VOLUME 54 - NO. 5 Telephones: Office: . . . . . . . . . 949-1659 Preschool: . . . . . . 946-4416 Project Dana: . . . . 945-3736 Website: http://www.moiliilihongwanji.org AUGUST - SEPTEMBER 2010 “WHAT’S IN A NAME?” by Shaku Horaku (Rev. Eric Matsumoto) Bodhisattva Dharmakara vow to become “The Buddha of Immeasurable Life and Infinite Light (Amida Buddha)”? It expresses the Great Wisdom and Compassion of the Buddha. Dharmakara became the Buddha of Immeasurable Life and Infinite Light for your sake and my sake, that is, for the sake of all sentient beings. Amida Buddha realized that unless he became a Buddha that possessed immeasurable life, a Buddha that would be present throughout all time--past, present and future--he would not be able to save all living beings and unless he became infinite light he would not be able to reach every corner of the universe and embrace all life. The Bodhisattva Dharmakara’s aspiration or vow to become Amida Buddha embraced this kind of wish or aspiration--the Peace and Happiness/Enlightenment of all existence. Furthermore, Shantao of China said the name “Amida” means “to embrace and not forsake.” There is no life too small or too large for Amida Buddha. Hence, Immeasurable Life and Infinite Light express the Great Wisdom and Compassion of Amida Buddha for all existence. Gomonshu shares “In the past, Buddhism was thought to teach that if a person piled up effort, it was possible for the person to become a buddha. Shinran Shonin also followed such thinking, and did practices (Continued on page 2) ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED MOILIILI HONGWANJI MISSION 902 UNIVERSITY AVENUE HONOLULU HI 96826 In his book, The Buddha’s Wish for the World, the Gomonshu Koshin Ohtani titles the second chapter “What is the meaning invested in your name?” He shares about himself “My first name is Koshin. The first part, Ko, was added to my name when I was ordained as a priest at age 15. My name from childhood is Makoto, which is also pronounced Shin. My father chose the name Makoto, meaning “true,” because he wanted me to be a person who would lead a life free of pretence and dishonesty; one who aspires for the truth. I came to be called Makoto because from the very first moment of my life my parents had this wish for me.” “We grow up being called by a name that is invested with some kind of wish for our lives.” Each of us has a name and there is a reason why the name we have was given to us. Have you ever thought about it? Where did your name come from? What does it mean? Why was I given this name? A name is very special because it has a meaning and significance. Let us reflect on the Buddha’s name “Amida.” The name “Amida” comes from an Indian word “Amita” which means “Immeasurable or Infinite.” In that part of the world, Amida Buddha is known as Amitayus and Amitabha and thus can be translated into English as “The Buddha of Immeasurable Life and Infinite Light.” A question, “Why did US POSTAGE PAID HONOLULU HI PERMIT NO 430 Nonprofit Organization deepest concern. When we realize that, we say, “Thank you,” with a heart full of gratitude. That is Nembutsu.” Namo Amida Butsu/Entrusting in the Buddha of Immeasurable Life and Infinite Light. (Continued from page 1) to that end on Mount Hiei for a period of 20 years. By the time the 9-year-old boy who ascended Mount Hiei became the 29-year-old Shinran Shonin, he met Honen Shonin. Honen Shonin’s teaching overturned the conventional Buddhist thinking he had held up to then. It was not that a person piled up efforts to become a buddha, it was rather a wish coming from the Buddha toward man, which asked, ‘How can I make a buddha out of you?’ –Shinran Shonin believed this was true Buddhism.” “This, then, is the Vow, or wish of the Buddha.”’…Amida Buddha is saying, “When I become a buddha, people everywhere will, with believing hearts, wish to be born in my (Pure) Land (of Enlightenment), though saying the Nembutsu (Namo Amida Butsu) as few as ten times, and if they are not born (in the Pure Land), may I never proceed onward to enlightenment.’” “This is the Buddha’s deepest wish.” Amida Buddha’s wish is for all of us, right now in the present moment, to become aware of Great Compassion. Hence, in Jodo Shinshu Teachings, it is often said that the real Name of Amida Buddha is “Namo Amida Butsu.” On one hand, Namo Amida Butsu is the Buddha’s Name that Calls (Myogo), asking us to awaken to Great Wisdom and Compassion. We speak of Amida Buddha, not only as a Buddha waiting for us in the Pure Land at some future point, but the Buddha as the dynamic “Namo Amida Butsu” or the Call of Great Compassion. Amida Buddha is calling out to each one of us “Please entrust yourself (Namo) to me (Amida Butsu).” According to Shinran Shonin, Namo Amida Butsu is not my request to the Buddha to save me, rather it is the Buddha who says “Please entrust/Namo yourself to me, Amida Buddha/Amida Butsu.” When we truly hear this Call of Great Compassion, the Name-that-Calls (Myogo), then we respond by repeating that same “Namo Amida Butsu” (Nembutsu) which is our grateful response to Amida Buddha. Gomonshu further shares “When you become a person who senses the presence of Amida Buddha in your life, you will say the Nembutsu naturally and spontaneously.”