Sunday, July 29, 10:00 a.m. HATSUBON SERVICE Guest Spkr: Rev. Toshiyuki Umetani. O BON: July 27 and 28, 7:00 p.m. Sunday, July 8, 7:00 a.m.

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1 July 2018 P.O. Box 188, Makawao, Maui, HI Office Phone: (808) E mail: makawaohongwanji@gmail.com Website: makawaohongwanji.org Resident Minister: Rev. Kerry Kiyohara MAKAWAO HONGWANJI MISSION P. O. BOX 188 Makawao, HI Return Service Requested Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage PAID PERMIT NO. 6 Makawao, HI Makawao Hongwanji, Sunday, July 1, 9:00 a.m. DHARMA FAMILY SERVICE Refreshments: Pink Dahlias Sunday, July 8, 7:00 a.m. BAZAAR/GARAGE SALE Sunday, July 15, 9:00 a.m. DHARMA FAMILY SERVICE Refreshments: Peonies Sunday, July 22, 8:00 a.m. GENERAL CLEAN UP Sunday, July 29, 10:00 a.m. HATSUBON SERVICE Guest Spkr: Rev. Toshiyuki Umetani O BON: July 27 and 28, 7:00 p.m. O Bon Fes val is a me to celebrate and unite with families in commemora ng ancestors. Tradi onally, graves of deceased family members and ancestors are visited and honored. It is also a me to celebrate familial bonds.

2 Coming Home to Makawao Aloha! Mimy and I would like to express our profound gratitude to the Makawao Hongwanji ohana for an incredibly warm welcome to our new home. We will never be able to repay our debt of gratitude to so many people who worked so hard to adorn the altar and prepare the minister s residence, the office, and temple grounds. After moving ten times in eight years, from Tokyo to Beijing to Shanghai to Los Angeles to Honolulu, then three different locations in Kyoto, back to Honolulu and now Makawao, we truly feel like we ve come home to the place we can call our home embraced by a new ohana of kind and gentle people! Every morning around 5:00 a.m., Nature s Alarm Clock wakes me up in time to see spectacular sunrises revealing the sublime beauty of upcountry Maui, the grandeur of the ocean, the majesty of Haleakala. Every morning, I am reminded of how lucky Mimy and I are to be allowed to live in the paradise known as Upcountry Maui. Namo Amida Butsu! Saying, Namo Amida Butsu, in gratitude for Amida Buddha s Compassion and Wisdom is central to the Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji tradition. Buddhism teaches that our attachment to Self ( I, me, mine ) is the root cause of unnecessary suffering in our lives. Awakening to Amida Buddha s Compassion and Wisdom working tirelessly in our lives opens our eyes to the world-as-it-is, not the world-as-we-want-it-to-be to which our ego-selves insist we are entitled. What is Compassion and Wisdom? Simply put, Compassion and Wisdom is caring and understanding shown to other people in Hawaii, we know this heart and mind as aloha, unconditional love for all people, all living beings, and all forms of life. People who truly live aloha are always kind and gentle, and truly care about others, because they know Life doesn t always unfold the way we find convenient. People who truly live aloha always smile, often laugh, and give others the rare gift of kind eyes and a gentle countenance. People who truly live aloha quietly go about serving others, contributing resources, time, and energy without thought of recognition or reward. People who truly live aloha are wonderfully rare treasures that grace our lives with their presence, inspire us to aspire to be nicer to people and ourselves. People who truly live aloha think, feel, and say mahalo for the great ohana of life and the blessings of the aina. Continue on next page... 2

