new year`s greeting - Moiliili Hongwanji Mission

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“NEW YEAR’S GREETING”
“Immeasurable Light and Life.”
At the beginning of the year, I would like to
send you my greetings from Hongwanji, Kyoto.
May we all live our lives cherishing everyday and
reflect that all lives, including my own, are
illuminated and embraced by the light and
compassion of Amida Tathagata.
The restoration of the Hongwanji Founder’s Hall
will soon be completed. In the midst of the cold in
January 1999, following the completion of Rennyo
Shonin’s 500th Memorial Services, the groundbreaking ceremony was conducted. In June of the
same year, the image of Shinran Shonin was moved
from the Founder’s Hall to the Hall of Amida
Buddha. For the ten years since that time, the
restoration work has been carried out without any
serious problems thanks to your generous donations,
public subsidy, and the efforts of many professionals.
Historians describe Shinran Shonin as having
lived in temporary lodgings throughout his life
because he had never built a temple. They may be
correct. The Hongwanji’s Founder’s Hall was not
built because of a request made by Shinran Shonin.
Rather, the structure was erected by the many people
who highly regard him. I have no doubt that they
made great efforts to express their respect and
adoration for him. Constructed in an era when there
was no electricity, they used their ingenuity to make
the best use of natural light and sound. The main
entrance to the hall is on the east side because the
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Pure Land is believed to be in the west and it is a
custom for members to hold Buddhist services facing
west. However, it is really impressive to have the
sunlight shining into the Hall during the morning
service at Hongwanji. Moreover, a treasure of
Hongwanji is seeing and hearing Jodo Shinshu
Buddhists from throughout the country who have
gathered in the Founder’s Hall, chanting Shoshinge
with all their heart.
In the Founder’s Hall, I can feel the joy and
sadness of those who have paid homage there for 370
years. You can visit the hall with your friends and
family on an occasion of a Buddhist service, or you
can visit alone and quietly engage in a dialogue with
Master Shinran. Either way is appropriate when
visiting Hongwanji.
It may not be easy for overseas district members
to visit the Hongwanji in Kyoto, but I hope that you
will be able to come to Honzan when you have a
chance to visit Japan. Also, I sincerely hope that you
would have Shinran Shonin and Hongwanji in your
mind while you chant Shoshinge in front of the
Buddhist altar in your home or in front of the image
of Amida Buddha at your local temple.
January 1, 2009
OHTANI KOSHIN
Monshu
Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-ha
JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2009
2009 will be a milestone year for the Honpa
Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii because we will be
observing Shinran Shonin’s 750th Memorial
Commemoration and Hawaii Kyodan’s 120th
Anniversary. The process began on January 9, 2005,
when His Eminence Monshu Koshin Ohtani issued
the message on the 750th memorial for Shinran
Shonin. On February 3, 2006, Governor General
Kosho Fujikawa came to Hawaii and presented
Monshu Koshin Ohtani’s message. The Double
Commemoration Committee began planning for this
event and the 96th Legislative Assembly approved
Shinran Shonin’s 750th Memorial Commemoration
and
Hawaii
Kyodan’s
120th
Anniversary
Commemoration Projects in February 2008.
The committees have scheduled many events
and the information has been distributed to your
temple and leaders. These events were planned for
your benefit. I encourage all of you to participate in
the event(s) scheduled for your district. For our
neighbor island sangha, if you were planning a trip to
Honolulu, consider making it in September to
coincide with some of the events.
As we reflect on the western influence on a 120
year old organization let us be grateful for the
teachings of Shinran Shonin and take this
opportunity to renew our commitment in the
international movement of Jodo Shinshu.
2009 will actually be a triple celebration for us
because it also marks the 50th Anniversary of
statehood. It will be a very busy year and we
humbly ask for your continued support, cooperation
and participation. Amidst all of this activity,
however, let us remember the profound teachings of
Shinran Shonin which binds the Sangha as one and
put it into practice in our daily lives.
In Gassho,
Alton H Miyamoto, President
Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii
HAPPY NEW YEAR
At the dawn of the year 2009, may I extend to
you my sincere wishes for the renewed joy and
aspiration for the New Year.
What does the year 2009 means to us? Each and
everyone of you may have your own definition and
aspiration for the new year. This is how I feel. As
Hongwanji member, the year 2009 is not simply the
120th anniversary year of our Kyodan. It is not just
the year that we have set aside to commemorate the
750th memorial year for Shinran Shonin. I look at the
year 2009 to be the year of renewed commitment to
Jodo Shinshu, and setting the direction for the future
of our Kyodan.
By observing the double commemoration, we
have opportunities to reflect on our Nembutsu
teaching in our daily life, and to think of the future of
our beloved Hongwanji in Hawaii.
The teaching of Jodo Shinshu reminds us of who
we are as individuals illuminated and embraced by
the Buddha’s Wisdom and Compassion that
universally surround us. As travelers and seekers of
the Buddha’s way (ondogyo ondobo), we are deeply
aware of our human limitations, but at the same time,
being nurtured in the Light and Life of the
Enlightenment, we are joyfully aware that we have
the inner strength to grow to our ultimate potentiality
as human beings.
The year 2009 promises to be another exciting
year in many respects. I humbly ask you to seek your
way of life in Nembutsu, and walk the path together
in the guidance of Amida Buddha.
In Gassho,
Thomas R. Okano, Bishop
Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii
HAWAII KYODAN PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Aloha and best wishes for a happy and peaceful
New Year! As we embark on a commemorative year
that we’ve spent countless hours planning for, I wish
to take this opportunity to thank everyone for your
time and dedication toward this effort. We are truly
grateful for your heartfelt contributions towards the
Double Commemoration Campaign.
MINISTER’S NEW YEAR’S MESSAGE
As we greet the New Year 2009, let me express
my most sincere best wishes to you and your loved
ones for a joyous and meaningful New Year! I
would also like to express my heartfelt gratitude and
appreciation to the Members, Friends, and
Supporters of Moiliili Hongwanji who extended your
support and generosity to the Temple and myself
during the past year.
The White Way is the newsletter of the Moiliili Hongwanji
Mission, 902 University Ave., Honolulu, HI 96826. It is printed
seven times a year in January, March, May, June, August,
October and December.
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everyone’s support and help in making 2009 a year
to remember for all of us! Once again, Happy New
Year and may you have a joyous and safe New Year!
Namo Amida Butsu = Entrusting in the Buddha of
Immeasurable Life and Infinite Light.
In gassho,
Rev. Eric Matsumoto/Disciple of
Buddha Dharma-Pleasure
(Continued from page 2)
It is finally 2009 and what a momentous year!
Looking ahead, we have several significant events
that we will be observing as residents of the State of
Hawaii and members of the Honpa Hongwanji
Mission of Hawaii like the 50th Anniversary of
Hawaii’s Statehood in August, Shinran Shonin’s
750th Memorial and our own Hawaii Kyodan’s 120th
Anniversary with Gomonshu Koshin Ohtani and
Lady Noriko Ohtani coming to Hawaii in September,
and Project Dana’s 20th Anniversary in October, and
I am sure many of you are even thinking of traveling
to Japan in May 2011 for Shinran Shonin’s 750th
Memorial and the 14th Buddhist Women’s
Association World Convention.
It is said that a special ability of human beings is
being able to reflect. As we begin the New Year, it
would be an opportune time to reflect on our life.