“We are always Amida Buddha’s SUNDAY SERVICE RESUMES ON AUG. 15 Regular Sunday services will resume on Sunday, August 15, at 9:00 AM following our summer break. Please join us, and please invite your family members and friends to come to the temple. MOVIE SUNDAYS You are cordially invited to enjoy the following movies which will be shown at the temple at 10:30 AM following the Sunday service: August 15— Ponyo; August 22—Zen MONTHLY TALK STORY A monthly talk story session with Rev. Eric Matsumoto will be held on Sunday, August 29, following the Sunday service. Please take this opportunity to share your thoughts and questions and learn more about our Jodo Shin teachings. WAHIAWA BUS TRIP ON SEPT. 19 There will be no service at Moiliili Hongwanji on Sunday, September 19. Instead we’ll go to Wahiawa Hongwanji for its 10:00 AM Autumn Ohigan service where our resident minister, Rev. Matsumoto, will be the guest speaker. Following the service, we have been invited to have lunch with Wahiawa Hongwanji members. A flier with more information will be mailed out. Let’s all enjoy this Sunday activity coordinated by the temple’s Membership Committee. j|à{ fçÅÑtà{ç DEEPEST SYMPATHY Moiliili Hongwanji Mission extends its deepest sympathy and condolences to the families of the following who have recently passed away: Mrs. Doris Yoshie Sur, 76, on June 3 Mr. Masanobu Nishioka, 85, on June 10 Mrs. Misae Nakamura, 88, on July 18 May the Onembutsu provide solace to family members and friends during this time of sorrow. 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. THE WHITE WAY 2 AUGUST - SEPTEMBER 2010 PRESIDENT’S CORNER OBon is a time for reflection and for expressing gratitude. I am reminded of how fortunate I am to be part of such a vibrant and supportive Sangha at Moiliili Hongwanji. We truly have a special community of fellow travelers on the Nembutsu path. Our annual Bon dance was another huge success because of the hard work, dedication and generosity of our members. Putting on this successful event is a living example of selfless giving and the truth of interdependence. Freely sharing our combined talents and skills contributed to the success of our Bon dance. A heartfelt mahalo to Ernie Morikubo and the Bon dance planning committee and all the volunteers for your kokua. I would also like to thank Anne Kawabata for her dedicated and faithful service to our temple. Anne has announced her retirement at the end of August. We are deeply grateful to Anne for all her years of service to our temple and wish her all the best in retirement. The Personnel Committee is currently in the process of reviewing the position of Office Manager and will announce the hiring process shortly. If you are interested or know of someone who may be interested in applying, please keep an eye out for the position announcement. In Gassho, Blayne Higa AUTUMN EQUINOX AND SEVEN MASTERS REMEMBRANCE SERVICE Please join us for our Autumn Ohigan Services which will be held as follows: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2010 9:00 AM: English Family Service Speaker: Rev. Itaru Nozaki of Lihue Hongwanji Mission 10:30 AM: Japanese Service Speaker: Rev. Itaru Nozaki Higan (translated “Other Shore”) Services are held twice a year during the spring and autumn equinox when the weather is neither too hot nor too cold and everything is in balance. It is a time of rededication to listening to the Dharma. At our Autumn Higan Service at Moiliili Hongwanji, we also honor the Seven Masters of the Pure Land Teachings. ANNUAL TEMPLE FUNDRAISER ON OCT. 3 Moiliili Hongwanji’s annual fundraiser will be held on Sunday, October 3. (Please note that this is the first Sunday rather than our usual second Sunday of October.) Please mark your calendars and watch for tickets which will be mailed out near the end of August. Thank you so much for your kokua! WELCOME TO NEW MEMBER A warm welcome is extended to the Mrs. Ethel Aiko Oda who has recently joined our Sustaining (Gojikai) Membership. We hope you will join us often at the temple, and we express our deep appreciation for your membership pledge. SUSTAINING (GOJIKAI) MEMBERSHIP Mahalo to our dues-paying Sustaining (Gojikai) Members for the support you provide to the temple through your membership pledge and your constant assistance. This is a gentle reminder that if you have not yet sent in your dues for 2010, won’t you please send it in at your earliest convenience? Suggested minimum dues are $75 for an individual and $150 for a family of husband and wife. Those who are 75 years of age or older may make a pledge in an amount of their choosing that is comfortable for them. If you have any questions, or if you would like more information about our Sustaining Membership, please contact the temple office at 949-1659. Thank you for your continued support! ANNE KAWABATA RETIRING