3 Continued from previous page... The path of Nembutsu, which simply means mindfulness of and gratitude for Amida Buddha s Compassion and Wisdom working in our lives, is open to all people, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, social position, income, spiritual ability, identity, or any other label that attempts to divide us from our fellow human beings. I look forward to being a minister worthy of this wonderful ohana, in this magical place called Makawao, and with your guidance and support, I aspire to share the Buddha-Dharma anytime, anywhere to anyone, continuing the Makawao Hongwanji tradition of a vibrant and engaged temple that is warm and welcoming to all people. You don t have to be Buddhist to be Buddhist in attitude and way of life. If you are ever asked to give an aspiration, here is one based on Jodo Shinshu Buddhist teachings you may wish to use. If you have any comments, thoughts, or suggestions, please feel free to let me know! Aspiration for All Occasions and All People Let us be grateful for this moment together, united by our aspiration to see the world as-it-is, not as-we-would-like-it-to-be, so that we may alleviate suffering for all beings. Let us be wise so that we can see both sides of conflict with clarity, and not insist that we alone are right. Let us be compassionate so that we can help all people without discrimination or judgement. Let us allow the Aloha in our hearts to manifest as Mahalo for the great Ohana of Life and the blessings of the Aina. Depending upon the situation, it may be appropriate to add the Hongwanji-specific practice of gasshō-raihainembutsu: In the Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji tradition, we express our gratitude for All-Inclusive Compassion and All-Embracing Wisdom in this unrepeatable life by placing our palms together, bowing our heads, and by saying Namo Amida Butsu. Aloha & Mahalo in gasshō, Rev. Kerry IN MEMORY Makawao Hongwanji Buddhist Temple will memorialize the following Hatsubon (First O Bon) families on July 29, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. Given Name Buddhist Name Date of Death Sylvia Asae Yamashiro Shakuni Jo Shin Aug. 11, 2017 Jay Satoru Murashige Shaku Shingo Aug Rhodie Fuyumi Masusako Sakuni Myo Toku Jan. 5, 2018 James Masato Nakamoto Shaku Sho Do March 19, 2018 Daniel Hisao Watanabe Shaku Tetsu Yu April 2,

4 June & July 2018 Memorial Anniversaries (Please call Temple Office to schedule your service ) 1st Year Memorial Service st Year Memorial Service 2017 July None August 11 Sylvia Asae Yamashiro August 12 Jay Satoru Murashige 3rd Year Memorial Service rd Year Memorial Service 2016 July None August 04 Jean Haruno Migita August 13 Wallace Yoshiteru Watanabe August 16 Myles Yukio Matsunaga August 26 Hitoshi Yamashita 7th Year Memorial Service th Year Memorial Service 2012 July 05 Hanako Kawano August 20 Marvene Hanae Moore July 06 Masaru Uradomo July 07 Miyoko Ruth Ishizu 13th Year Memorial Service th Year Memorial Service 2006 July 08 Motohisa Unemori August None July 10 Masami Kagehiro July 20 Tetsuo Iwaishi 17th Year Memorial Service th Year Memorial Service 2002 July 01 Asao Kadosaki August 03 Yoshiharu Wayne Matsuura July 26 Tsuyako Nakanishi August 10 Violet Tsuyuko Kido August 17 Toyoko Kiyomoto 25th Year Memorial Service th Year Memorial Service 1994 July 04 Teruo Kashimura August 06 Mie Matsunaga 33rd Year Memorial Service rd Year Memorial Service 1986 July 17 Komahei Takemoto August 03 Torao Hashimoto August 03 Tamiko Takakura August 20 Baby Girl Hamai August 31 Yoneko Ihara 50th Year Memorial Service th Year Memorial Service 1969 July 04 Tone Hondo August None 4

5 Donations - Makawao Hongwanji Mission can operate only because of the generous donations from many, many people. All donations are humbly received with sincere gratitude and appreciation. IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO HAVE YOUR DONATION PRINTED IN THE NEWSLETTER OR IF YOU WISH TO HAVE YOUR DONATION LISTED AS ANONYMOUS, PLEASE INDICATE SO BY ATTACHING A NOTE TO YOUR CONTRIBUTION. Contributions May 22, 2018 to June 26, 2018 DONATION: In memory of Sally Nakamura - Colin Nakamura In memory of Haruko Goshi - Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Sato Father s Day in memory of Shigeichi Karimoto - Yvonne Kishi For Garage Sale & Bazaar - Anonymous For Garage Sale & Bazaar - Jane Seki Glenn Coryell Annette Ward OFUSE 3rd Year Memorial Service for Tadashi Gohara - Family of Tadashi Gohara 13th Year Memorial Service for Bich Pham - San Fujimoto Inurnment Service for Hideo Tanimoto - Akiko Tanimoto 25th Year Memorial Service for Hajime and Hisayo Tanitomi - Mr. and Mrs. Donald Tanitomi, Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Ogawa Anonymous NOKOTSUDO: Mr. and Mrs. Kelvin Nakamura In memory of Harue and Seichi Yamasaki - Mr. and Mrs. James Yamasaki In memory of Tatsu Makimoto - Mr. and Mrs. Harold Inamasu THANK YOU FOR RECYCLING: $82.75 GOLDEN CHAIN OF LOVE I am a link in Amida Buddha s Golden Chain of Love that stretches around the world. I must keep my link bright and strong. I will try to be kind and gentle to every living thing and protect all who are weaker than myself. I will try to think pure and beau ful thoughts, to say pure and beau ful words, and to do pure and beau ful deeds, knowing that on what I do now depends not only my happiness or unhappiness, but also that of others. May every link in Amida s Golden Chain of Love be bright and strong, and may we all a ain perfect peace. 5