The Teachings share “Hard is it to attain life as a
human being. Knowing we cannot live forever, thus
how precious the present moment. May we savor
each day.” As we contemplate the myriad events
and activities lying ahead in this New Year, let us not
forget that “Even a journey of one thousand miles
starts with a single step.” As Members, Friends and
Supporters of Moiliili Hongwanji, please do not
forget that along with your financial support, the
temple needs each and everyone’s physical
participation in carrying out its programs and
activities including your coming to Sunday Morning
Services. The significant events of 2009 are like
milestones in this year’s journey and that first step or
single step is your coming to the temple to hear/listen
to the Teachings/Dharma every Sunday. As our 8th
Spiritual Leader Rennyo Shonin said, “The wellbeing of our Jodo Shinshu consists neither of large
congregations nor grand appearances. Even as one
person awakens to Shinjin/Awakened Mind of True
Entrusting (in Amida Buddha), this is true prosperity
in the deepest sense of the word.” The blossoming of
Shinjin in more and more people results in the
prosperity of Jodo Shinshu. May I encourage you,
one and all, to please come to the temple for services
and also ask for your support of other temple
programs and activities.
I close by expressing my appreciation to Mr.
Bert Ogasawara, our Temple President, and the
Board of Directors, all organizations and its leaders,
and the Temple Staff especially Mrs. Jeanne Watari,
who after close to 2 ½ decades of dedication to the
Temple is retiring. In the New Year, may I ask for
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FROM THE TEMPLE PRESIDENT
Aloha and Best Wishes to all for a prosperous
New Year. On behalf of the Board of Directors, we
would like to extend our heartfelt thanks and
gratitude to our many supporting members who
contribute to our activities throughout the year. I
would also like to extend a special thanks to the
Office Administration, Board of Directors,
Committee Chairpersons and volunteers who have
continued to execute the daunting task of maintaining
our Temple, Sangha and Jodo Shinshu faith.
In 2009 Shinran Shonin’s 750th Memorial Service
and the Hawaii Kyodan’s 120th Anniversary promise
to be the Hoshin (Shining Star) celebration marking
the year as a historical event in the chronology of
Jodo Shinshu in Hawaii. As being noted as a once in
a lifetime experience of culture and religion, I urge
all of our members to whole heartedly participate and
not miss this auspicious event.
The economic indicators for 2009 will bring us
an increase in the needs of our Sangha and
community for resources, support and participation
for providing the greater needs in life; namely faith,
compassion and fellowship. To that effort, we have
been and are still tasked with finding and acting on
solutions to decreasing membership, participation,
finances and our own free time. Moiliili Hongwanji
has left 2008 finding many new and old discoveries
and has just begun to find new ways to communicate
them with our members. In 2009 we will begin to
implement and integrate vital processes that make us
a temple where people want to be. As never needed
before, all of our members support and participation
is vital to our temple and religion’s longevity in this
new millennium. Your continued Aloha and support
is greatly appreciated. May the infinite light and
compassion of Amida Buddha guide all of our
actions and may we all attain perfect peace. Namo
Amida Butsu.
In Gassho,
Bert Ogasawara, President
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dedication whether it be for hosha, omigaki, visiting
elders with her special treats, sewing, or organizing
the cooking for the temple’s big projects. She served
on the temple’s Board of Directors as a Director,
Secretary, Assistant Secretary, and Counselor and
served on the Fujinkai Board of Directors with terms
as President, Treasurer, Director and Advisor. She
was the first Volunteer Coordinator for Project Dana
at Moiliili, and was a recipient of the Mayor’s
Outstanding Senior Citizen Award in 1994. We were
all inspired by her example of selfless giving to the
otera and miss her immensely. Her loving family
include her brother-in-law Shigeo Sorakubo and
nephew Michael Sorakubo and his wife Wendy.
SHINRAN SHONIN MEMORIAL DAY
(HOONKO) SERVICES
The memorial service for Shinran Shonin will
be held on Sunday, January 11, 2009 as follows:
9:00 AM: Family English Service
Speaker: Rev. Yuika Hasebe
10:30 AM: Japanese Service
Speaker: Rev. Yuika Hasebe
This is the 750th Memorial observance year for
Shinran Shonin in Hawaii Kyodan, and as we begin
this special year the Proclamation Message of
Gomonshu Koshin Ohtani will be read at the
service. We hope you will all join us. Refreshment
of zenzai and somen will be served following both
services.
With Deepest Sympathy
Deepest sympathy is extended to the families of
the following who have recently passed away.
Mr. Edwin Kunio Toma, 73, on Nov. 21
Mr. Henry Yoshito Fukunaga, 71, on Nov. 22
Ms. Nancy Kiyoko Kouzuki, 90, on Nov. 28
Mr. Robert Kenso Hamada, 85, on Nov. 29
Mrs. Matsue Ito, 96, on Dec. 1
Mr. Dane “Bozo” Tsukasa Kikukawa, 56, on Dec. 3
Mrs. Ruth Tomoko Matsuzaki, 90, on Dec. 4
Mrs. Ruth Kiyoko Horimoto, 88, on Dec. 5
Mrs. Patsy Hisayo Shiigi, 98, on Dec. 12
Mr. Charles Shigeru Yamanaka, 77, on Dec. 20
Mrs. Hideko Maeda, 82, on Dec. 29
May the Onembutsu provide solace to family
members and friends during this time of sorrow.
PROJECT DANA APPRECIATION SERVICE
Project Dana at Moiliili will hold its Volunteer
Appreciation Service on Sunday, January 25 at
9:00 AM. Rev. Yoshiaki Fujitani will be the
speaker. Let us recognize new Project Dana
volunteers and express our great appreciation to all
of the volunteers.
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING, NEW
YEAR LUNCHEON & KEIROKAI
Please reserve Sunday, February 8, 2009 for
the temple’s Annual Membership Meeting and
Shinnenenkai. At our 9:00 AM Service, we will
have the annual Keirokai honoring members who
are 80 years of age or older in 2009. New Sustaining
(Gojikai) members will also be recognized.
Following the service, President Bert Ogasawara
will conduct the Annual Membership Meeting and
ALL Sustaining Members are encouraged to attend.
The Shinnenenkai will follow at Treetops
Restaurant at Paradise Park at 11:15 AM. The BWA
is in charge of the day’s events and it will be fun, so
please mark your calendars and plan to attend.
Flyers are being mailed out or you may call the
temple at 949-1659 for information and to sign up.
MEMORIAL SERVICE (NENKI) SCHEDULE
The year 2009 is the special memorial year for
those who passed away in
2008 .................... 1 year memorial
2007 .................... 3rd memorial service
2003 .................... 7th memorial service
1997 .................. 13th memorial service
1993 .................. 17th memorial service
1985 .................. 25th memorial service
1977 .................. 33rd memorial service
1960 .................. 50th memorial service
The memorial service is a special opportunity to
gather with family members in remembrance of your
loved one and to listen to the words of the Dharma.
If you would like to hold a memorial service in
honor of your loved one, please call the temple
office at 949-1659 to make arrangements.
Arrangements for a service in your home may also
be made.
INGO PRESENTED TO NANCY KOUZUKI
Nancy Kiyoko Kouzuki passed away on
November 28, 2008 at the age of 90 and was
awarded the posthumous title (INGO) JOKO-IN for
her outstanding and exemplary service to the
temple. Nancy served the temple with sincere
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WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS
A warm and hearty welcome is extended to the
following who have recently joined our temple
Sustaining (Gojikai) Membership:
Mr. & Mrs. Kenji and Nobuko Toyama
Mr. & Mrs. Craig Hirashima and Patricia Nakaji
Mrs. Joanne Kealoha
Mr. Patrick Komo
Ms. Trina Shiroma
We look forward to seeing you often at the temple
and welcome your participation in our temple
activities. We also extend our deep appreciation for
your membership pledge.