Our Office Manager, Anne Kawabata, will be retiring at the end of August. Anne has been working at Moiliili Hongwanji for over 23 years, and has served as office manager for the past year and a half. We will all miss Anne tremendously and thank her for her many years of care, dedication, and hard work for the benefit of our temple. We wish her a most well-deserved relaxing retirement. THE WHITE WAY 3 AUGUST - SEPTEMBER 2010 meets 5 times a year and its members are: Dr. Mary Bitterman - Honorary member, Bishop Thomas Okano - Ex-Officio, Alton Miyamoto Ex-Officio, Blayne Higa - Ex-Officio, Shimeji Kanazawa - Chair Emerita, Cynthia Ogasawara Chair, Mernie Miyasato-Crawford - Vice Chair, Cynthia Hughes - Secretary, Roy Awakuni Treasurer, Margaret Brown, Walter Ebisu, Rev. Yoshiaki Fujitani, Bryson Ho, Masuo Kino, Makoto Kunimune, Rev. Shigenori Makino, Theolinda Matsumoto, Dr. Jon Matsuoka, Joy Miyasaki, Rusty Nakagawa, Rev. David Nakamoto, Ken Okimoto, Rebecca Ryan, Martha Samson, Lei Shimizu, Clifford Takishita, Richard Tokuoka, Carol Yamamoto, Chihoko Yosemori and Rose Nakamura-Ex-Officio. A special thank you to Mrs. Shimeji Kanazawa, who capably served as Advisory Council Chair for the past 15 years. Under her excellent guidance and sage advice, Project Dana has benefited greatly and we are most grateful to her. She now serves as Chair Emerita for the Advisory Council. PAPER GOODS FROM UNITED JR. YBA We would like to thank the United Jr. YBA for its year round community service project of collecting paper goods and donating to Project Dana. These very practical items such as toilet paper, paper towels, facial tissue are always greatly appreciated by the home bound elders who receive them. Some of the surviving wives of late ministers were given these paper goods and they were most grateful to the United Jr. YBA. We look forward to distributing more donated paper goods to the elders. Mahalo to Jock and Krystal Narusaki for spearheading this project and United Jr. YBA members and friends. THE NOSE KNOWS This article is courtesy of the Alzheimer’s Association, North Bay Chapter. “Our sense of smell is carried from the nose via the olfactory nerve to the mid-brain, where it is identified. The sense of smell is diminished in Alzheimer’s and this loss worsens as the disease progresses. The mid-brain shows damage early in Alzheimer’s and this may account for the loss of sense of smell. At first, those with Alzheimer’s cannot discriminate among different aromas. Eventually they lose the sense of smell entirely. This loss may contribute to a lessening of the desire to eat in some with Alzheimer’s. Making meals colorful, balanced and attractive on the plate may make them more appealing and appetizing.” WAITING TO BE USED BY YOU! A supply of used but in good condition wheelchairs, shower benches, microwave ovens, toilet risers, walkers and commodes are waiting to be given away. Please call Project Dana for these items - 945-3736. A “RECIPE” This “recipe” was written by an unknown “chef” in Union, Missouri Take 2 heaping cups of patience 1 heart full of love 2 handful of generosity A dash of laughter 1 headful of understanding Sprinkle generously with kindness Add plenty of faith and mix well PROJECT DANA ADVISORY COUNCIL Moiliili Hongwanji expresses gratitude and appreciation to the faithful and dedicated members of the Project Dana Advisory Council. The Council, chaired by Cynthia Ogasawara, is composed of Moiliili Hongwanji Members and distinguished knowledgeable members of the community who serve on a volunteer basis in the overall direction, goals and objectives, fundraising, etc. for the Project. The Council THE WHITE WAY To which must be added … spread over the days, months, years of a loved one’s lifetime and save enough for yourself! From a booklet on Alzheimer’s, Arthur Goodfriend, Ed.D) 4 AUGUST - SEPTEMBER 2010 HOW ARE WE DOING FOR DOUBLE COMMEMORATION FUNDRAISING? According to the June 30, 2010 report from Hawaii Kyodan Headquarters, about 1/3 of Moiliili Hongwanji members have contributed or pledged a total of $81,035 (of which $75,210 has been received) for the Double Commemoration Fund Drive. With the wish that every member contribute $1,000 over the 4 year period 2008-2011, Moiliili’s target is $281,000. If you have not made a contribution or still have an outstanding pledge, won’t you consider sending in your payment? Pledges should be completed by the end of 2011. If you have already completed your pledge, would you consider making another donation? Checks should be made payable to Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii and mailed to 1727 Pali Highway, Honolulu, HI 96813. Please include a note that this is for the Double Commemoration, your temple name (Moiliili) and whether this is an outstanding pledge or a new contribution. HEADQUARTERS NEWS Condolence: Mrs. Kinu Miura, wife of the Late Rev. Takeo Esho Miura, passed away on July 1 at the age of 99. Personnel: The job title for Headquarters Secretary Dianne Sumida was changed to Headquarters Administrative Assistant