 2024 Goji newsletter. The Betsuin BWA sends a heartfelt mahalo to all our members and friends who have, in past years, generously donated countless items for the Rummage Sale of Hawaii Betsuin’s Taste of Hongwanji Spring Bazaar. Although our desire to assist the Betsuin with its fundraising is […]

Hongwanji Boy Scouts now taking orders for Kadomatsu (through December 6)

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kadomatsu clipart on a blue background

Hawaii Betsuin’s Honpa Hongwanji Boy Scout Troop 49 is taking orders for kadomatsu both online and via paper forms through November 30December 6, 2023. Pickup will be Sunday, December 17, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Annex Temple’s Social Hall. Let’s support our scouts who are always there when the temple calls! […]

November 2023 Goji newsletter now available online

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"Goji" and sagarifuji on a background of pastel purple and blue

The November 2023 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: “Bowing In Gratitude,” A Message from the Lahaina Hongwanji Sangha Dharma Message: “Am I Right?” Temple Cleanup is Sunday, November 19 Legacy Gift from Estate of Hazel and Akira Wada […]

Hawaii Betsuin to be closed Monday & Tuesday, September 11 & 12

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Hawaii Betsuin, including the Columbarium, will be closed on September 11 and 12, 2023. The closure is a precaution following two identified cases of COVID among ministers and staff on the temple side of Pali Highway, and one more with symptoms. Arrangements are being made in the event ministerial services required in an urgent situation. […]

Give Aloha 2023! Give at Foodland and Sack N Save through the end of September

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Foodland, Sack N Save signs

September is Give Aloha Month! During September, you can make a donation to Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin at any Foodland or Sack N Save checkout. In turn, Foodland and the Western Union Foundation will make a donation to the temple too! How to Donate at a Store Shop at Foodland or Sack N Save. Show […]

HHMH launches Maui Wildfire Disaster Relief Fund

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stupas and dome of Lahaina Hongwanji in muted colors

HHMH launches Maui Wildfire Disaster Relief Fund In the spirit of compassionate action, Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii has established the Maui Wildfire Disaster Relief Fund. All donations to this fund will go to support Lahaina Hongwanji and relief efforts on Maui, including addressing the immediate and short-term needs of temple families displaced by the […]