SHINRAN SHONIN VIDEO
The video Shinran Shonin, produced by Honzan
for the 750th Memorial, will be shown on Sunday,
January 18, following the service at 10:30 AM.
TALK STORY SESSION
There will be a talk story session with Rev.
Matsumoto on Sunday, February 15 at 10:30 AM
following the 9:00 AM Service. Talk story sessions
will be scheduled once a month whenever possible
following the Sunday service. Please plan to join us
and take advantage of this opportunity to ask
questions and share your thoughts on the Dharma.
CHANGE IN OFFICE STAFF
Jeanne Watari, our Administrative Assistant,
retired as of December 31 after over 24 years at
Moiliili. Anne Kawabata, who has been working
with Jeanne for over 21 years will be the new Office
Manager. Mahalo to Jeanne and Anne.
WW BROADCAST
1/10: Rev. Eric Matsumoto (Mrs. Shizue Okamura)
1/17: Rev. Tatsuo Muneto (______________)
1/24: Mr. Alton Miyamoto (Mrs. Pearl Miyasaki)
1/31: Rev. Yoshiaki Fujitani (Mrs. Shigeko
Yoshimura)
2/7: Rev. Shigeaki Fujitani (Michiko Morikubo)
2/14: Rev. Arthur Marutani (Mrs. Renee
Kaneshiro & Ms. Pamela Nakanishi)
2/21: Rev. Toshiyuki Umitani (M/M Michael
Sorakubo)
2/28: Rev. Arthur Kaufmann (Mrs. Shimeji
Kanazawa)
3/7: Mr. Ernest Morikubo (M/M Makoto
Kunimune)
3/14: Rev. Ai Hironaka (Ms. Donna Higashi)
For the year 2009 the following dates are open for
sponsorship: January 17, April 4, & June 27. If
you would like to sponsor a broadcast, please call
the temple office at 949-1659. You’re generous
kokua is most deeply appreciated. The cost of
sponsoring a broadcast is $65.
ACCOLADES FOR ROSE NAKAMURA
Rose Nakamura has received a number of
awards for her Project Dana work and her exemplary
lifestyle beginning with the first Rosalyn Carter
Caregiving Award in 1993. The latest award was
one of national prominence—the 2009 AARP The
Magazine Inspire Award. Rose traveled to
Washington D.C. to receive the award which was
presented on December 8 at the National Museum
for Women in the Arts. One of ten persons chosen
for this special national recognition, Rose was
honored for her dedication to serving the vulnerable
senior population through Project Dana.
Contributed by Shim Kanazawa
TEMPLE CLEANUP MAHALO
Thank you so much to everyone who came to
help with our annual temple cleanup on November
30. Approximately 50 members, led by Chair Susan
Morishige, worked hard to give the temple a good
cleaning. Members all pitched in to tackle the
various tasks, many of which are done just once a
year, and a delicious lunch prepared by the BWA
and a sense of satisfaction were the rewards enjoyed
by all. Thank you, members, for contributing your
time and elbow grease. Please be sure to join us
next year—the more hands, the merrier!
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SOCIAL CONCERNS DONATIONS
Mahalo to Sangha members for your generous
donations to the Honpa Hongwanji Mission of
Hawaii Social Concerns Fund. A total of $2,032
was sent to Headquarters from Moiliili members.
JANUARY MOVIE: BUCKET LIST
Friday, January 16, 7:00 PM in the annex hall.
Everyone invited.
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On October 7, the inaugural Honolulu Forever
Young Awards were presented by Mayor Mufi
Hanneman honoring seven outstanding seniors of
our community whose ”lifelong accomplishments
and continuing acts of selfless giving inspire us all.”
Awardees were selected based on the “successes of
their current careers, their contributions to our
community through mentoring, philanthropy,
volunteerism, and their healthy lifestyle.” Rose
Nakamura, Administrator of Project Dana since its
inception, was nominated by Elderly Affairs
Division, Coordinator, I & A, Lei Shimizu and
received the Special Manawale’a Award. Through
her vision, dedication and selfless giving, Rose is
living the essence of “Dana”. Congratulations, Rose!
A Special Invitation For You To
Project Dana at Moiliili Hongwanji Mission’s
20th Annual Volunteer Appreciation Service
Date: Sunday, January 25, 2009
Time: 9:00 am
Place: Moiliili Hongwanji Mission
You are cordially invited to attend the special
20th Annual Volunteer Appreciation Service to
honor ALL volunteers of Moiliili Hongwanji
Mission for their many years of dedication and
compassionate care. We take this time for
reflection and inspiration from the universal
principle of “Dana” as we extend our hearts and
hands to members and friends in the community.
We look forward to seeing our volunteers and
friends of Project Dana at this Appreciation Service.
Refreshments and fellowship will follow the
service. Please RSVP to Project Dana at 945-3736.
CONGRATULATIONS!
Project Dana received two awards recently. The
first award (Support Award) was given to The
Caring for the Caregiver Support Group by the
Hawaii’s Family Caregivers Coalition and
KHON2’s Elderhood project. Eunice Sakai has been
the outstanding leader serving as facilitator,
counselor, excursion planner, head chef and baker,
and backbone of this highly successful and
innovative support group since 2001. Here are a few
excerpts from the nomination, submitted by Elderly
Affairs Division’s Grants Manager, May Fujii Foo:
“Project Dana’s Caring for the Caregiver program
is being nominated because it exemplifies what
“caring” is about … taken the concept of nurturing
the “total person” approach in providing support to
family caregivers. It has created an environment
for caregivers to bond, build lasting friendships and
be nurtured in a comfort zone to get re-energized, to
continue to provide care and to reduce the stress
from their caregiving responsibilities.” Project
Dana is grateful for Eunice’s hard work, dedication
and knowledge in making this support group “award
winning” throughout the years. Caregivers are most
appreciative of her guidance and leadership. If you
are a caregiver or know of one who might benefit
from this support group, call Project Dana at 9453736 for more information.
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HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Project Dana was chosen as one of two
organizations highlighted in its 2008 Annual Report,
who received funding from the Hawaii Community
Foundation. The theme for this year’s report was
“Change makers”. Individuals, groups and
organizations were recognized for their efforts in
making change “to benefit every island community.”
A one-page article about Project Dana with quotes
from an interview by Rose Nakamura and photos of
Rose, the staff, and scenes around the office were
printed. Thank you to the Hawaii Community
Foundation for its support to Project Dana.
HOLIDAY GIFTS FOR THE ELDERS
In partnership with Aloha United Way, a holiday
gift drive for elders, “Caring for Kupuna,” took place
in November and December. A warm mahalo to
individuals, organizations, and businesses who
donated to make this drive a success. Thank you to
the students and staff of the Kua’ana Native
Hawaiian Students Development Services at the
University of Hawaii for their donations of paper
goods which are being distributed to many elders
served by Project Dana volunteers. We thank Ms.
Ku’umealoha Gomes, Director, and the students for
choosing Project Dana to share their good wishes
with the homebound elderly.
WITH GRATITUDE
To the Project Dana volunteers, thank you very
much for your DANA in 2008. May we ask for your
continued kokua in 2009. You have touched the lives
of over 900 elders. They are very appreciative and
value your time and compassion.
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HEADQUARTERS NEWS
NEWS
to share with others the wisdom and compassion of
Amida Tathagata. By doing so, we shall work
toward the realization of a society in which
everyone is able to live a life of spiritual
fulfillment.