effective May 8. Rev. Shingo Furusawa, Resident Minister of Pearl City Hongwanji, will be taking a leave of absence and studying English on the mainland as a Hawaii Kyodan Scholarship Student effective August 15. Double Commemoration Project Campaign: In 2008, the 96th Legislative Assembly approved a Shinran Shonin’s 750th Memorial Commemoration and Hawaii Kyodan’s 120th Anniversary Celebration Project Campaign ($6 million) to be carried out over a four-year period (2008-2011) by Hawaii Kyodan ministers and members for the following purposes: 1) Purchase and renovate the property adjacent to the Hawaii Betsuin referred to as the “Ching Property” by Hawaii Kyodan ( $3 million); 2) Contribute to Hawaii Kyodan’s 750th memorial commemoration and 120th anniversary celebration operating costs ($600,000); 3) Subsidize Hawaii Kyodan’s 750th memorial commemoration donation to Honzan ($400,000); 4) Contribute to the Hawaii Kyodan’s Ministers’ Welfare Fund ($250,000); 5) Contribute to Pacific Buddhist Academy’s capital campaign for the construction of facilities toward the development of a school with 240 students ( $1,750,000). All Hongwanji members were encouraged to contribute at least $1,000 or $250 per year for 4 years to actualize the project goal. After the completion of the campaign (end of 2011), all donors’ names will be listed by the donation amount and printed in the evaluation booklet. MOILIILI CEMETERY PROJECT Laura Ruby, editor of the book Moiliili-The Life of a Community, is working on a project to identify those in the Moiliili cemetery as part of a course she teaches, “Honors 291—The City as Text—Reading Moiliili.” Pictures of gravestones, names and other information are on the website www.moiliili.net. Ms. Ruby would like to add information about members of Moiliili Hongwanji. If you have information on family members in Moiliili Cemetery that you would like to share with Ms. Ruby, please contact her at 947-3641, email [email protected]. TEMPLE MAINTENANCE HELP We would like to form a regular temple maintenance gang and need your help to maintain our temple grounds and surrounding areas, assist with light repairs, touch-up painting, numerous minor plumbing repairs, etc. Join fellow temple members for some mind and body movement and fellowship. Talent is not a requirement. Maintenance will be scheduled so it does not conflict with temple activities. Look for an upcoming temple maintenance flier. Please contact the temple office at 949-1659 and leave your name and number if you can help. Mahalo! STATE LAY CONVENTION This year’s State Lay Convention, hosted by the United Lay Association of Honolulu, will be held on September 11-12 at the Hawaii Betsuin. The theme is “Evolution”—Hongwanji Evolving to Effectively Share the Living Dharma. The keynote speaker will be Dr. George Tanabe, and a leadership workshop will be conducted by Glenn Hamamura. THE WHITE WAY 5 AUGUST - SEPTEMBER 2010 WHITE WAY RADIO BROADCAST Please tune in to Radio KZOO (1210AM dial) for Moiliili Hongwanji's White Way Radio Broadcast each Saturday from 7:45 – 8:00 AM. The schedule is listed below (the speaker’s name is listed first, followed by the sponsor): BON DANCE 2010 Moiliili Hongwanji's 2010 Bon Dance, held on July 2nd and 3rd, was again a very successful celebration of the spiritual liberation of which much is spoken in the Jodo Shinshu tradition. The crowds on both nights were big and the atmosphere festive. It has, in addition to being a religious observation, become a community event as evidenced by the participation of the many dancers from all over the island. On hand also were many political candidates, reminding us that this is an election year and we will have to make important choices at the polls this fall. A big mahalo to all those who helped make this event a success. Countless people put in many hours to take care of the various details such an event entails. Words of appreciation cannot suffice but it is my hope that the efforts were an expression of "joyous" work generated by a dedication and awakening to, and the realization of truth. Truly it is a time to reassess our individual awareness and appreciation of truth and how it may manifest in our lives. At the same time, it is a chance to affirm our respective diligence to seek truth from deep within our own life experiences, be they good or bad. There is a need to go beyond the superficial expressions of spirituality and delving into the business of truly living, rooted in the profound sustenance that life itself brings moment by moment. The spectrum of feelings, thoughts, and emotions we encounter each day is the working of life itself, boosting and humbling us at different times. By being in tune with this each moment, we can become genuinely human and come to "know" how life moves naturally and not according to what we may want. Whether we are dancing or working, Obon gives us the opportunity to reflect on many things and deepen the experience of this singularly precious life. Mahalo to all of you. Ernie Morikubo, Bon Dance Chair Aug. 