6 Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii HEADQUARTERS UPDATE 1727 Pali Highway, Honolulu, Hawaii Phone: (808) Fax: (808) Web: OFFICE OF THE BISHOP ISSUES STATEMENT AGAINST THE SEPARATION OF FAMILIES Statement Against the Separa on of Families (from the Office of the Bishop of Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii) "Give me your red, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free." In just a few words, the above, which is found on the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty, summarizes for many around the world, past, present and future, what America represents, promises, is and should be. As human beings, as people, we all need hope. As a Na on, are we going back on our promise to the world? I hope not. From a Buddhist perspec ve, both the process and end result are important. The procedure of how ma ers are handled is as important as the outcome. While the current policies of our Na on does not outright deny individuals and families entry into the United States, the procedure must be more compassionate and should not be tearing families apart. The bond between parent(s) and child(ren) is one of the most, if not the most precious rela onship a person can have especially when young. The policy of Zero Tolerance is too extreme. As Americans, I believe, we have pride in that we are a just and fair Na on. We may not be perfect, but in our interac ons around the globe, we have tried to uphold this standard which is becoming of a world leader. Our Jodo Shinshu Buddhist Tradi on has a long history of valuing human life, seeing the importance of rela onships including the natural environment and emphasizing inclusiveness as evidenced by the Great Vows of Amida (Amitabha Amitayus) Buddha and wri ngs of Shinran Shonin and Rennyo Shonin, our foremost Spiritual Leaders. Although the circumstances may have been a li le different, I also draw from the past experiences of a segment of our Buddhist Membership who because of their (Japanese) ethnic and na onal origins had to unfairly experience separa on from family during the last great world war. There was, and for some s ll remain, so much pain and trauma from the separa on. It is a circumstance that should not be repeated for anyone. Is it not one of our basic understandings in America that the family is the backbone of our Na on? We need strong individuals and families being guided by universal values to be a be er Na on and World. A quote from the Me a Sutra reads, May all life be happy. May they be joyous and live in safety. All life, whether weak or strong, in high or middle or low realms of existence, small or great, visible or invisible, near or far, born or to be born. May all life be happy. Let none deceive another nor despise any life in any state; Let none by anger or hatred wish harm to another. Even as a mother at the risk of her life watches over and protects her only child, so with a boundless mind should one cherish all life, suffusing love over the en re world, above, below, and all around without limit; so let us cul vate an infinite goodwill toward the whole world. As such, with this statement, I express my lament and express my ardent wish that we rescind the Zero Tolerance Policy and its ramifica ons which result in separa ng families to become a more just, fair and compassionate Na on. *The Statement by Bishop Eric Matsumoto is posted on the Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii Website. 6