KYOSHO: THE ESSENTIALS OF
JODO SHINSHU – My Path
(New Kyosho established in April, 2008. )
Name: Jodo Shinshu (The True Essence of Pure
Land Buddhist Teaching)
Founder: Shinran Shonin. Date of birth: May 21,
1173. Date of death: January 16, 1263
Name of School: Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-ha
Head Temple: Ryukoku-zan Hongwanji (Nishi
Hongwanji)
Object of Reverence: Amida Tathagata (Namo
Amida Butsu)
Scriptures:
Sutras: The Three Pure Land Sutras Delivered by
Shakyamuni Buddha
1. Bussetsu Muryoju Kyo [The Sutra of the Buddha
of Immeasurable Life]; 2. Bussetsu Kammuryoju
Kyo [The Sutra of Contemplation of the Buddha of
Immeasurable Life]; 3. Bussetsu Amida Kyo [The
Sutra on Amida Buddha]
Shinran Shonin’s writings:
1. Shoshin Nembutsuge [Hymns of True Entrusting
Heart and the Nembutsu], excerpt from the “Chapter
on Practice” of Kyogyoshinsho; 2. Jodo Wasan
[Hymns of the Pure Land]; 3. Koso Wasan [Hymns
of the Pure Land Masters]; 4. Shozomatsu Wasan
[Hymns of the Dharma-Ages]
Rennyo Shonin’s Gobunsho Letters
Teaching: Attaining the “entrusting heart”-awakening to the compassion of Amida Tathagata
(Buddha) through the working of the Primal Vow –
we shall walk the path of life reciting Amida’s
Name (Nembutsu). At the end of life, we will be
born in the Pure Land and attain Buddhahood,
returning at once to this delusional world to guide
people to awakening.
Way of Life: Guided by the teaching of Shinran
Shonin, we shall listen to the compassionate calling
of Amida Tathagata and recite the Nembutsu. While
always reflecting on ourselves, amidst our feelings
of regret and joy, we shall live expressing our
gratitude without depending on petitionary prayer
and superstition.
Purpose: The Hongwanji school is a community of
people joined together revering the teaching of
Shinran Shonin and saying the Nembutsu. We seek
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Condolence Mrs. Yoko Murakami, wife of the late Rev. Toshio
Murakami, passed away on Oct. 28. Ingo ANNYO-IN
Mr. Hiroshi Tateishi of West Kauai Hongwanji
passed away on Nov. 8. Ingo GAN-SEN-IN.
Professor William J. Bonk of Honokaa Hongwanji
passed away on Nov. 25. Ingo, JI-KYO-IN.
Ms. Nancy Kiyoko Kouzuki of Moiliili Hongwanji
passed away on Nov. 28. Ingo, JO-KO-IN.
Personnel
Rev. Sonny Abangan, Minister’s Aide of Wahiawa
Hongwanji, resigned from Hawaii Kyodan
effective Dec. 31.
Rev. David Nakamoto, Minister’s Aide of Hawaii
Kyodan, is assigned to Wahiawa as its Minister’s
Aide under the supervision of Rev. Kevin Kuniyuki
effective Jan. 1.
Rev. Shindo Nishiyama is relieved from the duty of
Oversee Minister of Kailua Hongwanji effective
Dec. 31. Rev. Nishiyama and his family moved
their residence from Kailua to Jikoen.
Rev. Ryoso Toshima, Rinban of Hawaii Betsuin, is
responsible for overseeing Kailua with associate
ministers of the Hawaii Betsuin, effective Jan. 1.
Rev. Arthur Kaufmann, Minister’s Aide of Hawaii
Kyodan, is assigned to Aiea Hongwanji as Resident
Minister effective Jan. 15
Congratulations
Rev. Kojun Hashimoto and family are now
permanent residents of the United States.
2009 Legislative Assembly
The 2009 Legislative Assembly will be held on
February 13 & 14, 2009 at the Hawaii Betsuin.
The Living Treasures Banquet will be held on
February 13 at the Sheraton Waikiki. The Rap
Session on February 12 will cover “The Business
Manger’s Position” for Hawaii Kyodan.
[Delegates from Moiliili Hongwanji are Rev.
Matsumoto, Bert Ogasawara and Susan Morishige.
Observers are Blayne Higa, Roy Masuda and
Albert Yasukochi. Attending as Hawaii Kyodan
Advisor is Rose Nakamura,]
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January 21 if you would like to attend. We hope
everyone will participate! Please read about all of
the commemoration events and projects found in the
front and back pages of the 2009 Honpa Hongwanji
Mission of Hawaii Calendar.
SHINRAN SHONIN
750TH MEMORIAL &
HAWAII KYODAN 120TH ANNIVERSARY
2009 is the year that Hongwanji members in
Hawaii will observance Shinran Shonin’s 750th
Memorial in conjunction with the 120th
Anniversary of Hawaii Kyodan. In 2011, many
overseas temples including Hawaii will participate
in the 750th Memorial observance at Honzan. This
special Memorial observance, held once every 50
years, is a truly memorable event .
The highlight of Hawaii Kyodan’s observance
of Shinran Shonin’s 750th Memorial Observance and
its 120th Anniversary Celebration will be the Ohana
Conference on Saturday, September 5, and the
Commemoration Service and Confirmation Rites on
Sunday, September 6, 2009. We are most honored
by the presence of Gomonshu Koshin and Lady
Noriko Ohtani.
The Ohana Conference will focus on the theme
“Annon—May Peace and Tranquility Prevail
Throughout the World,” beginning with an inspiring
morning service and a keynote address by the Rev.
Dr. David Matsumoto of Berkeley Buddhist
Temple. Afternoon workshops include: Special
sessions for youth and for adults by Rev. David
Matsumoto; Workshop for Peace; Buddhist Music
by B.J. Soriano; Buddhist Plants in Hawaii by Dr.
Osamu Kawabata & Rev. Jay Okamoto; Peace
Workshop “Gratitude” by Pacific Buddhist
Academy; Preschoolers Session—Arts and Crafts
“Making Peace T-shirts” & “Buddhist Holiday
Crafts”; Quiet time for Keiki. The workshops will
conclude by 3:00 PM and the Commemoration
banquet will be at 6:00 PM. The registration fee
including the banquet will be $100 for adults and
$50 for children.
GIFT BOOK OF “SHINRAN”
All Hongwanji families in Hawaii are receiving
a copy of the paperback book The Venerable Master
Shinran written by Rev. Daijo Toyohara in 2004 and
reprinted with financial assistance by Hongwanji
members Teruo Morigaki, Frederick Nonaka,
Stanley Okamoto, Rev. Bert Sumikawa, Dr. Warren
Tamamoto, Rev. Henry Tanaka, K. Taniguchi, Ltd in
memory of Koichi and Taniyo Taniguchi & Hiroshi
Tateishi. It is hoped that deeper understanding and
appreciation of Shinran Shonin and his teaching will
result from this easy-to-read illustrated biography.
[Moiliili Sustaining Members received the book with
our annual year-end mailing.]
COMMEMORATION PROJECT
As of January 5, 2009, Hawaii Kyodan has
received $1,162,240.64. Receipts and pledges total
$1,745,279.98. Mahalo for your contribution.
COMMEMORATION MONTOSHIKISHO
A beautiful commemoration Montoshikisho
with yellow plumeria blossoms on a deep purple
background is available for the
Shinran Shonin 750th Memorial
and Hawaii Kyodan 120th
Anniversary Commemoration.