14: Aug. 21: Aug. 28: Sept. 4: Sept. 11: Sept. 18: Rev. Eric Matsumoto (Bessie Yoshimura) Rev. Shigeaki Fujitani (Michie Hamao) Mr. Alan Goto (Makoto & Nobuko Kunimune) Dr. Alfred Bloom (Michiko Morikubo) Rev. Arthur Kaufmann (Alan & Gene Yokota) Mrs. Juliet Lee (June Matsumoto, Jean Sato, and Karen Murakami) Sept 25: Rev. Koho Takata (Reese Morikubo) Oct. 2: Rev. Richard Tennes (Shimeji Kanazawa) You’re also invited to tune in to KZOO for the Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin’s radio program on Saturday at 7:30 AM (Japanese) and Sunday at 10:00 AM (English). Mahalo to our speakers, our sponsors and our volunteer staff. HEALTH & WELLNESS As I read and browse through various Health & Wellness newsletters and magazines, I'm always fascinated to learn from experts that laughter prolongs healthy life and worry shortens life. I'd like to share a "funny message" entitled "Why Worry?" It goes: "There are only two things to worry about: Either you are well or you are sick. If you are well, then there is nothing to worry about. But if you are sick, there are only two things to worry about: Whether you will get well or whether you will die. If you get well, there is nothing to worry about. But, if you die, there are only two things to worry about (if you're non-Buddhist): Whether you go to heaven or hell. If you go to heaven, there is nothing to worry about. And, if you go to hell, you'll be so busy shaking hands with old friends, you won't have time to worry." Aren't we lucky to be embraced by Amida Buddha all hours of the day. Nothing to worry about! Namo Amida Butsu! Contributed by Helen Hamasu DHARMA VIDEOS ON OLELO On Saturday evenings at 7:00 PM, please tune in to Channel 49, Olelo public service television station, for a Dharma video. During the months of September and October, because of election coverage, the schedule is changed as follows: Ch 52, 8:00 PM: 9/4, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30; Ch 53, 6:00 PM: 9/11 MAHALO FOR BON DANCE DONATIONS Thank you very much for your generous Bon Dance donations. A special mahalo is extended to those who made very generous donations of food and supplies for the concession and the kitchen. THE WHITE WAY 6 AUGUST - SEPTEMBER 2010 Buddhist Women’s Association more information and be sure to sign up. P.S.: Please visit the Hawaii Federation website hawaiibwa.org for lots of interesting information including the World Convention and 14th State Conference (with photos of the fashion show). Contributed by Jeanne Watari NEWS Welcome to New Members: A warm welcome goes out to new members Joy Fujita and Ethel Aiko Oda. Thank you: Many thanks go to our omigaki crew with Nancy Hironaka as leader and Kathleen Komo as mentor, for helping with the cleaning of the altar ornaments on June 23 in preparation for Obon. Bon Dance was a busy yet enjoyable time with members rallying under the leadership of Lois Ohta and “Iron Chefs” Helen Hamasu, Nancy Hironaka, Karen Kikukawa, Karen Murakami, and Betsy Nishioka to prepare delicious meals for workers and dancers. Sue Sonoda and Lily Muraoka provided expert assistance and guidance. Thank you to everyone who donated their time and ingredients for the food preparation! Mahalo also to Karen Murakami and Rose Nakamura for serving as gracious MC’s for Bon Mairi on July 9 and 10 and to members who helped with the choba and refreshment. Thank you so much, members, for the many, many things that you do to help the MHBWA and the temple!!! August Fellowship: Fellowship and relaxation were the key words for our August 8 get together. Tsuru making for the United of Honolulu’s peace project, Bon dancercize with Alice Shiroma, games, “Passing on the Legacy of the Kimono” fashion show DVD, and a delicious bento lunch were the makings for a fun day with Lois Ohta and Cynthia Ogasawara in charge. BWA Exchange Students: Two exchange students from Japan will be in Hawaii from August 9-17 hosted by the Hawaii Federation. Activities include a fellowship dinner hosted by the Honolulu United at Moiliili on August 16. Deepest Condolences are extended to the family of Misae Nakamura who recently passed away. Dates to Remember: Next Meeting: Please mark your calendars for our next meeting on Sunday, September 5 at 10:30 am Field Trip: Please reserve Saturday, September 25, for a Honolulu United fellowship—a bus trip to Kailua Hongwanji (before its demolition in preparation for the construction of a new temple) and Kahuku Hongwanji (which will be closing permanently). We’ll meet at our temple at 8:00 AM to carpool to the Hawaii Betsuin. Please watch for THE WHITE WAY HAPPY STRUMMERS NEWS It is so nice to have the young ones join the Happy Strummers. It happened on Father’s Day when the children held up the F.A.T.H.E.R. signs as the Strummers played the song to honor Fathers. No sooner had we strummed for Father’s Day in June, July was upon us. Susan Morishige, Irene Iida and Michi Motooka usually play at Maunalani every month, but for July, since it is Bon season, the ukuleles were put aside and three BWA