7 JUNE 3, BACCALAUREATE SERVICE By: Marilyn EACH ENDING IS A BEGINNING. EACH BEGINNING IS A SOMEDAY ENDING? BEST WISHES TO GRADUATES!!! On June 3, we honored our three high school graduates and wished them well as they ended their school career at King Kekaulike High School and begin new endeavors. Jessica Thomas, with family Maren, Stephanie and Diane Kosaka, will be going to school in Sea le. Quinton Uradomo, with family Ira and Celes ne Uradomo, will be going to school in Colorado. Kevin Yokoyama, represented by Jaime and Paul & Jean Nishida, will be going to school on Maui. Deidre Tegarden, Execu ve Director of the Nisei Veterans Memorial Center was the guest speaker. She spoke of the values of loyalty and gra tude to be Americans and the GAMAN, quiet endurance, the Nisei veterans faced in mes of prejudice, intolerance, and conflict. Although over 70 years have passed, these and other Japanese values endure, as well as a sense of where we came from, which is Makawao, Maui, and Hawaii. Thank you, Deidre, for coming to MHBT. WELL DONE, DHARMA SCHOOL STUDENTS!!! Dharma School is taking a break for the summer so end of the year recogni on was given to those who a ended our once a month classes. Recognized were students Jamie Yokoyama, Maren Thomas, Tori Higuchi, Lenna Hamai, and student to be Benjamin Higuchi. Although other busy Dharma School students couldn t come to temple this day, we know they ll be back in August for another year of fun and learning the Dharma. Thank you to teachers/assistants: Director Sharon Nagoshi, Karen Ishizu, Diane Kosaka, Gail Hamai, Marilyn Morikawa, and Kiyo Masuda who had to leave in March. August 12 will be the beginning of the next Dharma School year. WELCOME TO REV. KERRY KIYOHARA AND MIMY!!! Please call me Kerry, he says as he begins his first ministerial assignment for Honpa Hongwanji Mission at Makawao Buddist Temple. Being a city boy from Los Angeles and having worked in big Asian ci es like Tokyo, Beijing, and Shanghai, Kerry and Mimy are looking forward to the country life of Makawao. They also said, This is a new beginning and we hope to be here for a long me. New beginning, happy endings, more endings, more new beginnings. Thank you! NOBLE EIGHTFOLD PATH Right Understanding Right Purpose Right Speech Right Conduct Right Livelihood Right Endeavor Right Thought Right Medita on 7

8 TROOP 18 HAS BEEN BUSY! Crater Hike Memorial Day Flag Placement Hana Hike Pain ng of Yagura 8

9 Have Dharma, Will Travel Resident Minister Kerry Kiyohara is available to visit Makawao Hongwanji members, friends of the temple, or people you know in their homes, retirement communities, care facilities, hospitals, nursing homes, or hospice to talk story, just listen, give respite for caregivers, or conduct religious services. If people can t come to the temple, the Dharma will come to them in the most convenient place, at the most convenient time. There is no charge for this service. Donations to the temple or o-rei to the minister are not required but will be gratefully accepted in the spirit they are offered. Please contact the Temple Office to make an appointment. MHBT PRESCHOOL We have 30 students enrolled for a fun summer session. We were excited to meet and greet Rev. Kiyohara and wife Mimy at their first visit to our Preschool. We will look forward to story me with Sensei every Thursday morning. DHARMA SCHOOL KICKOFF PICNIC Our Annual All Maui Dharma School Picnic will be held on August 12 with a trip to the Island of Lanai via Expedi ons Ferry. The picnic will include swimming, ac vi es, and a delicious lunch. Further informa on will be forthcoming and will be distributed to Dharma School students and families. DRIED PICKLED PEACHES One taste of our dried pickled peaches will make you want more and more. Sharon H. and her crew spend hours to produce the best ever! Get them while supplies last or you might have to wait un l 2019! 9

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11 MAKAWAO HONGWANJI BUDDHIST TEMPLE COUNCIL MEETING HIGHLIGHTS June 10, 2018 Unfinished Business: 1. Long Range Ad Hoc: Report submi ed. Discussion on Eitaikyo Fund. Reverend Kerry will research and present proposal for disbursement of funds. 2. Peach Lot Development: Report submi ed. 3. Pickled Peaches: Report submi ed. 4. Security for Temple Grounds/Nokotsudo: Glenn Coryell will report back to Council. 5. Commi ee on Reorganiza on: Report submi ed. 6. Makawao Town Parade: July 7, meet at Makawao Elementary School at 8:30 a.m. Floyd encouraging affiliate organiza ons to par cipate in parade and will obtain consent forms. New Business: 1. General Clean Up: July 22, 8:00 a.m., Carol will be in charge of lunch. BWA will provide coffee and refreshments. 2. O Bon: Celebra on will be July 27 and 28, 7:00 p.m. Hatsubon Service will be July 29 at 10:00 a.m. Tee shirts will be for sale. Coupons given to dancers will be increased to $3. On Saturday, Eliza Garcia will be selling ice cream, popcorn, and acai bowls, por on of proceeds to benefit Dharma School. O Bon dance towels, Council will decide on distribu on. Minister s Report: Rev. Kerry will work on a Vision Statement for MHBT. Would like to focus on outreach in the community, developing website digital/social media. Affiliate Organiza ons: Preschool Summer Session is June 12 July 24. Commi ee Reports: 1. V.P. of Ac vi es: Report submi ed. 2. Repairs and Maintenance: Report submi ed. Glenn Coryell and workers did a great job of removal of tree stumps and replacing fencing fron ng Makawao Avenue. 3. Membership: 120 family paid members to date. In October 2018 reminder le ers will be mailed for payment of dues outstanding. 4. Funeral/Nokotsudo: Rev. Kerry men oned that Bishop Matsumoto would like to encourage grief support offered by temples. Rev. Kerry will present ideas to Council. 5. Proper es: Report submi ed. (Full Council Minutes and reports can be obtained from Temple Office.) WEEKLY CHANTING: Join us at Makawao Hongwanji Buddhist Temple for chanting on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8:30 a.m. inside our Temple. followed by Dharma discussions. Everyone welcome. 11