The cost will be approximately
$50 depending on the yen
exchange rate & customs
expense. If you would like to
order one, please fill out the form
below and mail it to Moiliili
Hongwanji Mission with a
deposit of $25 by February 20.
The balance will be payable
when the final cost is determined.
PLEASE KOKUA: The Planning Committee would
like an estimate of the attendance for the
conference, so we ask Moiliili members and friends
to please call the temple office at 949-1659 by
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COMMEMORATION MONTOSHIKISHO ORDER FORM
I would like to order the Commemoration Montoshikisho. Enclosed is a deposit of $25 per montoshikisho.
(Please make check payable to Moiliili Hongwanji Mission and mail to 902 University Avenue, Honolulu,
Hawaii 96826 by February 20, 2009.)
Name_______________________________________________ Phone No._______________________
Number of montoshikisho _______________
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Amount of deposit $_____________________
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Buddhist Women’s Association
NEWS
HAPPY STRUMMERS NEWS
The annual Eitaikyo or Sangha Remembrance
Service on November 23 was a great opportunity and
honor for the Happy Strummers to play at the 9:00
AM and 10:30 AM services. The gatha When We See
the Golden Sun is a favorite enjoyed by
all. Hotokesama mentions father and mother, our
Sangha, being embraced by Buddha.
Several members stayed to listen to the Reverend
Shingo Furusawa of Pearl City Hongwanji. After
rendering Hotokesama at the 10:30 service, others had
a head start to go to Kyoto Osho for the annual gettogether. At Kyoto Osho we sorely missed Mr.
Matsuoka, our leader. We were happy that Reverend
Eric Matsumoto and Reverend Shingo Furusawa were
able to join us. The members had some time to look
over the list of 68 songs which Mr. Matsuoka has
diligently provided us with throughout the
years. There were 22 pieces members chose out of the
68. We will confine ourselves, for the time being, to
concentrate on them.
As Happy Strummers, we will be pleased to express
our happy feelings not only for our own pleasure but
also for different occasions at the temple and
community.
Contributed by Michiko Motooka
Sunday, November 16th Final meeting for 2008:
Hanamaru-maru! That’s a grade that means “terrific”!
About 40 of us enjoyed a wonderful lunch at nearby
Hanamaru Restaurant in Puck’s Alley after our BWAsponsored Hoonko service and installation meeting.
We all worked together to finish another fruitful year
as a BWA. The 2009 officers are a repeat of those
who served in 2008 and we thank them for their
continuing service and dedication to the group and
temple.
Sunday, November 30th Clean-up Day: We worked
with a spirit of “Hosha”, gratefulness to Amida’s
wisdom and compassion. Most of the ladies cleaned
the kitchen and parts of the Annex. Led by Sue
Sonoda and Helen Hamasu, they also prepared a
delicious lunch for all the workers. This year hardworking and scrubbing BWAers even took the time to
sort through old dishes and kitchen implements.
Banzai! Less clutter will lighten our hearts!
Welcome to New Member: A warm and hearty
welcome is extended to new member Joanne
Kealoha.
Honolulu United Officers for 2009: Moiliili’s Helen
Hamasu will serve as President of the Honolulu
United BWA for 2009. Other officers include Vice
President Lois Toyama, Secretary Mary Lou Lomaka,
Corresponding Secretary Jean Fukumoto, Treasurer
Alice Tokuda, and Auditors Amy Hirohata-Goto and
Sharyn Sekine .
Our heartfelt condolences to the family of the late
Nancy Kouzuki who passed away at 90 years of age.
She was indeed a very special woman who gave
unselfishly to our organization and temple for many
years. Also, to Karen Kikukawa who lost her
husband, Dane who was 56 years of age. Lastly, to
Betty Koseki whose sister, Ruth Matsuzaki, passed
away at 90 years of age.
Dates to remember:
Meeting: The BWA general membership meeting will
be on Sunday, February 22 at 10:30 AM.
Shinnenenkai: Don’t forget to mark your calendars
for February 8. It’s our Shinnenenkai at Treetops
Restaurant in beautiful Manoa Valley. The BWA
will be the hosts this year. Let’s welcome in the year
of the Ox all together! Moo~~~!
Contributed by Lois Ohta, President
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HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Mahalo to Shawnette Osborne and her
knowledgeable volunteers who presented us with an
educational program by the American Diabetes
Association and funded by HMSA. A powerpoint
presentation by three public health nurses followed
our Bodhi Day Service on December 14. It’s no
wonder diabetes and obesity is on the rise. The typical
serving size of a meal has tripled in calories in just a
few decades!
After the powerpoint presentation, everyone
moved to the lanai for diabetes screening, blood
pressure checks and health related information. Did
you get a pedometer? Have you put it to use? Your
goal should be 10,000 steps a day. Walking is great
exercise. “Move it or lose it!”
Thank you to those who braved the rainy weather
to attend service and participate in the health and
wellness program. Mahalo to Cyndi Osajima and
Jeanne Watari for the setup/take down and
coordinating duties.
Contributed by Helen Hamasu
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JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2009
January 2009
2009 Slogan: “Embraced by the Vow:
In Peace and Tranquility”
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Temple……..….949-1659
Pre-School….....946-4416
Project Dana…..945-3736
Thu
1
New Year’s Day
Fri
2
5
6
7
9 :00 AM - English Service
8
9:00 AM - 750th & 120th
Steering Comm. Mtg.
Mochitsuki
(Mochi Pounding)
7:00 PM - Temple Board
Meeting
11HOONKO SERVICE 12
13
14
10
9:15 AM - Preschool
Keiki Service
9:00 AM - Family Service
Speaker: Rev. Y. Hasebe
2:00 PM - Living Treasures
3
9
10
8:30 AM - Tai Chi
17
8:30 AM - Tai Chi
10:15 AM - Maunalani
Visitation
6:00 PM - Karate
7:00 PM - Preschool Mtg.
15
16
Jr. YBA Federation Mtg.
At BSC
9:00 AM - Ministers’ Mtg.
1:00 PM - BWA Executive
Board Meeting
10:30 AM - Japanese Svc
Speaker: Rev. Y. Hasebe
11/30 AM - United Jr. YBA
at Moiliili
18
8:30 AM - Tai Chi
OFFICE CLOSED
10:00 AM - New Years
Day Service
4
Sat
19
Dr. Martin Luther
King Jr. Day
20
9:30 AM - Ministerial Training at BSC
9:00 AM - English Service
10:30 AM - Movie: “Shinransama” in hondo
21
9:15 AM - Preschool
Keiki Service
6:00 PM - HAIB Mtg. Jodo
Mission
22
23
24
8:30 AM - Tai Chi
30
31
8:30 AM - Tai Chi
10:00 AM - Franciscan
Visitation
2:00 PM - 750th & 120th
Publication Meeting
5:30 PM - Budget & Financ.
Committee Mtg.
25
9:00 AM - Project Dana
Appreciation Service
Speaker: Rev. Yoshiaki
Fujitani
4:00 PM - WW Broadcast
Meeting
6:00 PM - Minister’s Family
Get-together
26
27
28
6:00 PM - Karate
29
9:15 AM - Preschool
Keiki Service
5:30 PM - Personnel Committee Meeting
9:00 AM - HUHHBWA Rep.
Meeting at MHM
6:00 PM - Karate
7:00 PM - Honolulu Dist.
Pre-Giseikai Mtg.
at Betsuin
Sun
1
Mon
2
Tue
3
9:00 AM - English Svc.