members, Rose Nakamura, Jeanne Watari, and Michi Motooka, and Rev. Eric Matsumoto danced two Bon dance numbers. A lovely lady at Maunalani said with tears that Tanko Bushi brought memories. Ukuleles or not, the monthly visit is always an experience worthwhile. August 16 is another experience the Strummers will take part in with the two BWA Exchange students from Japan. Contributed by Michiko Motooka NEW BIRTHDAY CARD DESIGN May I write a few words about the new birthday cards that are being sent to Gojikai members who are 77 years of age or older this year. Every July, we have a new design, and this year’s design was created by Yuka Ishida after I mentioned the words of Anne Frank, the Jewish girl who wrote a diary while she and her family were confined in a hidden apartment during the Second World War While reading the book for the second time, I was amazed to find the words peace and tranquility at the end of her diary. She wrote: “if I look upon the heaven, I think that it will all come right, that this cruelty too will end, and that peace and tranquility will return again.” As you all know, An Non means peace and tranquility. Contributed by Michiko Motooka [Thank you so much to Mrs. Motooka for thinking of the design for the cards each year and addressing and mailing the cards to our members! Mahalo!] 7 AUGUST - SEPTEMBER 2010 August 2010 2010 Slogan: “Path of Entrusting: Seek Truth” Sun 1 Mon 2 Tue 3 No service Choralfest in Hilo 1:00 PM - Dharma School Teachers State Conference Meeting @ Betsuin 8 Wed 4 7:30 PM - Choir Practice 10 7 8:30 AM - Tai Chi 11 12 13 14 8:30 AM - Tai Chi 10:15 AM - Maunalani 9 :00 AM - P.D. Advisory Council 2:30 PM - Living Treasures Meeting 7:00 PM - Temple Board Meeting 7:30 PM - Choir Practice 8 16 17 18 23 24 6:00 PM - Karate 7:30 PM - Choir Practice 6:00 PM - Karate 7:30 PM - Choir Practice 19 Day 20 Statehood (Holiday) 21 27 28 8:30 AM - Tai Chi 6:00 PM - Karate 25 9:00 AM - Preschool Keiki Service 9:00 AM - English Service 10:30 AM - Movie: “Zen” 30 6:00 PM - Karate 9:00 AM - Minister’s Mtg. No Karate 6:15 PM - Honolulu United 7:00 PM - Honolulu BWA Exchange Hongwanji Council @ Student Dinner Betsuin 7:30 PM - Choir Practice 9:00 AM - Dharma School registration & D. S. Teachers Meeting at Mission School 9:00 AM - English Service 10:30 AM - Talk Story 6 10:15 AM - Oahu Care 6:00 PM - Karate 29 Sat 6:00 PM - Karate No service 22 5 Fri 6:00 PM - Karate 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM BWA Activity @ Annex Followed by Executive Board meeting 9:00 AM - English Service 10:30 AM - Movie: “Ponyo” Thu BSC Summer Session July 26 - August 6. 9 15 Temple……..….949-1659 Pre-School….....946-4416 Project Dana…..945-3736 26 10:00 AM - Hawaii Kai Retirement 6:00 PM - Karate 31 9:00 AM - Sanmu Meeting 1:00 PM - Sanmu-Kanji Meeting 4:00 PM - Ryukoku Univ. Alumni Assoc. Mtg. 6:00 PM - Fellowship Dinner 8:30 AM - Tai Chi 8:30 AM - Hawaii Kyodan Board of Directors Meeting 2010 Slogan: “Path of Entrusting: Seek Truth” Sun September 2010 Mon Tue Wed 1 Temple……..….949-1659 Pre-School….....946-4416 Project Dana…..945-3736 Thu 2 Fri Sat 3 4 8:30 AM - Tai Chi 11 8:30 AM - Tai Chi 9:15 AM - Preschool Keiki Service 7:00 PM - Temple Board Meeting 5 6 (Holiday) 7 8 9:15 AM - Preschool Keiki Service 9:00 AM - English Service 10:30 AM - BWA Meeting 9 14 9:00 AM - English Service Speaker: 15 9:15 AM - Preschool Keiki Service State Lay Convention 20 \ 21 22 6:00 PM - Karate 16 6 - 7:00 PM - Preschool OPEN HOUSE 17 18 24 25 8:30 AM - Tai Chi 9:00 AM - Ministers’ Mtg. 23 27 28 29 30 9:15 AM - Preschool Keiki Service 6:00 PM - Karate No Choir 8:30 AM - Tai Chi 7:30 AM - Honolulu United Meeting 8:30 AM - HUHHBWA (United) Meeting & Island Trip (Kailua & Kahuku Hongwanji) 6:00 PM - P.S. Meeting 6:00 PM - Karate 7:30 PM - Choir Practice 9:00 AM - English Service Speaker: Rev. Itaru Nozaki 10:30 AM - Japanese Svc. Speaker: Rev. Itaru Nozaki 10:15 AM - Maunalani State Lay Convention 9:15 AM - Preschool Keiki Service Peace Day Autumn Higan Services \ 6:00 PM - Karate Temple Excursion No Service at Moiliili 26 10 6:00 PM - Karate 7:30 PM - Choir Practice 19 10:00 AM - Franciscan 6:00 PM - Karate No Choir 13 9 10:30 AM - BSC Program Meeting 6:00 PM - Karate 12 6:00 PM - Karate 6:00 PM - Karate the hardworking and dedicated young man Ryne is becoming and that he uses his knowledge of the teachings in his daily life. We are proud to have Ryne as a member of our unit! Contributed by Krystal Narusaki DHARMA SCHOOL NEWS Congratulations Class of 2010! High school graduate Kayo, daughter of Noriyo M. & Jerry B., graduated from St. Andrew’s Priory and will attend the University of Hawaii in the fall. Likewise, cousin Jenna, daughter of Ernest & Mitsue M., will also attend the U of H after graduating from St. Andrew’s Priory. Kupono, son of Dr. Jon & Lehua M., will also attend the U of H after graduating from Kamehameha School. One final graduate, Satsu, daughter of Patricia & Jonathan H. graduated from Iolani and will attend Indiana University. They all received graduation gifts from