Shinran Shonin’s Memorial Day (Hoonko) (HQ closed)

As the most important Jodo Shinshu observance, this is the date chosen to commemorate Shinran Shonin’s passing. Practicers have a chance to “hear the light” through listening to sermons, talks, ritual, and sangha fellowship at services and other observances on or near this date. photo: Shinran Shonin statue at Hawaii...

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Minister’s Lay Assistant Retreat (BSC)

Participants in the 2016 retreat Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii has a program for training committed and interested lay people in assisting ministers at their respective temples. The program is part of the path to becoming a Minister’s Lay Assistant as certified by the Bishop. One component of the program...

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Pre-Giseikai Rap Session

The evening before the annual Honpa Mission of Hawaii Legislative Assembly (or Giseikai), ministers and delegates have the opportunity to gather at the Hawaii Betsuin Social Hall for a “rap session.” This is an opportunity for facilitated sharing and discussion of one or more important issues for our Hongwanji community...

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2018 Living Treasures of Hawai’i™ Recognition Luncheon

Following the conclusion of the Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii’s annual Legislative Assembly, delegates and other guests will gather at the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Waikiki for the 2018 Living Treasures of Hawai’i™ Recognition Luncheon. The awards recognize the individuals’ personal and professional achievements and their contributions to the community. We...

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106th HHMH Legislative Assembly (Giseikai)

Jodo Shinshu ministers and lay delegates from temples throughout Hawaii will assemble February 9-10, 2018 at the Hawaii Betsuin temple for Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii’s 2018 Legislative Assembly, or Giseikai. The assembly provides an opportunity to attend services together, learn from each others’ experiences, hear from the Bishop and...

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