Wed
4
9:15 AM - Preschool Keiki
Service
7:00 PM - Temple Board
Meeting
6:00 PM - Karate
8
9
10
11
Thu
5
10:15 AM - Oahu Care
Visitation
Fri
6
11
6:00 PM - Karate
16
President’s Day
PARINIRVANA DAY
9:00 AM - English Service
18
9:15 AM - Preschool Keiki
Service
8:30 AM - Tai Chi
9:00 AM - Project Dana
20th Anniv. Mtg.
6:00 PM - Karate
12
6:00 PM - Karate
17
Sat
7
10:15 AM - Maunalani
Visitation
13
9:00 AM - Board of Director Meeting
1:00 PM - 750th & 120th
Steering Committee
2:30 PM - State Ministers’
Association Mtg.
6:00 PM - Rap Session
Minister Fellowship
9:00 AM - English Service
General Membership
Meeting & Shinnenkai
At Treetops
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Temple……..….949-1659
Pre-School….....946-4416
Project Dana…..945-3736
February 2009
2009 Slogan: : “Embraced by the Vow:
In Peace and Tranquility”
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14
8:30 AM - Tai Chi
97TH GISEIKAI
5:30 PM - Aloha Banquet
20
21
9:00 AM - Ministers’ Mtg.
8:30 AM - Tai Chi
9:00 AM - Project Dana
Advisory Comm. Mtg.
10:30 AM - Talk Story
6:00 PM - Buddhist Ed
Meeting
7:00 PM - Honolulu Hongwanji Council
6:00 PM - Karate
22
23
6:00 PM - Karate
24
25
9:15 AM - Preschool Keiki
Service
9:00 AM - English Service
10:30 AM - BWA Meeting
6:00 PM - Karate
26
10:00 AM - Hawaii Kai
Retirement Visit
6:00 PM - Karate
27
28
8:30 AM - Tai Chi
In Appreciation
12/31
12/31
12/31
1/1/09
TO THE TEMPLE:
11/2
11/4
11/6
11/6
11/6
11/9
11/9
11/10
11/13
11/14
11/14
11/14
11/14
11/14
11/14
11/14
11/16
11/16
11/15
11/19
11/21
11/22
11/23
11/23
11/24
11/24
11/25
11/28
12/1
12/1
12/3
12/9
12/9
12/9
12/10
12/14
12/14
12/14
12/14
12/15
12/15
12/16
12/16
12/16
12/19
12/19
12/19
12/19
12/19
12/19
12/22
12/23
12/24
12/26
12/29
12/29
12/29
12/30
12/30
12/31
12/31
12/31
1/2/09
1/2/09
1/2/09
1/2/09
Karen Kikukawa
Mr. Fujita
Robyn Akahoshi in memory of Ralph K. Akahoshi
Walter Tanaka
Robert & Jeanne Katayama
Eugene Makino
Momoye Matoba
Mr. & Mrs. Bert S. Maedo in memory of Shinji Maedo
Robert & Hatsue Kinoshita in memory of Honome Kinoshita
& Harumi Ikemoto
Ben Sugawa
Frances Nishita
Ichio & Tommie Yamamoto
Anonymous in memory of George Wasa
Anonymous
Iolani School Honorarium
Natsuko Kunimune in memory of Frank Kunimune
Ann Matsumoto
Karen Kikukawa
Miriam Ohye
James Okamura
Mr. & Mrs. Hikaru & Charlotte Mashita
Richard K. Imaino
Karen Kikukawa
Edgar & Helen Hamasu
Anonymous in memory of Shinji Maedo
Craig Kinoshita
Kay Taura
Edith Horii
Akira Koba
Richard & Thelma Ando
Saito Family
Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Mimaki in memory of Kio Imaino
Anne Chammess
Charles Ito
C. Yoshida
Eugene Makino
Satsuye Tanaka for Bodhi Day
Narusaki for Bodhi Day
Russell Tsubota for Bodhi Day
Juliet Lee
Daryl Ishii
Miyuki Shimada in remembrance of Yuki Shimada
Jane C. Tamura in memory of Eichi Nakamura
Barry Maeda
Anonymous in memory of Kiso & Sumako Sakamoto
Ellen Young in memory of my mother Kio Imaino
T. L& L. Onuma in memory of Sunao & Yoshiye Takata
Mildred Au in memory of Matsuhei Matsumoto
Mr. & Mrs. Kaneta
Dr. & Mrs. Richard Ando
Rose Nakamura
Fumie Hanamoto in memory of Hanayo Harada
Norma Nekota in memory of Yutaka & Sakuya Nikaido
Rosemary Chong in memory of Masu Tamori & Michiko
Matsueda & Emiko Tamari
Hideko Okimoto
Tayeko Kayahara in memory of Teruichi Kayahara
Toshimasa & Alice Tando in memory of Nancy Kouzuki
Anonymous
Brian & Stacy Okabayashi in memory of Edward & Florence
Okabayashi
Barbara Tong
Family of Kihachi, Suma & Nobuo Tanoue
Mr. & Mrs. Hisao Ishida
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1/6/09
Shuku Najita
Kenneth K. Fujimoto
Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth A. Okumura
Kiyoto & Joy Fujita in memory of Kaname & Michie
Sakamoto
Mr. & Mrs. Tsugio Aoyama
Perry T. Honjo
S. Futa
Edna Maeda 13th memorial year of the late Hazel Tomoko
Inase
Sheri Maeda in memory of Pauline K. Maeda & Mae N.
Kaya
TO THE NOKOTSUDO:
11/12
11/12
11/14
11/20
11/21
11/29
12/1
12/11
12/16
12/16
12/29
1/2/09
Robert Sakanashi
Anonymous
David Nekotani
June Matsumoto
Hikaru & Charlotte Mashita
Asae F. Shimokawa in memory Tamoto and Fujitani
Richard & Thelma Ando
George Miyamoto in memory of Kikue Miyamoto
Lillian F. Shiraki in memory of Iwao & Chieko Matsumoto
Jane C. Tamura in memory of Eichi Nakamura
Hideko Okimoto
Perry T. Honjo
TO BUDDHIST WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION:
11/14 Frances Nishita
12/1 Richard & Thelma Ando
12/9 Nancy Hironaka
TO DHARMA SCHOOL:
12/11 Richard & Thelma Ando
TO THE WHITE WAY:
11/24
12/10
12/29
12/31
Loretta Baker
C. Yoshida
Momoyo Miyazaki
Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth A. Okumura
TO PROJECT DANA:
Grants: Hawaii Hotel & Lodging Association, Tamura Foundation,
Vierra Fund of Hawaii community Foundation (for Big Island), May
Templeton Hopper of Hawaii Community Foundation (for Oahu)
Others: Hawaiian Electric Industries, Aloha Nursing &
Rehabilitation Center, K. & K. Akashi in memory of Miyoko
Hayashi, R. & T. Ando, Anonymous in memory of Kiso Sakamoto, G.
Arakawa, P. Arakaki, M. Brown, H. Chun, K. Foy, R. Gonzales, E. &
H. Hamasu, T. Harada, A. Hartnett, M.,Hirano, M. Fukumoto,
Hirai Family in memory of Toyoko & Yoshimichi Hirai, T. Honda, A.
Isosaki, K. Iwata, S. Kanazawa inb memory of Ruth Matsuzaki, S.
Kanazawa in memory of Elaine Sugai, M. Kanda, F. Kogachi, E.
Kohara, M. Kunimune in memory of Miyoko Hayashi, G. Kuramoto,
R. Kuriki, E. Kuyeoka, L. Lee, G. Lippincott, R. Matsumoto, R.
Masuda, V. Mimaki, M. Motooka, C. Makaida in honor of Rose
Nakamura, J. Murashige, C. Ogasawara in honor of Rose
Nakamura, E. Ogasawara, B. Okimoto, C. Osajima, A. Morihara, S.