12 2018 ACTIVITIES REPORT FOR JULY, AUGUST, SEPTEMBER July 1 July 5 July 6, Fri July 7, Sat July 8, Sun July 22, Sun July 27 & 28 Fri & Sat July 29, Sun Aug. 12, Sun Sept. 9, Sun Sept. 16, Sun Sept. 23, Sun Garage Sale Sor ng/cleaning/pricing 8:00 am 5:00 pm Get Ready for Big Day 8:00 am 12:00 noon Garage Sale, Furniture Sale, Plant Sale 7:00 am 2:00 pm Garage Sale, Furniture Sale, Plant Sale 7:00 am 12 noon Bazaar, Country Store 7:00 am 12:00 noon Summer General Clean up 8:00 am Obon Fes val, 7:00 pm Hatsubon Service, 10:00 am Maui District Dharma School Picnic, TBA Grandparents Day Service, 9:00 am Peace Day Service, 9:00 am Autumn Higan Service, 9:00 am July The following will not be held: Sewing Group, Senior Program, Movie Night OBON PREPARATION SCHEDULE 2018 O Bon season is here! This special me of the year brings families and friends together in remembering and honoring those who have passed. Manpower will be needed during the week of July 22 through July 28 to make our O Bon a successful one. July 22 (Sunday) 8:00 a.m. General Cleanup Hang cho chings in temple and Nokotsudo Move and set up yagura (Scouts) Set up dance ring and bamboo poles July 26 (Thursday) 3:30 p.m. Set up benches around dance ring String wires for lights and cho chings Hang cho chings on Temple and Social Hall lanais Set up chairs on Temple lanai Line parking spaces Set up sound system for Temple, Temple lanai, Social Hall, and dance ring July 27 (Friday) 8:00 a.m. Tidy Temple and Nokotsudo Set up choba tables and chairs Decorate ring and yagura Clean restrooms July 28 (Saturday) 8:00 a.m. Tidy Temple Nokotsudo, Social Hall, and grounds including parking areas Clean restrooms July 29 (Sunday) 10:00 a.m. Hatsubon families Service Help will be needed, especially for the concessions and parking during O Bon nights. If you have any ques ons, please contact Sharon Nagoshi ( ) or leave a message at temple ( ). Your par cipa on is greatly appreciated. 12

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14 July August 2018 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 9:00 am Family Service :00 am ~ 2:00 pm Garage Sale 8 7:00 am ~ 12:00 noon Garage Sale & Bazaar :00 am Clean-up Pukalani 15 9:00 am Family Service ~ 12:00 noon Sewing Class rd Friday Parking 21 8:00 am Nokotsudo Cleaning Pukalani 22 8:00 am General Clean-up :00 pm Obon Festival 28 8:00 am Clean-up Pukalani 7:00 pm Obon Festival 29 10:00 am Obon Service Guest Speaker: Rev. Umitani Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat :00 am Nokotsudo Cleaning Makawao 5 9:00 am Family Service 6 7 2:45/3:30 pm Japanese Sch 8 9 2:45 / 3:30 pm Japanese School :00 am Clean-up Makawao 12 Dhama School Picnic Lanai :45/3:30 pm Japanese Sch 15 ~ 12:00 noon Sewing Class 16 2:45/3:30 pm Japanese School 27 3rd Friday Parking 28 8:00 am Nokotsudo Cleaning Makawao 19 9:00 am Family Service :45/3:45 pm Japanese Sch :45/3:30 pm Japanese School :00 am Clean-up Makawao 26 9:00 am Family Service :45/3:30 pm Japanese Sch :45/3:30 pm Japanese School 31