the MHM Dharma School PTA. In addition, Kayo and Satsu received the Post High School Incentive Award from the PTA. We are all proud of you. Dharma School students and teachers were also recognized and thanked by the MHM PTA and Kyodan. Each child received a Barnes and Nobel gift card and extra treats, and MHM Kyodan's 2nd Vice President Nancy Shimamoto made the presentation to the teachers. A special song presentation was made by Chika and her good friends from Hokulani School - Nina, Melissa, and Kenny. They signed to the song, Unsung Heroes dedicated to their teachers and parents. Another song led by Caden, Friends Forever was sung also. It was a lovely program to end the school year. Looking Ahead Movie showings Ponyo on August 15th and Zen on August 22nd both at 10:30am; Higan Peace Bus Outing on September 19th to Wahiawa Hongwanji (no services at MHM) - please signup. State Dharma School Teacher’s Conference on October 16-17 (no DS at MHM - teachers need to go to school too!) Contributed by Donna Higashi This space is intentionally left blank. . . JR. YBA NEWS The Moiliili Hongwanji Jr. YBA would like to say mahalo to everyone who came out to the bon dance and supported our booth! We ran the shave ice booth and also sold kettle corn and anko/peanut butter mochi. We worked hard but had a fun time! Would like to thank everyone who helped—from setting up our booth to making the mochi-- we couldn’t have done it without you! We would like to congratulate Ryne M. who won Mr. Jr. YBA at this past Jr. YBA State Convention hosted by the United of Oahu. This award represents THE WHITE WAY A seminar for the Preschool staff was conducted by Disaster Preparedness and Recovery Officer, Mr. Kenneth Gilbert, on August 2. Structured for early childhood preschools, the seminar covered how to prepare for natural disasters that may happen. 10 AUGUST - SEPTEMBER 2010 Four Years of Growth, A Day to Remember PBA’s fourth class graduates Handkerchief in hand, senior Marcie Moribe’s tears started flowing from the moment she took her seat on the stage. And she wasn’t the only one. At some point during the commencement exercises, nearly every member of the 16-student graduating Class of 2010 cried. As did their parents, grandparents, and teachers. PBA College Counselor Dan Feldhaus. “Pieper turning the lectern toward the seniors and giving a brief vignette on each student is unique and special. It will be something that each senior and their family will never forget." Where Are They Off To? All 16 graduates of PBA’s Class of 2010 will attend four-year colleges. College selections include: Hawaii Pacific University, Oregon Institute of Technology, Oregon State University, Seattle University, UH Mānoa, University of Washington, Willamette University The one thing I will always remember from you is “Gratitude is the path to happiness.” Thank you for everything! -note from Marcie Moribe ‘10, to Pieper Toyama It wasn’t surprising to those who know these students. Assistant Head of School Mr. Joshua Morse introduced the PBA graduating Class of 2010 as, “…a special group of young adults” who in addition to completing their four years at PBA with an average GPA of 3.65 across the class also “used the most boxes of Kleenex used per capita during Senior Week at our small campus.” Anyone who has attended a PBA graduation in the past knows to bring a box of tissues. In many ways the ceremony is a very traditional one. The faculty process in wearing regalia, scholarship awards are presented, students receive diplomas and turn their tassels. There are also distinctive aspects of the ceremony that are expressions of PBA’s individualized approach to education and Buddhist foundations. One of these is that graduates give each his parents kukui nut lei as a symbol of appreciation, hope and peace. The other is that Head of School Pieper Toyama speaks directly to each student. “I’ve attended many graduations over the years,” said Nolan Higa and Shauna Suganuma, PBA Class of 2010 A Pigeon’s Farewell In her Valedictorian’s Address, Bianca Nagata, PBA Valedictorian, described herself and her classmates as “ugly birds with odd beaks and ruffled feathers” who, thanks to the love and support of their families, teachers, and friends, have flourished and discovered their “inner beauty.” She concluded: This day marks the opening of the menagerie doors and our release into “the wild.” The point of all of this, as we bid farewell to you all, is to assure you of our strong commitment to PBA’s purpose: one of peacemaking and leadership in the community. Whatever contributions we make, grand or small, assistance or resistance, (if we must resist), science, medicine, law, architecture, art, fashion, friendship – we will apply them to the ends of making peace. Our graduation is a testament to the wonderful contributions made by our PBA sangha. Now, watch us soar into the sky and proudly bear the mark of PBA. Paying Attention, Making Connections PBA Sophomores visit Kuakini Day Care Center with their full attention and were so patient, thoughtful, and