Nakata in honor of Rose Nakamura, F. Naliiehia, M. Nip, F.
Nishita, M. Pang, C. Reis, J. Sagawa, N. Sheldon, A. Shiroma, Y.
Takishita, C. Thomas, H. Toda, A. Toshima, E. West, D. Yoza in
memory of Nora Nakamura
Care for Caregivers Support Group: V. Chock, H. Iha, M. Chun,
J. Kaya, S. Kobe, C. Phillips, E. Fujihara, J. Jackson, S. Nakata, M.
Teramoto, A. Terada.
20th Anniversary: H. Hamasu, J. Honda in memory of Shizue
Yamamoto, R. & G. Tokuoka
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On November 28, we worked at the
University of Hawaii Women’s Basketball game at
the Stan Sheriff Concession. For many of us, it was
our first time and it was quite an experience! We plan
to work again on December 29 at the Rainbow
Classic, as a fundraiser.
And finally, on December 7, we made Bodhi
Day cards for the senior citizens at the Kuakini Adult
Day Care as a community service project. We made
simple cards using imprints of Bodhi leaves and
stating a brief statement on what Bodhi Day is.
We would like to thank Rev. Eric and Mrs.
Matsumoto for getting the Bodhi leaves for us.
Submitted by: Ryne
United Jr. YBA of Honolulu
EITAIKYO DONATIONS
. Natsuko Kunimune.
. Tasuku Matsushima.
. D. Higashi, Susan Morishige, Toshimasa Tando.
. Haruko Hoashi, June Matsumoto, Rose & Gwen Nakamura.
. Richard & Thelma Ando, Wallace & Nancy Hironaka, Akiko Kie,
Nancy Kouzuki, Eugene Makino, Raymond Mimaki, Melvin & Karen
Murakami, Miles Nakamura, Edwin Ogasawara, Donald Okano, Ken
Sato, Shiramizu, S. Uyeunten, J. Watari, Grace M. Yamamoto,
Mitsue Yokota.
. M. Abe, Yoshiko Ebisu, Michie Hamao, Perry T. Honjo, Edith N.
Horii, Shimeji Kanazawa, O. Kawabata, Isao Kitagawa, E. Miyashiro,
Michiko Morikubo, Michiko Motooka, Myrtle Nakasato, David
Nekotani, Thomas & Betsy Nishioka, Bert & Cynthia Ogasawara,
Kiyoko Sato, Kiyoshi Shigefuji, Michael & Wendy Sorakubo,
Minako Suehiro, A. Takane, R. Urata, Yayoi Wasa, Milton T.
Yamasaki, Shigeko Yoshimura, Reiko Yosioka.
. Edgar & Helen Hamasu, Delma Kiyomoto, Larry Kodama, Suyeko
Koyanagi, Satsuye Tanaka.
DHARMA SCHOOL NEWS
On December 14, 2008 the Moiliili
Hongwanji Mission Dharma School had a lot of fun
participating in Bodhi Day activities. Along with
students from the Moiliili Hongwanji Preschool, the
children enjoyed a bouncy house, candle making,
bodhi leaf imprint card-making, and even some water
fun! The Dharma School would like to thank
Outreach Coordinator Alex for organizing the day’s
festivities, the Moiliili Jr. YBA for supervising the
bouncy house, Ms. Tamayo for teaching us how to
make candles from recycled materials and everyone
who brought the delicious food that we enjoyed at
the potluck.
As 2008 comes to an end, the MHM Dharma
School would like to thank everyone who has
supported our organization and hopes to continue to
receive the same compassionate support in 2009. We
are looking forward to working together as an
`ohana’ to learn about the Dharma while enjoying
the rest of the school year!
Contributed by Krystal Narusaki
Dharma School Teachers
The Dharma School teachers for the 2008-09
school year are: Class 1: Tamayo Matsumoto, Ethel
Shintaku & Donna Higashi; Class 2:
Rona
Fukumoto & Krystal Narusaki; Class 3: Lily Masuda
& Jock Narusaki; Supervisor: Krystal Narusaki
Thank you so much to our teachers who
willingly give their time to share the Dharma with
our students, to Krystal Narusaki for accepting the
responsibility of serving as Supervisor and a big
MAHALO to outgoing supervisor Donna Higashi
who has served in this capacity since 1984!
. Amy H. Amazaki, Laura Aoki, Chiyono Ebisu, Sumie Hamamoto,
Ethel Hasegawa, T. Hiranaga, Fred H. Kajioka, Yukiko Kajiwara,
Kathleen S. Komo, H. Kumagai, Hikaru Mashita, Yusei Matsui,
Yoshinobu Matsushima, I. Mikuni, James Mimuro, Elaine E.
Miyamoto, Adeline M. Morihara, Doris E. Muraoka, Shizue Nagao,
Kiyoko Nagatani, Tomie Nakahara, Misae Nakamura, Wendy H.
Nakanishi, N. K. Nakatsuka, Midori Narahara, Millie Nishida, Torao
Noguchi, Lois Ohta, Kimiko Okano, Philip Okubo, Yaeko Onuma,
Ellen Ryusaki, K. Shigemoto, S. & E. S. Shintaku, G. Sonoda, Nancy
Sueyoshi, Harumi Suzuki, Itsuko Takamura, Jane C. Tamura, Edwin
N. Tanaka, Takashi Tanaka, Richard & Mae Teramoto, Isamu
Tsukamoto, Ushio Tsukazaki, G. Uemura, Helene Uyemura, James
Wasa, Jack Watanabe, Gene K. Yokota, Bessie M. Yoshimura.
. Clark Howard, Ellen Kasai, Susumu Kato, Thelma M. Kobayashi,
Momoyo Miyazaki, Masuko Murata, Merwyn & Karen Sumida,
Baron C. Taira, Howard T. Takaki, Hazel Yonamine.
JR. YBA NEWS
On October 25, the United Jr. YBA of
Honolulu had our annual installation of officers for
the year 2008–2009 at Moiliili Hongwanji Mission.
Afterwards, we went to Gyotaku Restaurant for an
installation dinner. The following officers for the
year 2008-2009 are: President Ryne (Moiliili),
Vice-President Bianca (Jikoen), Treasurer/Secretary
Cameron (Betsuin), Councilors Nikiya (Moiliili) &
Marcie (Jikoen), Advisors Joy & Alisa, Minister
Advisor Rev. Eric Matsumoto.
On November 8, we had our annual
membership drive. This year we had a BBQ cookout
which was held on the grounds of Hongwanji
Mission School. United of Oahu & PBA were also
invited. We had a variety of activities such as
scavenger hunt, movie, basketball/volleyball,
Nintendo Wii, and more. We plan to have another
membership drive sometime in February.
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reflect, and then return to the business of living with
a renewed sense of purpose.
New Years Message
from Pieper Toyama,
Pacific Buddhist Academy
Head of School
With these thoughts, I wish all of you a
Happy New Year.
Namo Amida Butsu.
When I trained in kendo at the Hilo
Hongwanji Betsuin under Nishioka Atsuo Sensei,
we started each New Year with a special early
morning training session followed by the
Kagamibiraki ceremony in the temple. We marched
from the dojo to the temple dressed in our best gi
and hakama to join the judo and karate students for
a special service conducted by the Rimban. After
the service, all of the martial arts students retired to
the social hall for the traditional zenzai.
