Six years ago, in the December 2015 issue of the Goji newsletter, was this headline: “Betsuin Says Aloha to Rimban: Rev. Muneto to Retire; Rev. Hagio is New Rimban.” Today, January 1, 2022, the baton passed back to Reverend Tatsuo Muneto, who accepted the Bishop’s appointment to serve as Acting Rimban (Chief Minister) through June […]
Buddhist Women’s Association members enjoyed a festive BWA Year End Event on Dec. 11, 2021 thanks to 1st V.P., Jo desMarets, who served as chair. To insure a “safe” event, Jo and her committee decided to hold two 45-minute sessions in the social hall with a limit of 25 participants per session. On Dec. 11, […]
The December 2021 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: Bodhi Day Services 12/5 (HBC via YouTube) and 12/12 (Betsuin via Zoom) both at 9:30 a.m. Dharma Message: “What Did Shakyamuni Buddha Teach Us” Dial-A-Dharma Reminder Betsuin DIALOGUE Project Meeting […]
The November 2021 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: Eitaikyo Service Nov. 7 with Rev. Tomo Hojo (Zoom) Dharma Message: “The Mind in Buddhism” by Rev. Kalu President’s Message: The Privilege and Duty to Vote BWA News and Events […]
Mahalo to all the candidates, both the current board members renewing their candidacy and to the new candidates stepping up! Our temple could not function without their commitment.
A search for a new, permanent Hawaii Betsuin Executive Director is underway! With a board-approved job description in hand, Hawaii Betsuin and executive search firm Inkinen are spreading the word about this outstanding opportunity. The Executive Director works collaboratively with the board of directors, ministers, and staff to fulfill the mission of the temple and […]
The September 2021 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: Autumn O-Higan Service 9/26 & Talk Story 9/25 — via Zoom Aloha message from our Executive Director, Stacy Bradshaw Dharma message from Rev. Kalu: “Samsara” President’s message from Dexter Mar: […]
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 […]
The August 2021 Goji, the newsletter of the Hawaii Betsuin temple, is now posted to our website in English and Japanese versions. In this issue: Amida Buddha’s View Betsuin Updates from the Executive Director Dharma Message: “Bitter memory” Dial-A-Dharma Message and Betsuin Friendship Telephone Time President’s Message: Ready! or Not? BWA News and Events We’re […]
Effective October 1, 2021, Stacy Bradshaw will be stepping down from her role as Executive Director. The Board of Directors will appoint an interim Executive Director to oversee the transition and assume management responsibilities while identifying a permanent replacement. Hawaiʻi Betsuin will work with our community networks and professional resources to find someone for the […]