The Office of the Bishop has initiated a series of memos to district, temple, and affiliated organization leaders to provide guidance in making decisions about temple activities and procedures during the COVID-19 virus outbreak.
A summary of the Ring Your Bell for Peace Day event on 9/21/2020 and a link to the video of the event on Facebook.
NEWS RELEASE – for immediate release September 9, 2020 Contact: Catherine Tarleton CatherineTarleton@gmail.com, 808-339-8903 RING YOUR BELL FOR PEACE DAY HONOLULU, Hawaii – In celebration of Peace Day, Monday, September 21, the Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawai‘i invites the world to join in a mass ringing of bells — virtually...
See the August 2020 Headquarters Update for the following articles: Bishop’s Corner: “The New Normal” Ministerial Assignment: Reverend Masanari Yamagishi Communications & Resources On COVID-19 Minister’s Lay Assistant Retreat Canceled Peace Day Bell Ringing HHMH YouTube Channel Program Donation Page Link Attachment: 2020 Lay Convention Bulletin #2 Attachment: 2021 Calendar...
Five-year theme (2020-2024) : Building Healthy Sanghas 2021 Slogan: Nurturing Empathy and Respect The Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii (HHMH) Calendar Committee invites individuals and affiliates to provide photos for the 2021 Hongwanji calendar. We do welcome cell phone photos. Photos will need to be able to be clearly enlarged....
In the spirit of promoting Peace Day in Hawaii and throughout the world, Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii invites the world to join in ringing bells for Peace Day on September 21, 2020! Flyer and registration form available at hongwanjihawaii.com/peaceday2020 At 12:00 noon on Monday, September 21, Bishop Eric Matsumoto...
Have you attended a virtual Bon Dance event yet? Several Hongwanji temples in Hawaii have found ways to provide the flavor of the season despite not being able to gather in person. Now, guided and inspired by Bishop Eric Matsumoto, the statewide Hongwanji organization through the efforts of multiple committees,...
See the July 2020 Headquarters Update for the following articles: Bishop’s Corner 3,2,1, Start x 3 Video #1 “Bon Service for Hawaii” Video #2 “Bon Dance Experience” Video #3 “Jodo Shinshu Buddhism: A Celebration of Joy and Gratitude” HHMH YouTube Channel Programs Obituary Notice: Mrs. Rose Sadako Nakamura 2021 Living...
Since 1976, every year, we joyously honor the Living Treasures of Hawaii™ who demonstrate excellence in their fields and make significant contributions towards enriching our society. However, given the growing concerns around COVID-19, the Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii has made the difficult decision to forgo accepting nominations for the...
A message from the Office of the Bishop Don’t miss the premiere of “Bon Service for Hawaii 2020” presented by Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii! Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii presents “Bon Service for Hawaii 2020,” an online “virtual” service dedicated with deep gratitude and appreciation in the memory of...
An announcement by Bishop Eric Matsumoto, July 7, 2020 Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii, Office of the Bishop, is proud to announce the premiere of “Jodo Shinshu Buddhism: A Celebration of Joy and Gratitude.” The year 2019 marked the 130th Anniversary of the Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii. To commemorate...