Pieper Toyama
PBA Head of School
The 2008-09 Annual Giving Campaign
is in full swing!
Each year on that occasion, we were
reminded to look carefully in the mirror to see
ourselves as we really are and not as we want to see
ourselves. We were reminded to take the time to
evaluate ourselves to understand how we were doing
in our lives and how we were being of service to
others. It was a time to rededicate ourselves to
living more fully, to living more compassionately.
It was a satisfying and comforting ritual with which
to begin the year for it gave us an opportunity to
take a look at the past and to live in the present with
a renewed sense of optimism for the future.
Our current Annual Giving year began on July 1,
2008 and ends on June 30, 2009. Please make your
contribution today! Call Director of Advancement
Liane Viloria at (808) 532-2649 for more
information.
Applications for the 2009-2010SY
are being accepted for grades 9-12
Call Colleen Kunishige at (808) 532-2649 for more
information or go to the PBA website to download
an application form http://
www.pacificbuddhistacademy.org/admission.html
As in my days as a kendo student, the
students and teachers of the Pacific Buddhist
Academy will gather in the temple of Hawaii
Betsuin on their first day back at school on January
5th and engage in our own ritual of renewal.
SAVE-the-DATES
Third Annual Taiko & Karaoke Festival
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Pearl City Cultural Center
Our ritual will include two parts. In the first
part we will take an honest look at our lives and the
opportunities we have taken and the opportunities
we have lost to live compassionately. We will sit in
silence and reflect upon our lives and see ourselves
as we truly are. In the second part of the ritual, we
will oshoko as a reminder that like the incense
rising, releasing its beautiful scent, and filling the
room, we must rise and release our compassionate
spirit, and fill the lives of others.
Fifth Annual Golf Tournament
in Memory of Dr. Albert H. Miyasato
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Hawaii Prince Golf Club
Format: 3-person scramble
Golf Fees: Individual Golfers-$150; Team of 3
Golfers-$450
Contact Events Coordinator Colleen Kunishige at
(808) 532-2649 or Colleen.Kunishige@pbahi.org for
information.
The start of the New Year is a most
appropriate time to pause, to catch our breaths and
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Rev. Shingo Furusawa
Dr. Alfred Bloom
BWA members at general meeting on November 16.
Wow--temple gets a good cleaning!
Mahalo!
Anne Kawabata and Jeanne Watari
American Diabetes Association presentation
coordinated by Helen Hamasu
Shinran Shonin 750TH Proclamation
Service at Hawaii Betsuin
Congratulations to Rose—National AARP award recipient
Preschoolers present a wonderful winter program!
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こうじゅむりょう
光寿無量
あたら
とし
はじ
ねんとう
きょうと
じ
年頭の辞
ち
あいさつもう
え
じ
ひ
て
ことし
新しい年の初めにあたり、京都の
ほんがんじ
あみだにょらい
本願寺よりご挨拶申しあげます。今年
わたくし
た
も、阿弥陀如来の智慧と慈悲に、照らさ
おも
ひ
び
たいせつ
す
れつつまれた私であり他のいのちであ
ごえいどう
しゅうふく
ることを思いつつ、日々を大切に過ごし
ましょう。
ほんがんじ
きこうしき
れんにょしょうにん
よく
おこな
じんりょく
こんねん
がつ
さむ
ごひゃくかいおんき
ねん
がつ
となり
つと
あみだどう
せんもん
た
じゅんちょう
こうてきほじょ
てら
しゅうふくこうじ
はこ
本願寺では、いよいよ御影堂の修復が
かんせい
とし
完成です。蓮如上人の五百回遠忌が勤
なか
まった年の翌１９９９年１月、寒さの
ぞう
中、起工式が行われ、６月には、
しゅうそしんらんしょうにん
宗祖親鸞聖人のお像を隣の阿弥陀堂に
みな
おうつしいたしました。それ以来１０
かたがた
年、皆さまのご懇念と公的補助、専門の
しんらんしょうにん
方々のご尽力で、修復工事が順調に運
びました。
れきしか
いっしょう
歴史家は、親鸞聖人がお寺をお建てに
かりず
なることなく、仮住まいのご一生であっ
い
も
とお
した
おも
つく
ひょうげん
しんらんしょうにん
しんらんしょうにん
ちが
おと
い
ひがしむ
い
くふう
み
しんらんしょうにん
しの
とな
もんしゅ
門主
ほんがんじ
おも
大谷光真
２００９年新年の挨拶
～～～～～～～～～～～～
ねんがんたん
がた
しょうしんげ
で、親鸞聖人を偲び、本願寺を思いなが
き
おどう
ごえいどう
たと言います。その通りでありましょ
ら、お正信偈を唱えてくだされば、まこ
た
ほんがんじ
う。本願寺の御影堂は親鸞聖人がお作り
とに有り難いことです。
ひとびと
うやま
ひかり
らいはい
あ
になったものではなく、親鸞聖人を慕う
しょうにん
した
人々が建てた御堂です。どうすれば、
む
おおたにこうしん
年月1 日1
2009
じょうどしんしゅうほんがんじは
浄土真宗本願寺派
じだい
くしん
聖人を敬う気持ちや慕う思いを表現で
な
きるか、苦心されたに違いありません。
でんき
おどう
電気の無い時代、光と音を活かす工夫も
さいほうじょうど
されたことでしょう。御堂が東向きなの
さ
こ
皆様、明けましておめでとうございます。
とちゅう
は、西方浄土に向いて礼拝する意味であ
あさじ
かんどうてき
こえたか
たから
しょうしんげ
とな
した。今年もまた宜しくお願い致します。
の一年の行事を無事終えさせていただきま
した。皆様のご親切とご協力によってお寺
と思います。旧年、色々とお世話になりま
新年のご挨拶とともにお礼を申し上げたい
ひかり
りましょうが、お朝事の途中で差し込ん
ひ
ほんがんじ
もんしんと
でくる日の光も感動的です。そして、
ぜんこく
すがた
ねん
まい
全国の門信徒が声高くお正信偈を唱える
ごえいどう
姿は本願寺の宝です。
とくしょく
しんらん
おも
たいわ
こじん
ほうようぎょうじ
し
いよいよ、ハワイ教団の宗祖親鸞聖人の７
かな
御影堂には、３７０年にわたってお参
よろこ
５０回大遠忌法要と関連する行事を営む年
かたがた
りされた方々の喜びや悲しみも染みこん
すわ
まい
き
となりました。さらに、ハワイ教団の
まい
かんたん
じたく
ぶっきょうかい
まい
おも
お
ほんぞん
まえ
合掌。
松本エリック・釈法楽
お年を迎えてください．
阿弥陀様におまかせして法に導かれて良い
皆様、くれぐれもお体を気をつけて、心は
ております。
致します。皆様のご参拝とご参加を期待し
かけがありますので、何卒、宜しくお願い
した。近い内に皆様に詳しいご案内と呼び
１２０周年記念法要も勤めることになりま
でいるような気がいたします。法要行事
そろ
しず
に揃ってお参りすることとともに、個人
ほんがんじ
で静かに座り、親鸞さまと対話をするこ
みなさま
とも本願寺の特色だと思います。
かいがい
ほうにち
海外の皆様には、簡単にお参りいただ
ひ
くことができませんが、訪日の折りには
ぜ
てら
へいぜい
是非お参りしていただきたく思いますと
えん
ともに、平生は、ご自宅の、あるいは、
ご縁のあるお寺や仏教会のご本尊の前
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２００９年１－２月号
白道
第４６４号

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