This day commemorates Sakyamuni Buddha passing into complete Nirvana, leaving his earthly form behind. Jodo Shinshu followers revere Sakyamuni Buddha because he is the manifestation of Amida Buddha on this earth, so this is an opportunity to show gratitude for the noble teachings that were communicated to humanity through him....
In 1965, at the World Buddhist Women’s Convention in New York City, delegates from Buddhist Women’s Associations established an annual observance of Dana Day. The observance date was set as the 2nd Sunday in February. Dana means selfless giving. Monetary collections associated with BWA Dana Day go towards social welfare...
In Honolulu, please join the Buddhist Women’s Association and other Hongwanji participants in the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade through Waikiki. Details are available on the Hawaii Federation of Buddhist Women’s Associations website.
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...
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 2020 Living Treasures of Hawai’i™ Recognition Luncheon. The awards recognize the individuals’ personal and professional achievements and their contributions to the community. We...
Jodo Shinshu ministers and lay delegates from temples throughout Hawaii will assemble February 7-8, 2020 at the Hawaii Betsuin temple for Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii’s 2019 Legislative Assembly, or Giseikai. The assembly provides an opportunity to attend services together, learn from each others’ experiences, hear from the Bishop and...
Quarterly meeting of the Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii board of directors. 2020 meeting dates are February 6 (Thursday) and May 9, August 29, December 5 (Saturdays).
“Encountering Amida’s Vow: Reflections on my Teacher” with Rev. Richard Tennes Windward Buddhist Temple invites fellow travelers to join them for the 1st Annual Rev. Dr. Alfred Bloom Memorial Lecture. It will be held at their temple in Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii on Saturday, November 16, 2019 at 9 am, followed...