caring.” Some things, you never forget. In late May, the Pacific Buddhist Academy sophomore Buddhist Living class brought their year to a close with a visit to the Kuakini Day Care Center, located downstairs from the PBA classrooms. The tenth graders planned and carried out several activities: Hanafuda* and Concentration card games, bracelet beading, macaroni gluing, and manicures. Within moments of laying the Hanafuda cards down, it became evident that these 80 and 90‐year old’s card‐playing skills had not diminished with the passing of time. “They are better than we are!” commented sophomore Jarrett Kam. Quinn Nagatani ’12 gives a Kuakini kupuna a manicure. When it was time to leave, the Kuakini participants thanked the students and asked them to come back again. One of the Kuakini elders kidded playfully, “What?! You have to go to class?? Stay!” *Hanafuda, or “flower cards,” is a traditional Japanese card game. The cards have no numbers; Hanafuda instead requires the association of 12 suits of plant images which correspond seasonally with the 12 months of the year. Don’t Miss a Beat! Chris Tokita ’12 playing hanafuda with Kuakini kupuna. Buddhist Living is a spiritual education class PBA students take once a week. The visit to the Kuakini Day Care Center was meant to solidify several Buddhist principles the students had learned over the year including the reality of interdependence, suffering and the possibility of peace through action, appreciating another person’s perspective, and being in the moment. Read more about how the PBA students learned to play Hanafuda in the upcoming SUMMER issue of the PBA newsletter The Wheel! This issue will also include articles about the PBA athletic program and photos from our spring Taiko & Karaoke Festival. If you’d like a copy of the newsletter to be mailed directly to your home, call newsletter editor Kathi Takakuwa at (808) 532‐2649 and leave your name and address or email her at [email protected]. September 2010 The Kuakini ladies were absolutely pleased with their nails which ranged from a subtle pearl sheen to pink with sparkly tips. And who knew that macaroni gluing would be such a hit and that Concentration could be elicit giggles from 85 year olds. “I felt so happy and thankful for the kids,” said Buddhist Living instructor Ms. Kathi Takakuwa. “They all gave the elders they were PBA will participate in Foodland’s Give Aloha program! During September, PBA supporters who are Maika`i customers can make a donation of up to $249 (per person, per organization) to PBA at checkout. Foodland and Western Union Foundation match a portion of each donation. Happy Father’s Day A delicious Father’s Day brunch! THE WHITE WAY Congratulations, Graduates—Jenna, Kayo, and Satsu! Obon speaker, Rev. Shigenori Makino 1 Peace Walk on July 16 was sponsored by HI Betsuin August -September 2010 本当の自分を知ること がっこう ひと ぶっきょうと ひつよう (モイリリ本願寺メンバー) PBA宗教学担当教諭 キャサリン・タカクワ ぶっきょうけい おも おし けん 仏 教 系 の学校に仏教徒のクラブは必要ないと ぶっきょう 思う人がいるかもしれません。なぜならば、 パシフィック・ブディスト・アカデミー こうとうがっこう がく せいしん きょういく うんえい 高等学校(以下PBA)では 仏 教 の教えを建 ぶっきょうと ひつよう 学の精神とし 教 育 、運営がなされているから しゅう いちどつと ぶっさん です。それではなぜ仏教徒のクラブが必要な のでしょうか? さいきん たいこしどうきょうし 最近、 週 に一度勤まる仏参でジェイ・トヨ い か おく おし い わたし まいにち フク(太鼓指導教師)がこのようなメッセー せいと せいかつ ジを生徒たちに送りました。「 私 たちは毎日 ほんとう おし かくにん び ひ び せいかつ けいけん き み まいにち き ば てら の生活のなかで如何にみ教えが生きているか い ということをあらためて確認するためにお寺 てらまい せい に行きます。しかし本当はみ教えを聞く場は も ひ おし お寺参りをするときのみではなく、毎日の生 かつ よういん 活のなかにあります。み教えを聞き、身につ じかく おし ける要因は日々の経験のなかにあります。そ の自覚を持ち、日々の生活のなかでみ教えを いただいてください」 せいと けいたい で ん わ え も じ ふつう つか こうこうせい PBAの生徒たちは、普通の高校生がする おも たが たの し げんざい がくせい じ こ たが けいけん せいと かんしゃ し こころ なに ぶっきょうと ぶっきょうと ひつよう せいと クラブのメンバーは仏教徒である必要はあ たが じぶん し じょうどしんしゅう お知らせ ほんとう おし ~ じぶん き し 仏教婦人会総連盟著「めぐみ」二〇一〇年 夏号より ~ 2010年度秋の彼岸会並びに七高僧を敬う法要のご案内 じしん りません。何よりも仏教徒のクラブは、生徒 おく ように携帯電話で絵文字を使ったメールを 自身がお互いに自分を知り、本当の自分を知 せいと 送ったり、たわいもないおしゃべりを楽しん ることにより 浄 土 真 宗 のみ教えを聞かせてい たが いちどひら ば だりします。そのなかで生徒たちはお互いに ゆうじんかんけい ち え きづ ただく場 なのです。 せいじつ ぶっきょうと しんらい 誠実で信頼できる友人関係を築こうとしま す。 がくせい PBAの仏教徒のクラブは、知恵と思いやり くどう ていきょう を求道したい学生のためにそれらを経験する ば しゅう 場を 提 供 しています。現在のところクラブは ひら 週 に一度開かれ、学生たちはお互いに 心 を 時 ・日にち‐9月 日(日曜日) ・ 時 間 ‐ 午前9時 より英語礼 拝 、午前 半よりが日本語礼拝です。 ぶっきょうと のざきいたる 開きお互いのことを知ること、自己を知るこ ・ご講師‐両礼拝とも、野崎至 開教使です。 かんだい まな すうかげつかん ピースデー・ツアー と、寛大になることなど、ひとときを感謝す はじ ることを学びます。 えんじ ほん よ く き ぶっきょうびじゅつてん ち けんがく い ほいくしょ しせつ ちは、本願寺ミッションスクールの保育所で ほんがんじ ・日にち‐9月 日(日曜日) ワヒアワ本願寺で十時から行われる日曜礼拝 へ参加するツアーです。お寺よりバスが手配 されます。 初めの数ヶ月間、仏教徒のクラブの生徒た 園児の本を読んで聞かせました。またホノル チキンセールとチリセールのお知らせ びじゅつかん き ちょうたつ と にしゅうかんぶん ていきょう じぶん さんじゅっしょく い ばな しせつ ちゅうしょく けいかく か ぜんこうせい す もの つく けい こんがっ 諸行事につきましての詳細は、お彼岸のお便 りでお知らせ致します。ご質問などございま したら、お寺のオフィスのほうまでお問い合 わせください。949‐1659 諸行事への皆様のご参拝、ご参加を心よりお 待ち致しております。 合掌 モイリリ本願寺 ・日にち‐ 月3日(日曜日) チケットを郵送させて頂きますので、ご確認 のほどよろしくお願い致します。 皆様のご 協力どうぞ 宜 しくお願 い致します。 ル美術館へ 仏 教 美 術 展 を見学に行きました。 しょくりょう またカカアコ地区にあるホームレスの施設へ し の 食 料 を 調 達 し、 提 供 するために全校生 と こ 徒の指揮を取りました。そして施設に住んで い いる子どもたちのために自分たちで買い物に ほか 行き、二週間分、 三 十 食 の 昼 食 を作りま こく した。その他、サイクリング計画、マノア渓 けいかく 谷へのハイキング、生け花クラスなども今学 きちゅう 期中に計画しています。 August -September 2010 2 THE WHITE WAY 2010年8月―9月 白道 第474号
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